car tips

My cousin has never changed the oil in his car. It's been going now for 8,000 miles. I thought you were supposed to change every 5,000 miles?

Is changing your oil every 5,000 miles still necessary? We break down modern oil change intervals, what happens if you wait 8,000 miles, and how overdue oil changes can quietly damage your engine.
February 9, 2026 Jack Hawkins
Internal - Ev Debate

My wife really wants to buy an EV this year. But I think we should stick with gasoline—EVs just aren't there yet for me. Who's right?

My wife wants to buy an electric vehicle, but I think gasoline cars still make more sense. We break down the EV vs. gas debate with real-world pros, cons, and lifestyle considerations to find out who’s actually right.
February 9, 2026 Jack Hawkins
Miami, FL/USA - January 2019: Editorial Shoot of the red vehicle

Want To Be Better With Money This Year? Avoid These Value-Dropping Cars

If you’re trying to make better money decisions this year, depreciation is the sneaky bill that shows up after the “great deal” high wears off. Some cars don’t just lose value—they drop it like a bad habit, turning yesterday’s splurge into today’s trade-in reality check. The goal here isn’t to dunk on anyone’s taste (drive what you love), but to help you spot models that can quietly torch your long-term costs.
February 7, 2026 J. Clarke
Car troubles

Car Battery Mistakes That Leave Drivers Stranded

Most battery failures aren’t random. They’re caused by tiny mistakes drivers make over time. If you want your battery to last, these are the bad habits you should avoid.
February 2, 2026 Peter Kinney

I told my son to warm up his car when it’s freezing out, but he said it doesn’t matter. I’ve heard other guys say this too. Who’s right?

Today's cars don't need to be warmed up like cars did decades ago, but there's more to the story than that.
February 4, 2026 J.D. Blackwell