Wrench & Reason: Cars Explained
Wrench and Reason explains how modern cars actually work — especially EVs — so you can make smarter buying and ownership decisions without hype or confusion.
I’m Artis, a lifelong car enthusiast who believes you don’t need to be a mechanic to understand the technology in today’s vehicles or what’s truly worth paying for.
On this channel, I explain EV range reality, charging at home, drivetrains, driver-assist systems, and other modern car technologies in a clear, practical way — focused on how they affect real-world ownership.
If you’re deciding whether an EV fits your life, comparing modern cars, or just want to understand what you’re driving, you’re in the right place.
New episodes weekly.
Understand more. Drive smarter.
Wrench & Reason: Cars Explained
Thinking about charging an EV at home?
Most people either overbuy equipment or pay for electrical upgrades that don’t actually make their car charge any faster.
I just published a new video walking through:
• Level 1 vs Level 2 charging
• When a 240V upgrade actually makes sense
• Plug-in vs hard-wired setups
• How your car, not the charger, controls charging speed
If you’re considering an EV — or already own one — this will save you money and confusion.
👉 Watch here: https://youtu.be/C4ndpdxshGQ
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Wrench & Reason: Cars Explained
Cold weather EV driving can feel unpredictable.
In the new video, I explain why winter range drops and what actually helps preserve it.
Curious—have you noticed a bigger range hit in city driving or on the highway?
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Wrench & Reason: Cars Explained
Extended-Range EVs are one of the most misunderstood vehicle types right now. New video is live.
Quick poll:
If you were buying today, which would you choose?
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Wrench & Reason: Cars Explained
I just updated the thumbnail on my hybrid explainer video — let’s see if YouTube will give it another test.
If you’ve ever wondered what kind of hybrid you actually have (mild? traditional? plug-in?) or which one makes the most sense for your driving, this breakdown is for you.
In simple language, I explain:
the 3 hybrid types
how each one works on the road
the real pros/cons nobody talks about
and which system fits different lifestyles
Watch here: https://youtu.be/SRN88SRJCs4
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f you’re shopping for a hybrid — or already own one — this will make everything much clearer.
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Wrench & Reason: Cars Explained
New video just dropped: How Automatic Transmissions Actually Work
Most of us drive automatics every day… but very few people can explain what’s happening inside the gearbox.
In this video, I walk through the basics in plain language — torque converters, gear sets, and why modern automatics shift so smoothly.
Watch here:https://youtu.be/5byCbkTk23E
If you’ve ever been curious what’s actually going on under your right foot, this is the perfect starting point.
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Wrench & Reason: Cars Explained
just refreshed the thumbnail and title on one of my earliest videos — and I’d love your feedback on it.
If you’re trying to figure out what kind of car actually fits your life, give it a watch and tell me what you think:
“Stop Buying the Wrong Car — How to Choose the Right One in 2025”
What kind of car are you shopping for?
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Wrench & Reason: Cars Explained
What kinds of car systems or tech do you want explained next? Let me know.
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Wrench & Reason: Cars Explained
Was this generation of the NSX a flop? Misunderstood? I think it was just ahead of its time and they are going to become more respected as other manufacturers produce hybrid supercars today (a decade later).
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