Cars & RVs

  • 1973 Ford Falcon XB GT

    Muscle Memories: 15 Ford Cars That Defined a Generation

    It’s the end of an era at Ford Motor Co. The American carmaker that helped change history announced recently that it will no longer include passenger cars in its North American offerings, with the exception of one legendary model —…

  • red warning triangle on road with broken car and person on cell in background

    25 Items You Should Always Keep in Your Car

    Even if you’ve ponied up for a roadside assistance plan, your car is a wise place to keep an assortment of handy just-in-case items. For instance, toting something like a jump starter can make short work of minor breakdowns, while…

  • electric car refuel with power

    How to Road Trip the Right Way With an Electric Car

    Electric cars are no longer a novelty, though if you own one for commuting, you still might have anxiety about an extended road trip. The good news is, your electric car is gaining ground on old-fashioned gas-guzzlers when it comes…

  • couple in car dealership looking at brochure with salesman

    20 Cars You Can Keep for More Than a Decade

    It’s not uncommon for car payments to last up to six years, so it’s only natural for buyers to seek vehicles that will live years and miles past the end of their loans. Outlets including Consumer Reports, ISeeCars, Edmunds, and…

  • customers signing some important documents at new car showroom

    11 Things You Need to Know Before Leasing a Brand New Car

    Leasing a vehicle can be an attractive option for drivers who want a brand new car with a low down payment and small monthly installments. Although a leaseholder (called a lessee) doesn’t actually own the vehicle and will eventually have…

  • woman shows the keys to her new car

    Don’t Get Taken for a Ride: Calculating the Real Costs of Car Ownership

    Wouldn’t it be great if the total cost of buying and owning a car were limited to the purchase price? That way, there’d be no hidden fees. No sales tax. No insurance premiums. And no grim realization that some new…

  • Summer Clearance and Early Back to School Deals

    In the space between summer clearance and back-to-school sales we’ve found a dozen great bargains to either help wind down or gear up, depending on where your mind is at.…

  • woman shopping for clothing

    More Bang for the Buck: 11 Products That Hold Their Value Best

    Savvy consumers are always on the lookout for a good deal. But a low price doesn’t result in a smart buy if the product loses a substantial portion of its…

  • How to Lower the Cost of Car Insurance for Teens

    Young drivers are two to three times more likely to get into an auto accident than experienced drivers. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, teen drivers are…

  • 12 Minor Factors That Increase Auto Insurance Rates

    Auto insurance is mandatory in every state, but finding the cheapest rate isn’t easy. After you spend hours, sometimes days, comparing quotes from different companies and signing up with the…

  • 5 Tips for Getting a Good Deal on a Car

    The Internet has changed the car-buying process. Thanks to websites like AutoTrader and Craigslist, shoppers can peruse new and used vehicles all over the country from the comfort of their…

  • Do You Need to Buy Rental Car Insurance?

    Whether you’re renting a car for a day or an entire week, you’ve probably had a friend or relative tell you to waive the offered insurance. “Your credit card has…

  • 8 Sports Cars That Promise Luxury for Less

    Nothing screams expense and opulence like owning a luxury sports car. It’s generally well out of reach for all but the One Percent, as top-of-the-line models cost hundreds of thousands…

  • Should You Head Outside the City for Cheaper Gas?

    Have you ever made a U-turn to reach the gas station on the other side of the street because the price is cheaper than at the one straight ahead? But…

  • 5 Best Parking Apps to Help You Find a Spot for Less

    The perils of parking go beyond mere annoyance. Parking can be expensive and going overtime can rack up extra fees. We’ve rounded up five apps that make parking less of…

  • Car-Share Programs: Comparing the Cost

    Car-share programs offer the convenience of hopping into a car or truck, for a few hours or a few days, without owning whatever you’re driving. Plus, you avoid the insurance…

  • Do You Have a Car Care Plan?

    National Car Care Month kicked off with a rumble the other day. The designation helps remind drivers to adopt a car care plan and take preemptive measures to maintain their…