You Hit ECT PWR and Your Toyota Suddenly Wakes Up: What That Mysterious Button Really Does
This little button can change the way a Toyota drives, but plenty of owners have no idea what actually happens when they press it.
It Confuses Many Drivers: What Does the Road Sign With a Thumbs-Up Mean?
This unusual sign appears near highway entrances, tunnels and other locations where roadside stops can create serious safety hazards.
We Know What the Button Behind Your Gas Pedal Does — And It's Even Found in Manual-Transmission Cars
Modern cars are packed with hidden features, and one small button behind the accelerator pedal can serve a surprisingly important purpose.
How to Prepare Your Car for a Long Highway Trip
A long trip starts not with loading the suitcases, but with checking the car.
How to Restore Your Car's Shine With a Simple Hair Conditioner Trick
Car owners are constantly looking for effective ways to maintain their vehicles' appearance.
What Does the Red-and-Yellow Target Symbol on the Back of Some Cars Mean?
That red-and-yellow target on some cars has a military history dating back more than two centuries.
Why Put Tape on Your Car Tire? Experienced Drivers’ Simple Parking Trick
How can you protect your car in a shared parking lot without expensive tracking systems?
What the “D” on a Manual Transmission Means: Why This Rare Symbol Has Nothing to Do With Automatic Drive
The letter D is usually associated with automatic transmissions, where selecting Drive tells the car to move forward.
How to Choose a Used Lexus Without Buying Someone Else’s Problems
A used Lexus can offer comfort, upscale features and distinctive styling without the cost of buying a brand-new luxury car.
5 Iconic Cars That Became Favorites of Gangsters and Outlaws
From Prohibition-era bank robbers to modern crime bosses, these memorable cars earned an unexpected place in criminal history.
Why Put Lemon Peels in Your Car? The Simple Trick Not Everyone Knows
As temperatures rise in May, drivers can see more spiders in their cars, but a simple kitchen staple may help keep them away.
What the “E” on a Manual Transmission Means: It Can Surprise Even Experienced Drivers
The “E” gear was once a common feature in cars with manual transmissions.
Invisible Trap: How Ordinary Fall Leaves Can Create Serious Problems for Drivers
Fall leaves may look harmless, but on wet pavement they can create surprisingly dangerous conditions for drivers.
City Traffic Can Rob Your Engine of Power and Accelerate Wear
A single highway drive can help bring back some of the responsiveness and performance your car has lost.
What Does the “D/S” Mode Actually Mean in a Car? Few Drivers Know the Answer
In most vehicles, these two driving modes are shown separately, making the combined “D/S” marking easy to overlook.