Maintenance
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18 Slick Car Cleaning Tricks Only the Pros Know
Getting your car washed and detailed is expensive, and while it can be a nice treat sometimes, doing it yourself is an easy way to save some money. Wondering how to make your car look shiny and new without taking…
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32 Lies Your Mechanic Could be Telling You
Car owners place a lot of trust in mechanics to limit maintenance and repairs to what a vehicle needs. But when there’s a sizable knowledge gap between vehicle owner and mechanic, that trust can be betrayed by unscrupulous mechanics. That’s…
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10 Reasons Why You Might Regret Buying an Electric Car
From charging hassles to battery costs, discover the biggest reasons not to buy an electric car before making the switch.
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15 Things You Should Never Keep in Your Car
We’ve all been there. That quick dash to the grocery store that turns into an impromptu rendezvous with friends, or maybe you forget to take things out of the car and inadvertently become a target for thieves. Before you know it, the…
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Ford Recalls More Than 272K Vehicles For Potential Battery Failure
Ford is in trouble, having issued a recall for 272,827 vehicles due to some serious battery problems. This comes just after Ford paid $165 million in federal penalties for delays in recalls. What Vehicles Are Being Recalled? The battery issue has affected about…
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15 Red Flags to Watch for When Buying a Used Car That Could Cost You
When you’re shopping for a used car, it’s all about getting the most bang for your buck. However, if you’re not careful, you could end up flushing a lot of money down the metaphorical toilet. Here are 15 things to…
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The Best (and Worst!) States for Electric Vehicle Drivers in America
Thinking about buying or leasing an electric vehicle (EV), but not sure if it’s the best option for where you live? To help in your decision, the car-research site iSeeCars.com…
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Best Gifts for Motorcycle Riders
Motorcycle riders are a singular breed, known for their adventurous spirit. When it’s time to buy these enthusiasts a gift, the choices — from the practical to the playful —…
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9 Things You Should Never Do While Pumping Gas
You might think of danger in a more imminent sense, like playing tag in the middle of a busy street at night or going sky diving with someone who was…
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21 Most Reliable Cars You Can Drive Into the Ground
Looking for a reliable car that you’ll be able to depend on for years to come? There are plenty of sturdy vehicles out there that fit the bill. Whether you…
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Ways You’re Ruining Your Car and Don’t Even Know It
Everyone knows to get their oil changed, to pump the right kind of gas for their vehicle, and not to crash into things whenever it’s avoidable — but you might…
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I Went to Costco’s Tire Center To Replace My Flat Tire … and I Won’t Be Going Back
Finding parking is often the worst part of my day. That’s partly because I live in Los Angeles, a sprawling, car-centric megacity with horrific public transportation. But I’ll also readily…
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She’s Going the Distance! Report: The 23 Longest-Lasting Cars On the Market
Thinking about your next car? If you’re looking to make this one count, you might consider a car that’s known to exceed 250,000 miles. iSeeCars.com released its annual report on…
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Disaster on Wheels: These 10 Cars Could Make You Go Broke
Few things will make you hemorrhage cash faster than a car that’s always in the shop. Sometimes it’s unavoidable, with even the most reliable manufacturers suffering from their share of…
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‘So How Do We Get Out?’: Tesla Dies in the McDonald’s Drive-Thru
Picture this: You’ve got 10 minutes until McDonald’s is done serving breakfast and you have a serious hankering for a McGriddle. You hop in your Tesla and notice you forgot…
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26 Reasons Not to Buy a Sports Car, According to Experts and Owners
Ripping around in a sports car might sound like just the thing you’re looking for. However, before you splurge on a shiny new ride, you might want to hit the…
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These Are the Most (and Least) Expensive States for Car Owners
Cars may seem like a fixed price once you drive it off the car lot, but there are plenty of other expenses once you hit the road that can really…
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5 Things To Know Before Putting Nitrogen in Your Tires
When most people inflate their tires, they go with plain old compressed air. It’s cheap, widely available, and works just fine. But there is a pricier alternative: nitrogen-filled car tires.…
