The “Gas-Saving” Tricks That Could Destroy Your Car — And What Drivers Should Do Instead
Some fuel-saving tricks can backfire, costing drivers far more in repairs than they ever save at the gas pump.
Why Your Neighbor Always Parks With the Wheels Turned: An Auto Expert Explains Three Reasons
Straight wheels aren’t always the smartest choice: experienced drivers turn them for three practical reasons you may not expect.
Auto Expert Warns Drivers About Common Mistakes When Installing a Roof Cargo Box
Roof cargo boxes have become increasingly popular with drivers looking for an easy way to carry more gear on road trips.
One Capful and Your Wipers Stop Squeaking: Experts Reveal a Simple Trick
We've all been there: windshield wipers start squeaking, smear grime across the glass and leave streaks behind instead of actually helping.
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?
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.
A Simple Car-Care Hack: Why You Should Sprinkle Baking Soda on Your Floor Mats
Cleaning your car’s floor mats doesn’t require expensive products. Baking soda can freshen the cabin and help get rid of musty, food and dirt odors.
14 Inspiring DIY Ideas to Turn Car Scrap into Home Decor and Furniture
From furniture to lighting, these creative projects turn discarded automotive parts into something useful again.
One Button in Your Car Can Help Cut Fuel Consumption: Drivers Told How to Save
Fresh air may feel great inside the cabin, but open windows at highway speeds can hurt aerodynamics and increase fuel consumption.
Most Drivers Ignore This When Buying a Car Battery—and It Can Cause Problems
Choosing a replacement car battery requires attention to detail, because even one incorrect specification can cause major installation problems.
Car Diagnostics: What It Is, Why You Need It, and How It Works
Every driver has heard the advice: “Take it in for diagnostics.” But what does that actually mean? Is it just reading trouble codes with a scanner, or is there more to it? And most importantly, why pay for diagnostics if the car runs and doesn't seem to be breaking down? Here's what the term really covers, when diagnostics are necessary, and how the procedure is performed at a modern repair shop.
Why Experienced Drivers Put Shaving Cream on Their Car Windows and Mirrors
How to fight windshield fog without a dedicated anti-fog product—and how to use shaving cream without leaving streaks
The $5 Trick That Could Fix a Big Dent in Your Car at Home
A large dent with no paint damage can often be repaired at home with a simple tool you probably already have.
Drivers Are Putting a Clothespin on Their Car’s Air Vent: Here’s Why This Simple Hack Works
This simple trick doesn’t affect the air conditioner, but it can quickly change the way your car’s interior smells.
WD-40 Does Way More Than Loosen Rust: 6 Surprising Uses You’ll Wish You Knew Sooner
WD-40’s low viscosity lets it work as an aerosol, allowing the fluid to reach even the smallest holes, gaps, cavities and cracks.