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The Seek Button in Your Car: What It Does and When to Use It

The Seek Button in Your Car: What It Does and When to Use It

Some vehicles have a button labeled “Seek.” It’s helpful to know what it’s for and how it works.

Why you shouldn't press these buttons in your car: some could be dangerous

Why you shouldn't press these buttons in your car: some could be dangerous

These controls are easy to hit by accident—or out of inexperience, especially for new drivers.

Is It Safe to Disconnect a Car Battery While the Engine Is Running—and Which Terminal Should You Remove First?

Is It Safe to Disconnect a Car Battery While the Engine Is Running—and Which Terminal Should You Remove First?

In some situations, drivers remove the battery from a running car, install it in a stalled vehicle to start the engine, and then put it back.

How to Remove Car Scratches Yourself in the Garage: Fixing Bumpers, Headlights, and Fenders

How to Remove Car Scratches Yourself in the Garage: Fixing Bumpers, Headlights, and Fenders

Scuffed your car? No big deal. Here’s how to remove scratches from your bumper and headlights at home.

How to Clean a Gas Tank from the Inside—Without Removing It: Dirt, Water, and Rust

How to Clean a Gas Tank from the Inside—Without Removing It: Dirt, Water, and Rust

Over time, many vehicles accumulate water and debris inside the gas tank, while the inner walls can develop rust.

First Car for New Drivers: How to Choose Your First Vehicle and Get It Right

First Car for New Drivers: How to Choose Your First Vehicle and Get It Right

Picking a car is harder than choosing an outfit for a party or a long-awaited date — looks matter, but so do the technical details.

Five Ways to Remove Scratches From Your Car’s Plastic Interior

Five Ways to Remove Scratches From Your Car’s Plastic Interior

Every car owner wants their cabin to look as clean and well-kept as possible.

Vital Winter Tip: The One Car Setting You Must Turn Off Before It's Too Late

Vital Winter Tip: The One Car Setting You Must Turn Off Before It's Too Late

This common car feature is a silent winter menace. Ignoring one switch can lead to a startling and expensive morning surprise.

7 Hidden but Surprisingly Useful Features Every Car Has

7 Hidden but Surprisingly Useful Features Every Car Has

Modern cars are packed with features most drivers never notice — from safety tricks to small conveniences that make life easier.

Steering Basics: Why You Shouldn’t Turn the Wheel All the Way to the Stop

Steering Basics: Why You Shouldn’t Turn the Wheel All the Way to the Stop

Seasoned drivers know better than to crank a hydraulic power-steering system to the point of squeaks and groans.

Mystery Button Hidden Under Most Car Dashboards — And Why So Many Drivers Don’t Know It Exists

Mystery Button Hidden Under Most Car Dashboards — And Why So Many Drivers Don’t Know It Exists

Modern cars are packed with features and buttons whose purpose can be surprisingly hard to guess.

How to Activate Your Wipers’ “Winter Mode” — and Why It Exists

How to Activate Your Wipers’ “Winter Mode” — and Why It Exists

Many drivers can’t help wondering: is this a bug or a feature?

How to Protect Your Windshield from Ice: Helpful Tips and Personal Experience

How to Protect Your Windshield from Ice: Helpful Tips and Personal Experience

How can you make sure your car’s windshield doesn’t turn into a sheet of ice overnight?

How to Polish Your Car So It Looks Like It Just Rolled Out of the Showroom

How to Polish Your Car So It Looks Like It Just Rolled Out of the Showroom

A clean, well-maintained car is great—one with a properly polished finish is even better.