Google News

The Short Answer Is Less Scary Than It Sounds

My friend told me my battery could fail if I leave my new hybrid parked for several months. Are hybrids worse for occasional drivers than gas?

Your friend is not completely wrong, but the full story is a lot less dramatic. Hybrids do not automatically become bad choices for occasional drivers just because they sit for weeks or even a few months. The real risk usually comes down to which battery you mean, how long the car sits, and whether it is stored the right way.
October 20, 2026 Miles Brucker
Yellow Jeep Car 70s, Man in foreground

Cars Baby Boomers Loved In The 1970s That Would’ve Survived The Zombie Apocalypse

The streets are deserted, the grocery stores are empty, and something outside is chewing on the mailman. Time to grab the car keys. But which keys? Some of those old 70s favorites are suddenly looking like much better choices than some others—and a few will definitely surprise you.
October 20, 2026 Jesse Singer
American Boomer woman driving in Europe

Americans Should Know That These “Normal” Driving Things They Do Are Illegal In Europe

The rental car has four wheels, an automatic transmission and a cupholder roughly the size of a thimble. How different could driving it really be? Very different. Some completely ordinary American driving habits are prohibited across large parts of Europe, and “but everyone does that back home” is not much of a defense.
October 20, 2026 Jesse Singer
AI-generated image of man beside white 1963 Chevrolet Corvette Z06 Big Tank

Rare Factory Versions Of Famous American Cars That Most Drivers Never Knew Existed

Discover rare factory versions of famous American cars, from forgotten Ford Mustangs and Dodge Chargers to ultra-rare Chevrolet Camaros, ranked by production numbers from least to most exclusive.
October 19, 2026 Peter Kinney
Man in front of car with a dent in the side

My insurer raised my rate after someone hit my parked car. I wasn’t even in it—how can that be my fault?

Your car was parked. You were somewhere else. Then somebody hit it, and somehow your insurance bill became the next thing taking a hit. You weren’t speeding, distracted, or even driving. So before you accept that higher price, there’s something your insurer needs to explain.
October 19, 2026 Jesse Singer
1967 Ford Shelby Mustang GT500

Every Car From Gone In 60 Seconds—Ranked

Gone in 60 Seconds (2000) gave us one of the most iconic car heist films of all time, packed with adrenaline-pumping action and an unforgettable lineup of 50 exotic and classic rides.
October 19, 2026 Allison Robertson
Federercars-Int

Roger Federer’s Million Dollar Car Collection Is A Smash Hit

Roger Federer isn't just a legend on the tennis court, he's also known for his impressive collection of luxury cars. Let's check 'em out!
October 19, 2026 Ella Mason
AI-generated image of a man concerned about his car financing.

The dealership put the wrong income on my paperwork. Now they’re saying I must pay thousands of dollars or give the car back. What should I do?

You signed the paperwork and drove off the lot thinking everything was locked in. But now the dealership is calling you back saying your income was listed incorrectly on the loan application, and suddenly the deal is falling apart. So what’s actually going on here, and what can you do about it? Let’s break it down.
October 17, 2026 Quinn Mercer
AI-generated image of a man worried about his buy here/pay here car financing terms.

My buy here/pay here dealer keeps adding late fees and extra charges I don’t understand. Are they allowed to do that?

Buy here/pay here financing is already expensive enough without mysterious charges appearing every time you check the account. Some of those charges may be legitimate. Others may not be. Here's how to tell the difference.
October 16, 2026 Peter Kinney
AI-generated image of a man worried about his foreign EV being totaled by insurance.

My foreign EV was in a relatively minor accident, but the insurance company wants to total it because repair support is limited. Can I challenge that?

The bumper is cracked, one headlight is broken, and maybe a fender is bent. Nothing about the accident looks catastrophic, yet the adjuster is talking about totaling the entire EV because replacement parts and repair support are difficult to find. That can feel absurd when the car still drives, but an imported EV can make dealing with a seemingly ordinary collision a lot more complex.
October 16, 2026 Peter Kinney


✕