Flipboard 2025 Car Tips

The neighbor leaves for work every morning. His EV charger stays behind. So if someone nearby needs a little extra range and the charger is just sitting there...what’s the harm in plugging in for a while? The answer depends on more than whether the homeowner notices.

If you’re a car owner, keeping things in tip-top shape not only helps your vehicle last longer, but also contributes to your safety on the road.

Your retired parents drive less than ever, yet their car still costs money every month. Insurance, registration, depreciation, maintenance, and possible loan interest continue while it sits. Falling fuel spending can disguise how little the total ownership bill has changed.

Discover why sensor-equipped windshield replacements and ADAS calibration can raise repair bills and car insurance premiums, plus what drivers should check before filing a glass claim or choosing coverage options.

A new SUV with huge wheels can look fantastic in the showroom and feel considerably less impressive after its first serious pothole encounter. Large-diameter wheels are commonly paired with low-profile tires, which leave less sidewall between the pavement and the rim. Tire Rack says these combinations are more vulnerable to pothole and curb impacts than taller-profile tires. The problem is therefore real, even when the wheels and tires came installed from the factory.

Modern connected cars can remember far more than a traditional seat position. Driver profiles can store settings for seats, mirrors, climate controls, navigation, media, displays, and driving preferences. That sounds perfect for a shared family vehicle until the wrong profile loads and the car confidently prepares itself for somebody else.

Retirement often brings a welcome change of pace. Daily commuting disappears, errands become more flexible, and many people find themselves driving far fewer miles each week. It is natural to assume that lower mileage will lead to dramatically lower ownership costs.

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.

One second the roof looked normal, and the next there was a deafening bang followed by broken glass. Now the dealer says it’s an insurance issue, while you’re wondering why a factory-installed roof wouldn’t fall under the warranty.

Remember the family cars that ruled suburban driveways in the 1980s, from wood-paneled wagons to boxy sedans and practical hatchbacks now rarely seen.