Allison Robertson articles

Concerned woman with young man in car behind her.

I let my adult son borrow my car from time to time, and now my insurance premium has skyrocketed. Do I really have to disclose that?

Do you have to list your adult child on your car insurance? Learn when to disclose drivers, how it affects premiums, and what happens if you don’t.
June 3, 2026 Allison Robertson
Brunette woman concerned with dent in car

I got into a small accident, but now the insurance company says I was at fault and denied my claims. I disagree, can I fight this?

Can you fight an insurance fault decision? Learn how fault is determined, when claims are denied, and how to dispute an unfair ruling.
June 2, 2026 Allison Robertson
Annoyed man in a navy blue sweater standing in a mechanic shop

The shop kept my car for three weeks for a simple repair, and then charged me for "storage." Do I have any recourse?

Can a mechanic charge storage fees for delays? Learn when storage charges are legal and what to do if your car repair takes too long.
June 2, 2026 Allison Robertson
Man in a red shirt confused at mechanic bill

I took my car to the shop, and the mechanic fixed something I didn’t authorize. Now he expects me to pay more. Am I responsible?

Do you have to pay for unauthorized car repairs? Learn your rights, common mechanic tactics, and how to handle surprise repair charges.
June 1, 2026 Allison Robertson
Man in black shirt in front of a sedan.

Sedans Are Making A Comeback—Here’s What’s Fueling Their Return

A detailed look at the modern sedan comeback, including why drivers are returning to four-door cars and which sedans are leading the resurgence today.
May 25, 2026 Allison Robertson
Man in a muddy jeep being pulled over by police.

I got pulled over because my truck was “too muddy.” They let me off with a warning—but is dirt seriously illegal?

Can you get a ticket for a muddy truck? Learn when dirt becomes a legal issue, including fines for blocked plates, lights, and road hazards.
May 22, 2026 Allison Robertson
Man taking off his work boots while sitting in his truck.

I like taking my work boots off and driving home barefoot, but my wife says that’s “illegal.” Why would they care what’s on my feet?

Is it illegal to drive barefoot? Learn the truth about barefoot driving laws, potential fines, and when it can actually get you in trouble.
May 21, 2026 Allison Robertson
A young man taking a pillow into his car.

I’m going on a road trip and plan to just sleep in my car when I’m tired—but my mom says that’s “illegal.” Is that true?

Is it illegal to sleep in your car? Learn where overnight car sleeping is allowed, where it’s banned, and what fines you could face in the U.S.
May 20, 2026 Allison Robertson
Young man with a car with an under-glow.

I added under-glow lights to my car, and my mom says I’ll get pulled over constantly. Is that true?

Are underglow lights illegal in the US? Learn when car underglow can get you pulled over and how to stay within the law.
May 19, 2026 Allison Robertson