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18 Weird Car Features

Uncover 18 weird car features you didn’t know you might have. From extra traction control and lane assist to hidden umbrella holders and ambient lighting, find out which features your new car might have that you were not aware of.
January 16, 2025 Allison Robertson
Woman with electric vehicle in garage.

After a small accident, the shop says my EV battery may have hidden damage and needs an expensive replacement. Is that really necessary?

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?
March 3, 2026 Peter Kinney
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

NASCAR Drivers Who Died On The Track

Although safety has been an ever-evolving goal for NASCAR, danger in this sport is an ever-existing issue. Let’s take a moment to remember some of the incredible drivers who lost their lives on the track.
March 26, 2025 Jennifer McDougall
Mechanic with his arms crossed standing in front of a car garage.

I'm a mechanic with a large garage. Next door, there's a guy doing oil changes for $50 out of his driveway. I'm losing customers. What can I do?

A mechanic with a full garage is losing customers to a neighbor doing $50 driveway oil changes. Here’s how to compete without racing to the bottom.
May 1, 2026 Jack Hawkins
man standing in front of EV resale plot with a questioning look

My friend insists EV owners are getting ripped off on resale. I was thinking of getting one, but now I'm not sure. Is that really happening?

If you've done much research in EVs, you've probably heard the line already. EV owners, some critics say, get crushed when it is time to sell. The truth is more complicated.
May 1, 2026 Carl Wyndham
confused and frustrated man in dealership

The dealer added $5,000 in fees after we agreed on the price. When I pushed back, he just said "Everyone pays this." Do they really?

You agree on a number, shake hands, and think the hard part is over. Then the finance office slides over a contract stuffed with thousands in extra charges and says, “everyone pays this.” That moment is common enough that federal regulators, state attorneys general, and consumer advocates have all warned shoppers about it.
May 1, 2026 Miles Brucker

There's kids across the street doing burnouts in the parking lot at all hours. Is there anything I can do about the noise?

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.
April 30, 2026 Jack Hawkins

Rowan Atkinson’s Car Collection

Famed English comedian Rowan Atkinson may look slow and plodding in many of his roles—but the actor behind Mr. Bean has a real need for speed!
March 11, 2025 Peter Kinney

America's Iconic Pony Cars

The first Ford Mustang was driven off the lot in 1964, marking the start of the pony car era—but it's not the only icon from this time of American auto ingenuity.
November 29, 2024 Julian Karas
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Top Mistakes Beginner RVers Make (And Regret)

From maintenance misses to layout oversights, these RV mistakes can cost thousands and sour your first adventures.
October 14, 2025 Allison Robertson