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Alan Jones, Grand Prix of Monaco, 18 May 1980

Great F1 Drivers Baby Boomers Loved That Most Millennials Haven't Even Heard Of

Ask a younger Formula 1 fan about Lewis Hamilton, Max Verstappen, Ayrton Senna, or Michael Schumacher and they'll probably have plenty to say. Ask them about some of the stars who came before them, though, and you might get a blank stare. Which is a shame, because some of the toughest, fastest, and most entertaining drivers in F1 history have slowly faded from public memory.
June 24, 2026 Jesse Singer
Woman displeased with body shop repairs.

The body shop repaired my car’s damage, but the paint doesn’t match and there’s a noticeable gap between panels. Can I demand a redo?

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?
February 24, 2026 Peter Kinney
Man standing next to auto repair shop

I bought a vehicle with advanced driver assistance systems, but my repair costs are so expensive. Is that just going to get worse?

Discover why ADAS repair costs are soaring for modern vehicles. Learn how sensors, cameras, calibrations, insurance claims, and advanced safety technology impact ownership costs and whether expenses will continue rising.
June 24, 2026 Alex Summers
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My mechanic says manufacturers intentionally make simple repairs harder every year. Is that actually happening?

If your mechanic says simple repairs seem harder than they used to, there is real evidence behind the complaint. Modern vehicles pack in more electronics, tighter packaging, and more software controls than cars from even 10 or 15 years ago. That does not mean every automaker is deliberately trying to punish owners, but it does mean many routine jobs now take more time, more tools, and more training.
June 24, 2026 Carl Wyndham
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My wife insists every family needs a brand-new vehicle for safety. It's so expensive—is the safety gap between new and old cars really that big?

Few garage arguments get heated faster than this one. One spouse says only a brand-new vehicle is safe enough for the family, while the other looks at the monthly payment and winces. The good news is that the truth is more nuanced than either extreme, and the data gives us a much clearer answer.
June 24, 2026 Miles Brucker

When I bought my new car, it came with a dummy tire for emergencies. I just went to change the tire after a flat, and it was flat too. What can I do?

Your new car’s emergency spare tire is flat too? Learn what to do safely, when to call roadside assistance, how to deal with the dealer, and how to prevent this frustrating problem from happening again.
June 24, 2026 Jack Hawkins
AI-generated image of a man worried about repairs for his parked car.

My car sat unused for a year, and I didn't realize it would need so much expensive maintenance to get it back on the road. Are all cars like this?

Many owners assume a parked car is a preserved car. Then the mechanic starts listing dead batteries, flat-spotted tires, and other expensive maintenance problems.
June 24, 2026 Peter Kinney
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Inside The Heart-Stopping World Of Motocross Freestyle

Motocross was already wild enough on its own, but some riders looked at dirt tracks, jumps, and roaring bikes and thought, “What if we made this even crazier?” That’s basically how freestyle motocross, or FMX, found its groove. Instead of chasing lap times, riders started chasing bigger tricks, smoother style, and the kind of airborne moments that make crowds hold their breath.
June 24, 2026 J. Clarke

My extended warranty won’t cover a known defect. Isn’t that what extended warranties are for?

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.
December 15, 2025 Jack Hawkins

My car's advanced electronics failed, and repairs required specialized equipment my mechanic couldn't afford. Is that in all cars now?

Modern cars are packed with advanced electronics, sensors, and driver-assistance systems. Here’s why repairs now require specialized tools, why some mechanics cannot service every system, and what drivers should know before buying or repairing a tech-heavy vehicle.
June 23, 2026 Jack Hawkins

I just found out that my mechanic used AI to diagnose my car's problems. Can I really trust him, or should I go somewhere else?

Can you trust a mechanic who uses AI to diagnose your car? Learn how AI diagnostic tools work, when they help, when to worry, and how to spot a trustworthy repair shop.
June 23, 2026 Jack Hawkins