car tips

Nissan Altima

Five Cars With The Highest Premiums

Turns out that the type of vehicle you are driving can have more of an impact on your car insurance premium than any hiccups in your driving history.
July 7, 2023 Kaddy Gibson
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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.
May 6, 2026 Quinn Mercer
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
Electric car charging

How Much Electric Car Range Do You Need?

If you're on the fence about getting an electric car and want to make sure it can go the distance, check out these quick tips.
July 2, 2023 Kaddy Gibson
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My car’s safety sensors keep malfunctioning in heavy rain and snow. Is this new tech really ready for real weather?

Car safety sensors can struggle in heavy rain, snow, ice, and slush. Learn why ADAS features malfunction, when to seek repairs, and whether today’s driver-assistance technology is truly ready for real-world weather.
July 23, 2026 Jack Hawkins
A bearded man wearing a hoodie and knitted cap driving a car, focused and attentive.

My car’s lane-centering system keeps fighting me on poorly marked roads. Can I get it uninstalled?

You're driving down a familiar road when the steering wheel suddenly nudges you toward the center of the lane, even though you're exactly where you want to be. If your car's lane-centering system seems to argue with you on poorly marked roads, you're definitely not alone. The good news is that these systems are designed with safety in mind, but the answer to whether you can remove them is more complicated than a simple yes or no.
August 1, 2026 J. Clarke