Car Tips

Does it make any difference for safety whether you drive a standard or automatic?

Hit a police car that suddenly turned while you had the green light and got a ticket? Learn whether it’s a traffic infraction or a crime, how fault is determined, and the exact steps to protect your rights, insurance, and finances after an accident involving a police vehicle.

Got a ticket because your hearing aids malfunctioned and you didn’t hear a police siren? Learn whether you can sue the manufacturer, how product liability works, and what steps to take to fight the ticket and protect yourself legally.

Black cars are notoriously hard to keep clean, but there are still some tools and strategies you can use.

Is remote start really essential for winter driving? We break down the pros and cons, from engine wear and fuel economy to comfort and safety, to settle the debate once and for all. Find out who’s right—Dad or your brother—in this fun, fact-based guide to cold-weather car care.

After a minor accident, you zip-tied your bumper back into place—but could that DIY fix earn you a ticket? This in-depth, easy-to-understand guide breaks down whether driving with a zip-tied bumper is illegal, what “unsafe equipment” laws really mean, how inspections and insurance companies might view temporary repairs, and when police are likely to pull you over.

Wondering if turbochargers are worth it? This fun, beginner-friendly guide explains how turbos work, how much faster they make cars, real costs, reliability concerns, and whether adding boost is a smart upgrade or a waste of money.

Is changing your oil every 5,000 miles still necessary? We break down modern oil change intervals, what happens if you wait 8,000 miles, and how overdue oil changes can quietly damage your engine.

My wife wants to buy an electric vehicle, but I think gasoline cars still make more sense. We break down the EV vs. gas debate with real-world pros, cons, and lifestyle considerations to find out who’s actually right.

Today's cars don't need to be warmed up like cars did decades ago, but there's more to the story than that.

A snowplow hit your parked car—and now you’ve been billed for the damage. Find out whether you’re really responsible, how snowplow liability works, and what to do next.

If a software update immobilizes your car anywhere outside your own driveway, you should expect the unexpected.