‘I want my car to look cool, but I want to do it my way’

Customizing cars and turning wrenches is for women and girls too

OTHELLO — Jessica Preciado’s car is pretty much like she wants it. More or less. Of course, it still needs some work. A cool car usually needs some work. “I can’t say this car will ever be 100% done,” she said. “I’ll see where it goes.” The 2003 Mazda Protege has had a lot of work done already - a new wheel setup, engine modifications, a modified suspension, among other things. “I have started a list, but I lost track,” she said...