Miles Rook articles

Motorist distracted by touch screen.

My Car's Touchscreen Controls Almost Everything, I Feel Like It's Very Distracting To Use While Driving. It Was Standard, But Is It A Safety Issue?

A factory-installed touchscreen can be legal, attractive, and convenient while still demanding too much of a driver’s eyes and concentration. The real issue is not whether the screen came standard, but whether essential tasks can be completed quickly without losing awareness of the road.
August 18, 2026 Miles Rook
A vintage 1970s print advertisement featuring a bright orange 1977 Ford Pinto parked on a sandy beach.

Forgotten Economy Cars That Every American Would Have Recognized Back In The Day. Did You Ever Drive One?

Before crossovers took over American roads, inexpensive hatchbacks, sedans, and oddly shaped subcompacts carried commuters, students, and entire families through everyday life. Some were clever, some were crude, and a few became famous for all the wrong reasons.
July 23, 2026 Miles Rook
AI-generated image of Black man standing next to EV in parking garage

My condo board says I need approval before installing an EV charger—what am I supposed to do until then?

Buying an EV in a condo? Learn how to navigate charger approval delays, use temporary charging options, understand right-to-charge laws, and improve your chances of getting home charging approved faster.
July 10, 2026 Miles Rook
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My neighbor’s new landscaping blocks my view when backing out. Can I make them change it?

Discover whether you can make a neighbor change landscaping that blocks your driveway view. Learn about sight line laws, HOA rules, property rights, safety concerns, and practical solutions.
July 7, 2026 Miles Rook
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Cars From The 90s and 2000s That Have Now Become Classics

You only have to go back a couple of decades to find cars that are already classics.
April 23, 2026 Miles Rook
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I asked my insurance company to lower my premiums after I put in a dashcam. They raised my premiums instead. Does that even make sense?

You put a dashcam into your car, but were surprised to see that your car insurance premiums didn't go down as a result.
March 9, 2026 Miles Rook