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Automakers Warn U.S. Drivers: Don’t Randomly Turn the Auto Hold System On and Off

Automakers Warn U.S. Drivers: Don’t Randomly Turn the Auto Hold System On and Off

Many drivers today don’t even realize how much of the routine work behind the wheel is handled by electronics.

How to Fix Scratches on Your Car’s Body Yourself in a Home Garage

How to Fix Scratches on Your Car’s Body Yourself in a Home Garage

Scratches can ruin a car’s appearance and may even lead to rust if ignored. Here’s how you can fix them yourself in a home garage.

Why have American drivers started turning off the fuel-saving Start-Stop system in large numbers?

Why have American drivers started turning off the fuel-saving Start-Stop system in large numbers?

For countless drivers, turning off the "Start-Stop" system has become a reflexive habit performed right after firing up the engine.

How Long Periods of Inactivity Can Harm Your Car: What Breaks First and How to Prevent It

How Long Periods of Inactivity Can Harm Your Car: What Breaks First and How to Prevent It

A closer look at what happens to every major system in your vehicle when it sits too long—and how to avoid the damage.

How Much Fuel Your Car’s AC Really Uses: Mechanics Debunk a Common Myth

How Much Fuel Your Car’s AC Really Uses: Mechanics Debunk a Common Myth

Tests show that running your car’s air conditioning does increase fuel consumption—but far less than many drivers typically believe.

Do WD-40 and Toothpaste Really Remove Car Scratches? A Quick Test Reveals the Truth

Do WD-40 and Toothpaste Really Remove Car Scratches? A Quick Test Reveals the Truth

Viral internet hacks claim WD-40 or toothpaste can erase scratches from a car’s paint in minutes—but a real test shows what actually happens.

Why You Shouldn’t Run Smartphone Navigation for Too Long During Long Road Trips

Why You Shouldn’t Run Smartphone Navigation for Too Long During Long Road Trips

Smartphone navigation apps make travel easier, but running them for hours during long drives can quietly put serious strain on your device.

Advice from a Veteran Mechanic to Everyday Mechanics and Drivers: 5 Components to Check First This Spring

Advice from a Veteran Mechanic to Everyday Mechanics and Drivers: 5 Components to Check First This Spring

As temperatures rise, drivers should pay close attention to vehicles that endured a harsh winter of cold weather, road salt, and extreme temperature swings.

Forget Streaks on Glass: How to Choose and Wash Microfiber for Your Car

Forget Streaks on Glass: How to Choose and Wash Microfiber for Your Car

Ditch old sponges — your car loves microfiber and hates foam. Here’s why.

5 Tools Every Driver Should Own for DIY Car Repairs

5 Tools Every Driver Should Own for DIY Car Repairs

Working on your own car? These are the must-have tools every garage should be equipped with.

Many Americans Don’t Know This: What’s That Red Button Next to the Shifter For?

Many Americans Don’t Know This: What’s That Red Button Next to the Shifter For?

A small red button near the automatic gear selector — why was it installed in the first place?

Many American Drivers Don’t Know This: When You Should Turn Off “Auto Hold” — and Why It Matters

Many American Drivers Don’t Know This: When You Should Turn Off “Auto Hold” — and Why It Matters

Once reserved for luxury cars, this feature now shows up even in entry-level models.

For Tesla Owners: How to Open the Doors of a Model 3, Model S, or Cybertruck If Power Is Lost

For Tesla Owners: How to Open the Doors of a Model 3, Model S, or Cybertruck If Power Is Lost

What to do if your Tesla loses power and you find yourself locked inside the vehicle.

Frozen Windshield Squirters? Here’s How to Fix Them Yourself Easy DIY

Frozen Windshield Squirters? Here’s How to Fix Them Yourself Easy DIY

When temperatures drop below freezing, even a healthy windshield washer system can suddenly stop working. Here’s why it happens — and how to fix it.

What Does the “ASR OFF” Button Do — and Why Do Some Drivers Turn It Off?

What Does the “ASR OFF” Button Do — and Why Do Some Drivers Turn It Off?

Traction control is designed to keep you safe. So why do so many drivers choose to switch it off?