Car Car Tips & Other News

Avoid Fuming Beside An Overheated Engine

We see it every summer. Some poor commuter with their hazard lights on and hood up, white steam billowing from the engine. Here’s how to avoid it happening to you.

Easy Ways To Reduce Teen Text Distractions

It’s no secret teens adore their smartphones. The trouble is getting them to put it down while driving. Some researchers believe incentives could slash the rate of texting and driving among teens.

A Gob of Clay Takes That Gritty Feel Away

You’re cruising with the window down and left hand on the driver’s side door when it hits you: The paint feels like Braille. Time for a clay bar, an item great at restoring that showroom feel.

Family Fun in Tow: Trailers for Summer

Even drivers of smaller vehicles can enjoy the perks of life on the open road.

There’s only a few things you need to remember when shopping for a trailer and tow hitch.

Don't Let Summer Put Brakes On Your Travel Plans

The trunk’s loaded and tank's full of gas. Yet, there's more to getting ready than loading up the family for the Great American Adventure.

Did you leave time for a brake system inspection?

Are Your Tires Ready For Those Hot Roads?

We ask a lot of our tires, especially throughout summer.

Here are some tips to get better performance and longer wear from critical safety equipment--your vehicle tires.

Help Your A/C Keep Its Cool All Summer Long

A frosty air conditioner on a blistering summer afternoon provides one of life’s greatest comforts.

Here’s what you need to do to keep those vents blowing cold air all summer long.

How to Avoid Troubles With Tread

Tires are made to do one thing--grip the road. Is your tread ready for the searing heat this summer? Find out how to choose the right tread for your spring and summer driving.

Banish Bug Gunk From Paint, Windows

Drive through a swarm of bugs one hot summer night and it looks as if Jackson Pollock painted your vehicle. Insect remains ruin vehicle surfaces and cause permanent damage if ignored. Here's how to handle that pesky problem.