Car Mags to Meet Your Needs
As one of our favorite publications has ceased publication, Sport Compact Car Magazine, having filled a particular niche for many readers such as yours truly over the years, from 1988 to its final issue in March of 2009 to be exact, there is quite frankly no individual publication in print that can satisfy the full range of interests for sport compact enthusiasts, particularly those with an interest in modifications on such cars to optimize speed and performance. Though admittedly the traditional magazine is a dying medium, over the past year we have perused alternatives still in print the world over, with these titles being the best bets for some leisurely reading, if you can get your hands on an issue.Modified Magazine Especially adept at “how-to” articles ranging in everything from advanced tuning options to engine builds. Also a solid read for beginners those looking to learn more about high performance automobiles and engine capability, Modified is perhaps the most all-inclusive such magazine in stands today.Modified Motor Magazine Not to be confused the Florida based outfit above, Modified Motor Magazine is actually an Irish publication. Former readers of Sport Compact Car will undoubtedly appreciate the highly technical approach, Modified Motor writers take in their articles, but perhaps lending more to savvy veterans than start-up hobbyists.Max Power Less exclusive to sport compact cars, rather open-minded to any four-wheeled fast moving vehicle, Max Power is the original bad boy car performance magazine. Though these Brits are frowned upon by many powers that be, lead-footed motorists have been taking notes and breaking limits (both regulatory signage and perceived possibilities) for nearly 2 decades. And don’t forget to check out the famous Max Power girls, making the magazine an equally satisfying buy for those of you who stumbled onto this site by chance and don’t really even like cars The articles are really just icing on the cake. And for people out there just looking to buy a car, not really concerned with racing, engine specs or pavement pealing modifications, a quick thumb through Consumer Reports is always recommended…
Posted on January 15th, 2011 by www.sportcompactperformance.com
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