Snow Buildup in Wheel Arches: How to Prevent It
Many drivers who spend a lot of time on the road in winter are familiar with the problem of snow packing into wheel arches, where it hardens and becomes difficult to remove.
Why Car Tires Lose Their Shape—and What That Means for Drivers and Safety
Tires don’t deform overnight, but when they do, the effects can show up in both vehicle behavior and overall road safety.
Well Done: Experts Say Heated Car Seats Could Be Bad for Your Health
As the cold sets in, many drivers dust off the heated seat button: sliding into a warm seat is certainly more pleasant than sitting on a chair frozen overnight.
The Dark Side of Start-Stop: How Much Fuel Do You Really Need to Save to Pay for Engine Repairs
Stop at a light, the engine shuts off. Green light—engine restarts and you drive away. Sounds perfect, right?
Americans Reminded What’s Better: A Traditional Automatic or a Modern CVT
Many car buyers still look down on CVTs and try to avoid vehicles equipped with them
Many Drivers Ignore These Basics: Practical Driving Tips to Help You Master the Road
Essential driving advice, step by step, for safer everyday driving
An Engineer Breaks Down the Biggest Turbocharged Car Mistakes That Can Destroy an Engine
Automakers often don’t fully explain the fine print of owning a turbocharged vehicle
Why You Shouldn’t Start Your Car the Instant You Turn the Ignition On
Many drivers are used to firing up the engine right away
Not All Drivers Know This: What Are Low-Profile Tires Really For?
Let’s talk about low-profile tires—what’s their real purpose?
How a Gas Pump Nozzle Knows When Your Tank Is Full — and Why It Sometimes Clicks Off Too Soon
The mechanism inside is far simpler than most drivers realize.
Even Many Mechanics Don’t Know This: Is It Safe to Mix Motor Oils?
We’re often asked whether it’s safe to mix motor oils of different types and viscosity grades.
10 Facts About Diesel Engines You Probably Didn’t Know
A collection of lesser-known facts about diesel engines that might surprise you.
How Long You Need to Drive in Winter to Recharge Your Car Battery
In winter, drivers often notice a puzzling situation: yesterday the car started without any trouble, but today the starter barely turns over.
“Torque or Horsepower?”: Clearing Up What Really Matters When Buying a Car in the U.S.
When you’re shopping for a new car, one question always comes up: should you focus on horsepower or torque?
Hard to Beat for Reliability: Cars With Engines Capable of Up to 280,000 Miles Without Major Failures
When shopping for a new—or lightly used—car, there’s little point obsessing over suspension tuning or steering feel. These days, most brands are more or less on the same level there.