Cars & RVs
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Buying a Car Can Be a Huge Waste of Money — Here’s Why
Cars have long been symbols of freedom and status. Buying a first car is one of the milestones of becoming an adult, and for many, driving is a part of daily life. But especially in the era of Lyft and…
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This Car Manufacturer Just Recalled Nearly All Its Electric Vehicles
Electric-vehicle manufacturer Rivian Automotive has recalled more than 12,000 pickups and SUVs, almost the entirety of the 15,300 vehicles that have rolled off its assembly lines since it started production in 2021. The problem is with a potentially loose front…
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The Truth About Rats and Car Engines
Few species are more reviled than rats. The mere sight of one can trigger gasps and shrieks. Insatiable eaters and prolific procreators, rats are associated with disease, rot, filth, death, and impending doom in horror movies. These highly social and…
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Mustang, Corvette, and Other Iconic Cars That Have Gone Electric
The drumbeat of electric vehicle announcements marches on as automakers increasingly plot an all-electric future. Among those announcements has been a smattering of nameplates with long histories — including muscle cars and off-road innovators making the jump to electric. MotorTrend…
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The Best RV-Friendly Drive-In Theaters Across America
Drive-in theaters date back to the 1930s, offering motorists the chance to catch a movie in the comfort of their vehicle. Many still remain in business today, offering the chance to enjoy a movie, or two, right from your RV.…
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How to Rent a Classic Car to Ride in Style
Classic cars provide a chance to hold history in your hands. And you don’t have to be a devoted collector or a celebrity with a garage full of expensive cars to take one for a spin yourself or be chauffeured…
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The Coolest RVs for Rent Across America
Being able to go online to rent a house on wheels wasn’t really all that possible for the average person less than 10 years ago. If — like so many…
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Here’s What To Do When the Kids Finally Move Out
So your youngest is gone and not coming back (fingers crossed …)? Now is the time to transform a bedroom or bonus room or any other space that became the…
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This TikTok Video Tours a ‘Secret RV Island’ in Florida
Just a stone’s throw from the Bahamas, off of Florida’s east coast, lies what an RV enthusiast is calling one of the country’s most interesting nomadic communities: Nettles Island. The…
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Outdoor Recreation Job Options
This article originally appeared on RVshare and is syndicated by Cheapism. Being an RVer means theres a good chance you enjoy the outdoors. But have you ever considered a job in the…
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Here’s Why Costco’s Cheap Gas is Good for Your Engine
When most people look for a gas station, the first thing they think of is the price. Just visit any Costco gas station, and you’ll see long lines that’ll take…
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Classic Cars That Made a Comeback
Cats have nine lives, but what about cars? Automakers have revived a lot of famous marques over the years, not always successfully (hello, ’90s Mercury Cougar). But the reintroduction of the…
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11 Affordable Used Cars Most Buyers Overlook
After a global microchip shortage led to fewer new cars and higher prices, buyers poured into the pre-owned market looking for deals. That perfect storm led to an inflated used…
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The 5 Best Jump-Starters, Plus How to Jump-Start a Car Yourself
If you type “portable jump-starter” into Amazon, you’ll be met with hundreds of similar units with strange brand names, jargon-heavy descriptions, and thousands of mixed reviews. Suffice to say, it’s…
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The Coolest Cars of the ’90s
As the ‘80s came to an end, auto sales were in the gutter. The ‘90s became a time for many automakers to focus on reinvention and, for some, reintroducing discontinued…
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How To Wash Your Car at Home And Save Money
Wax On, Wax Off With the astronomical cost of cars, gas, and pretty much anything auto-related, car owners are desperate to save money. That can mean waiting in long Costco…
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A Look Back at the 1970s Energy Crisis
While Americans struggle to pay for necessities like food and gas, oil companies are raking it in. Exxon Mobil reportedly made a $17.85 billion profit for the second quarter, and Chevron…
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RV Horror Stories
RVs are loads of fun — until they’re not. If you’re debating whether or not to hit the road in an RV, consider some of the nightmare stories that can happen…
