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255 Articles

Is it Bad to Top Off Your Gas Tank?

Is A Car Wash Membership Worth It?

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4 Guidelines for More Efficient EV Charging

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7 Ways to Make an EV Road Trip Go More Smoothly

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What Car Wash Features Do You Really Need?

When Does Car Insurance Cover Repairs?

How To Avoid Car Rental Scams

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Steering Wheel too Close? Try Pedal Extenders

When Should Timing Belts Be Replaced?

6 Minor Car Repairs That Can Save You Big Bucks

When Does Car Insurance Cover Repairs?

5 Tips To Prevent Catalytic Converter Theft

Why Does My Car Smell Like Burning Rubber?

Top Reasons My Car Won’t Start

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Overtightened Lug Nuts? Here’s What to Do

Does Gasoline Freeze?

Fixing Key Fob Problems

How To Check Your Oil

9 Ways To Prevent Car Theft

Where Is Your Car Battery Located? You May Be Surprised

Is Premium Gas Worth It?

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I Rented An Electric Vehicle – Here’s What It Was Like

5 Ways To Prepare Your Vehicle For Winter Travels

What Does Future Transportation Look Like?

Do You Know When To Use Your Emergency Brake?

4 Signs That Your Brakes Need Service

What Is Good Mileage For A Used Car?

What Are Bad Fuel Filter Symptoms

8 Signs Of A Bad Alternator Vs Bad Battery

Jump-Starting an EV—Take These Precautions to Prevent Damage

What Is The Difference Between Shocks & Struts?

How to Clean and Restore Headlights

Can You Mix Synthetic Oil With Regular Oil?

Unlocking Winter Woes: A Guide to Thawing Frozen Car Doors and Locks

5 Steps To Winterize Your Vehicle Like A Pro

Can You Return a Car You Just Bought?

How To Adjust Headlight Alignment

Replacing Transmission Fluid - DIY or Go to a Pro?

Leaking Transmission Fluid? 3 Sure-fire Signs

How to Check for Car Battery Corrosion

10 Easy Ways To Save Money On Gas

Renting an Electric Vehicle: Tips for First-Timers

The Pros and Cons of Electric Cars

Sustainable Mobility: With Electric Vehicles the Future is Now

What Does It Mean If A Car Is Totaled?

Do Headlight Cleaning Hacks Actually Work

Tips for Driving on Ice and Snow

Involved In A Hit And Run Accident? What To Do Next

How Do Car Dealers Make A Profit?

Is Your Car Winter-Ready?

What to Do with Your Car Seats after an Accident

Can the Heat Affect Your Car?

Do You Need Insurance to Drive Someone Else's Car?

Recommendations for Getting an Accurate Oil Reading

Should You Replace Your Antifreeze Regularly?

How Accessory Overload Is Killing Your Battery

10 Car Wash Dos and Don’ts

Road-Tested Protection: Car Seats and Child Safety

What to Do If You Hit a Deer

Drive Clean: Tips for Keeping Your Vehicle Spotless Inside and Out

Here's What to Expect from the Car of Tomorrow

How To Tell If Your Spare Tire Is Bad

How To Tell If A Spark Plug Is Bad

How To Polish A Car

Reasons Your Car’s AC Breaks

What To Look For When Buying A Used Car

Comprehensive And Collision Insurance: What’s The Difference?

Can Your Car Be Hacked?

How to Replace a Car's Under-Engine Pan

New Types Of Animal Crossings Are Saving Lives

Signs Your Engine Is Overheating

Signs Of An Exhaust Leak

How To Extend Your Car’s Lifespan

Signs of a Coolant Leak

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Can Electric Cars Be Hacked?

What Is An Umbrella Policy?

How Far Can You Drive When The Low Fuel Light Is On?

How Much Money Should You Put Down On A Car Purchase?

How Much To Tip Your Uber Or Lyft Driver

What Is Subrogation In An Insurance Claim?

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Uncovering Common Misperceptions About EVs

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Car Buying Tips for Teenage Drivers

Four Ways to Protect Yourself from Catalytic Converter Theft

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Alternatives Limited for Non-Dealer EV Service

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The Real Cost Of Owning An Electric Car

How To Get The Best Price On Your Trade-In

How Far Can You Really Drive On A Spare Tire?

What To Know If You’re In The Market For A New Car

This Year's Safest Cars—Small, Midsize, Luxury, And More

How To Handle A Tire Explosion While Driving

Insurance Basics—Understanding Deductibles

The Most Common Reasons For Squeaky Brakes

When Is A Car Considered Totaled?

Signs That Your Brake Pads Need Attention

The Pros And Cons Of Refinancing A Car

Warning Signs Of A Bad Alternator

3 Steps For Cleaning Tar Off Your Car's Exterior

Revelations From A Car Mom

Where to Look for a Missing Vehicle Service Manual

Is An Extended Car Warranty Worth It?

Why You Should Change Your Car's Cabin Air Filter

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Electric Vehicles: Facts and Myths

What Is A TPMS Light and Why Is It On

How To Know What Oil Your Car Needs

The Best Way to Wash Your Car’s Windshield

How to Use Jumper Cables

What Is Full Coverage Car Insurance

Warning Signs of a Power Steering Leak

Navigating The Latest Traffic Flows

What to Do After a Car Accident

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Powering Your Electric Vehicle Through a Road Trip

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Suggestions For Purchasing Your Vehicle's Replacement Tires

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What Is MPGe, and How Is It Derived?

Take The Clutter-Free Route With These Top-Rated Car Organizers

How To Keep Older Vehicles Running Like New

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Dealing with a Lack of EV Charging Units

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When Is Your Old Car Too Old?

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Car Techs Carry These 6 Tools In Case Of Driving Emergencies

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Why Don't Most New Cars Come with Spare Tires?

Electric Vehicles

The World is Moving to Electric Vehicles - Here's Why

Drive Safe This Season with Winterization Tips from the Experts

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How Do I Store an Electric Vehicle Over the Winter?

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Are Daytime Running Lights a Problem?

Avoid These Roads And Travel Times This Thanksgiving

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How Much Does It Really Cost to Charge an Electric Vehicle?

ELECTRIC VEHICLES

Why You Should Rent an EV

Crossover Vs. SUV—Four Key Differences

The Most and Least Expensive Car Brands to Insure

Do You Know How Much Your Car Is Worth?

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The Pros And Cons Of Electric Vehicles

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Will Using the Auto Train to Florida Drain the Battery on My Prius?

The Lighter Side Of The “Just In Case” Car Kit

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The High-Tech Features Of Tomorrow’s Vehicles

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Is Compressed Natural Gas an Affordable Fuel Option?

Vehicle Noises You Should Never Ignore

ELECTRIC VEHICLES

Getting the Most Miles from Your Electric Vehicle Charge

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Saving Money on Gasoline

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Can You Charge An Electric Vehicle In The Rain?

How To Make Fast Faster With AAA Digital Roadside Request

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Taking a Road Trip? Read This Car Advice First

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How To Use The Hybrid Option Of A Plug-In Hybrid Gasoline-Electric Vehicle

What Is Top Tier Gas And Should You Use It In Your Vehicle?

Should You Be Concerned If Your Steering Wheel Shakes?

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Understanding a Car’s Stop/Start

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The Seven Commandments For Rv Drivers

ELECTRIC VEHICLES

Nine Etiquette Tips For Properly Powering Your Electric Vehicle

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Do You Know How To Tackle A Traffic Roundabout?

States With The Rudest Drivers

Endangered Bridges You May Be Driving On

ELECTRIC VEHICLES

EVs That Excel

Do You Know How To Protect Yourself From Auto Parts Theft?

Use These Tips To Increase Your Vehicle’s MPG

What to Know Before Getting an Auto Loan

The Cause Of Potholes And How To Handle Damage

Electric Vehicles

Electric Vehicles 101

Public & Government

On the Road to Safer Headlights

Life Lessons From A 1973 Volkswagen Beetle

ELECTRIC VEHICLES

Is An Electric Vehicle Right For You?

Dealership, Chain, Or Independent Repair Shop?

The Key To Staying Safe When Your Car Breaks Down

How To Avoid Auto Insurance Premium Increases

Essentials For Wintertime Driving

Do Not Ignore These Dashboard Lights

Why Now May Be The Time To Sell Your Car

Black Friday Savings For Your Vehicle

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Can Your Car Be Hacked?

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The Most Common Vehicle Service Costs To Budget For

The Right Oil For Your High-Mileage Vehicle

The Right Way To Gift A Car

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The Facts About Certified Pre-Owned Vehicles

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The Best Ways To Defog Your Vehicle’s Windows

Leather Vs. Leatherette Car Upholstery

Top Picks For Tailgate Speakers

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Why Strong Vision Is Essential For Driving

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How Much Car Can You Afford

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How To Clean Your Vehicle

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How Your Credit Score Affects Car Buying

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How To Pack Your Car For A Road Trip

What You Need To Know About Used Car Scams

Do You Know How To Find A Reputable Repair Shop?

Items You Should Never Leave In Your Car

How to Combat the Rental Car Shortage

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How Long Do Electric Car Batteries Last

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6 Factors That Make Your Used Car More Desirable

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How Long Does It Take To Charge An Electric Vehicle?

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How To Prep Your Vehicle For A Road Trip

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How To Know If You Should Lease A Vehicle

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4 Simple Ways To Childproof Your Ride

How To Eliminate Bad Car Smells

The Gadgets You Need For Your Next Road Trip

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What Is A Vehicle Service Plan?

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How To Prepare For Your Upcoming Road Trip

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The Best Car Scratch Remover

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When Is The Best Time To Buy A New Car?

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Do You Know the Difference Between Premium and Regular Fuel?

The 10 Best Off-Lease Used Cars Of 2020

Learning Auto Repair Lingo

The New Car Features Of The Future

Is It Time To Sell Your Car?

How The Pandemic May Impact Your Car And Its Parts

Will Your Car Battery Survive Winter?

How Much Does Traffic Congestion Cost You?

Before Driving on Snow and Ice

How To Find The Most Dependable Used Vehicle In Your Price Range

Who Owns Your Favorite Car Brand And Why

Do You Really Need Snow Tires?

What Features Do You Want In Your Next Car?

The Most Expensive Car Brands To Maintain

How Many Miles Are Too Many On A Used Car?

AAA'S Take

Getting You There On Time with GPS Apps

Paving The Way For Safe Driving

Adding New-Car Technology To Your Older Vehicle

Car Doctor: Mirrors And Windshields

How to Buy a Car Hassle-Free Digitally

Tread Tells When To Shop For New Tires

Keeping Your New Car New

How To Make Your New Car Battery Last

3 Tips To Unclutter Your Car

Quick Tips For Checking Vehicle Fluids

How To Prevent Driving Intexticated

Car Care Tips To Keep Your Ride In Tip-Top Shape

Automotive Answers From The Car Doctor

Avoid This Covid-19 Used Car Scam

10 Important Items To Keep In Your Car Safety Kit

Understand Your Auto Repair Bill

Good Question: Is Regular Vehicle Maintenance Worth It?

How To Make Your Car Seats Look Brand New

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America’s Memorable Road Trip Cars

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5 Easy Steps To Check Your Car’s Oil

What To Do When Your Vehicle Breaks Down

Good Question: We Answer Your Key Road Trip Questions

Should I Refinance My Car?

Get In The Zone For Easy Road Trip Packing

You Can Be Eco-Friendly No Matter What Car You Drive

Top Tips to Help Teens Stay Safe Behind the Wheel

When Car Care Is DIY And When You Need A Professional

New Technology Makes Cars More Environmentally Friendly

Top 10 Maintenance Tasks To Keep Your Car Road-Worthy

Maintaining Your Car During A Driving Hiatus

Does Car Insurance Cover Hail Damage

Protecting Yourself And Your Vehicle

How To Detail Your Car At Home

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Simple Ways To Boost Your Vehicle’s Trade-In Value

What Does That Strange Car Smell Or Weird Noise Mean?

Leasing A Car Vs. Buying It

How To Remove Scratches From Car Paint

Top 5 Reasons Check Engine Lights Come On

Does Your Credit Score Affect Your Car Insurance Rates?

Five Signs Your Car Battery May Be Dying

The Dos And Don’ts Of Winter Car Storage

Good Question: Should I Get An Extended Warranty?

Everyday Car Technology That Proves We’re Living in the Future

Identify Car Leaks Like a Pro

Is Rental Car Insurance Necessary?

Your Guide to Dashboard Warning Lights

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