car tips

Many newer vehicles, including some with advanced driver-assistance or self-driving features, now monitor driver attention in an effort to reduce fatigue-related crashes. But while these systems can be remarkably sophisticated, they aren't mind readers.

You wash your car, wax the paint, and step back expecting it to look great. Then your eyes go straight to the gray, chalky plastic trim that makes the whole vehicle seem older than it really is. The good news is that faded trim is one of the most common cosmetic problems on modern cars, and in many cases it can be significantly improved.

I bought my pickup truck thinking it would be the perfect vehicle for the occasional home project, furniture haul, or weekend trailer trip. I never expected that the real shock would come every time I pulled up to the gas pump, where routine fill ups started taking a bigger bite out of my budget than I had ever imagined. If you've ever wondered whether the convenience of owning a truck is really worth the ongoing fuel costs, the answer may surprise you.

Replacing your tires with the same size can still change fuel economy. Learn how rolling resistance, tire pressure, tread design, weight, and construction affect gas mileage and overall driving efficiency.