Flipboard 2025 Car Tips

Kids doing burnouts across the street? Here’s what you can do about late-night parking lot noise, from documenting the problem to calling the right people.

Weaving through city traffic and speeding doesn't help you arrive at your destination much faster.

Discover why extended warranties often refuse to cover known defects—and what you can do about it. This in-depth automotive guide breaks down warranty loopholes, TSBs vs. recalls, consumer rights, and effective strategies to get your repair approved. Learn how to fight back, document your case, and understand your true coverage so you’re never caught off guard at the service counter again.

These car brands are known by mechanics for frequent breakdowns, with common issues ranging from engine failures and transmission problems to electrical system faults.

You glance at your speed. Then at the cars around you. Then back at your speed again. Nothing adds up. You were only going 10 mph over the limit—and you weren’t even the fastest car on the road. You weren’t driving aggressively either. So why on earth were you pulled over?

Getting a ticket while fully stopped at a red light sounds ridiculous. You’re not doing anything aggressive, not speeding, not even moving—so how could it possibly count as distracted driving?

Gas truck or Tesla Cybertruck? This fun, easy-to-read guide breaks down towing, range, price, charging, maintenance, and daily usability to help truck buyers decide which option truly fits their lifestyle.

You finally get the repair estimate, and then comes the twist. Your insurer wants to use aftermarket parts instead of original equipment manufacturer parts. The short answer is that sometimes you can refuse, but it depends heavily on your state, your policy, and the specific part involved.

You were in a small accident, but the visible damage doesn’t look too bad. Then the body shop calls and says something that makes your stomach drop: your EV battery may have hidden damage, and replacement could cost thousands of dollars. Now you’re stuck wondering if this is a legitimate safety concern, or are you being steered toward an unnecessary (and wildly expensive) repair?

You finally picked up your car after an accident repair. You expected to feel relieved but instead, you notice the paint doesn’t quite match in certain light, and one of the body panels doesn’t sit flush like it used to. So, what are your rights here? Can you actually demand that the body shop redo the work, or are you stuck with a repair that looks almost right but not quite?

If your car’s sound system breaks, throwing on headphones feels like an easy fix. Plenty of drivers do it without thinking twice. Well, as many people are finding out, the truth is that this harmless habit isn’t as safe or as legal as most people assume. But it isn't always black or white either.

You finally found it. The price felt right, the seller seemed decent, and the test drive didn’t set off any alarms. Then the very next day, the car gives out like it had this planned all along. Now you’re left staring at a driveway ornament and wondering if “as-is” means you’re completely stuck.