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Smells Like Burning Rubber in Your Car? Three Hidden Causes American Drivers Often Miss

Smells Like Burning Rubber in Your Car? Three Hidden Causes American Drivers Often Miss

What to do if your car starts smelling like burning rubber

Three Hidden Automatic-Transmission Buttons Even Veteran Drivers Don’t Know About — and Why They Matter

Three Hidden Automatic-Transmission Buttons Even Veteran Drivers Don’t Know About — and Why They Matter

Plenty of drivers who use an automatic transmission every day are convinced they know it inside out.

Not All Americans Know the Purpose of the ECT PWR Button on Their Toyota: The Hidden Secret

Not All Americans Know the Purpose of the ECT PWR Button on Their Toyota: The Hidden Secret

Many modern cars with automatic transmissions, like the Toyota Camry or Lexus RX, come equipped with this unusual button.

Why You Should Use the “O/D Off” Button on Your Automatic Transmission: Hidden Functions Explained

Why You Should Use the “O/D Off” Button on Your Automatic Transmission: Hidden Functions Explained

Drivers should remember that keeping the “O/D Off” light on all the time increases fuel consumption.

Why Some Drivers Press the Gas and Brake at the Same Time — What Americans Should Know

Why Some Drivers Press the Gas and Brake at the Same Time — What Americans Should Know

Online, you’ll find countless videos showing drivers pressing both pedals — gas and brake — while the engine is running. But what’s actually happening here, and why do some people do it?

The Automotive World Hides Many Secrets! The Most Unusual Gear Selectors in Car History

The Automotive World Hides Many Secrets! The Most Unusual Gear Selectors in Car History

Which gear shifters became true legends — fascinating facts you probably didn’t know.

Automatic, EV, or CVT: How to Tow Cars with Different Transmissions the Right Way

Automatic, EV, or CVT: How to Tow Cars with Different Transmissions the Right Way

Three main types of transmissions—traditional torque-converter automatics, dual-clutch or automated manuals, and CVTs—each require a unique approach when towing.

When You Should Never Tow With an Automatic Car or Drive With a Trailer

When You Should Never Tow With an Automatic Car or Drive With a Trailer

One of the most debated questions: is towing even allowed with an automatic?

Parking on a Hill: How to Use the Parking Brake Properly to Protect Your Automatic Transmission

Parking on a Hill: How to Use the Parking Brake Properly to Protect Your Automatic Transmission

The right way to park on a slope with an automatic—one simple step that can save your transmission.

Good to Know: How to Stop a Car with an Automatic Transmission When the Brakes Fail

Good to Know: How to Stop a Car with an Automatic Transmission When the Brakes Fail

Essential tips on what to do if your brakes give out while driving an automatic.

Refusal to warm-up and excessive kick-down: 9 driver mistakes that destroy the automatic gearbox

Refusal to warm-up and excessive kick-down: 9 driver mistakes that destroy the automatic gearbox

An automatic transmission can last a long time, but 9 driver mistakes kill it prematurely. Here's what to avoid.

Legendary Auto Transmissions that Were Truly Reliable

Legendary Auto Transmissions that Were Truly Reliable

It’s quite difficult to imagine a modern car without an automatic transmission. Today, the vast majority of buyers primarily focus on vehicles with automatic gearboxes.