Cars & RVs
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The Surprising History of the Toyota Land Cruiser
Originally created for the military in the Far East, the Toyota Land Cruiser has evolved into a status symbol for well-heeled buyers in the West. It originally borrowed heavily from the American Jeep and British Land Rover, but soon set…
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15 Things You Didn’t Know About the Chevrolet Corvette
When it comes to American cars, the Chevrolet Corvette is in a class by itself. The first ones were built in 1953, and General Motors has been cranking them out ever since. In fact, only the Chevrolet Suburban (first built…
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Coolest Off-Road Camper Vans for Summer Adventures
An RV is at home on the open road, but even that asphalt path is too tame for more adventurous owners. It’s supposed to be recreational, after all, so why limit it to commuter thoroughfares and cozy campground loops? If…
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RV Packing Tips for Newbies
It’s the time of year everyone starts dreaming of hitting the open road for an RV vacation. In fact, as I write this, I am en route to the Oregon coast in the Class A motorhome my husband and I…
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The Best Cheap Tires
Planning to buy new tires? Choosing quality tires means more than just finding the best tire prices online. Experts say choosing the right all-season tire depends on the kind of car you own, how aggressively you drive, and the climate…
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How to Keep Rust From Ruining Your Car
Once you get rust on a vehicle, the value and appearance diminishes, and the lifespan may as well. Plenty of things cause rust, from chipped paint to bad weather, and some parts of the country are more prone to the…
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32 Most Reliable Trucks of All Time
A truck can become the coolest on the road simply by outlasting the competition. But reliability is only one of the elements essential to the consummate “cool” truck. It should…
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Like a Rock: Teen Survives Tornado in Chevy Silverado
The old commercial adage may be true after all: Chevys really are built like a rock. Related: Legendary and Iconic Chevys Through the Decades Texas 16-year-old Riley Leon was driving home from…
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Clever and Practical Products to Turn Your Car Into Your Office
Some jobs have always been on the go, but more people working remotely means more people turning their cars into offices. There are some logistical challenges, such as how to…
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Car Makers Tell Dealers to Back Off Predatory Pricing Strategies
Multiple car makers are telling dealerships to knock it off with high markups and predatory pricing schemes as dealers try to take advantage of the hot car market. Related: Record Inflation…
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How Gas Stations Have Totally Transformed Over the Past Century
Ever wonder what it was like filling up in the good old days? A lot different, that’s for sure. While gas stations have undergone plenty of welcome changes over the…
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The Most Over-the-Top Trucks You Can Buy
A reliable truck is great and all, but it takes an over-the-top truck to make other drivers pay attention. We aren’t just talking about some candy-painted monstrosity on rims or…
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Useful but Little-Known Car Features You Should Know About
People buy cars for things such as fuel economy, safety, and reliability. They also, of course, want all the amazing new technology and features, many already becoming standard on some…
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The Most Expensive Celebrity Cars
Celebrities — they’re just like us! Well, minus the minor detail of extreme wealth. But like many of us, a lot of celebs — funnymen Jay Leno and Jerry Seinfeld…
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Small But Mighty Trucks for Drivers Who Don’t Want a Massive Pickup
Whether you’re doing home improvement, pulling a trailer, running a business, or helping a friend move, a pickup truck is undeniably handy to have. But if you’d rather not buy a…
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Costco Members Can Get $5,000 Off Select Audis
It’s tough out there for car shoppers, and deals are few and far between. But if you’re in the market for an Audi, Costco has a generous new incentive — for…
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Charger, Challenger and More: Iconic Dodge Vehicles
A lot has changed in the American auto industry since John and Horace Dodge decided to quit building parts for other automakers and go into the car-building business for themselves…
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27 Cars We Lost in 2021
Building cars is a tough game. There’s no consolation prize for models that don’t carry their weight in sales. Consequently, production for dozens of vehicles ends each year — and…
