Tips & Tricks
Buying a car is expensive enough, right? Then the dealership hits you with all these random fees. It's enough to make you scream. So, let's break down what to watch for, so you don't walk
So, you can vote, join the army... but you can't rent wheels? Welcome to the frustrating world of car rentals if you're under 25. Here's the lowdown:The BS Reason: Insurance comp
We all want a car that won't leave us stranded on the side of the road, right? But how do you actually know which cars are built to last, and which ones... aren't? Dealerships aren't alway
Brake lights are SO important. They keep you from getting rear-ended, and honestly, it's just rude to drive around with broken lights! Testing them a couple of times a year is a good idea, especia
We all dream of cheap fuel, right? Especially something renewable, maybe even stuff people just throw away. That's why the idea of running your car on leftover cooking oil sounds awesome. Some fol
You know that feeling – you hop into a brand-new car, and BAM! That smell hits you. It's not like flowers or anything, but it's definitely... a THING. It's the smell of a big purchas
Okay, those summer road trips get expensive, so here's the age-old question: do you blast the AC, or roll down those windows and hope for the best? Turns out, the answer isn't so simple.He
You know that feeling, right? You pull up to a red light and magically, BOOM, it turns green seconds later. But other times, you feel like you've been sitting there forever! How do those lights ev
Okay, so only a small chunk of new cars really need premium gas. The rest of us? We're just kinda throwing our money away with those fancy pumps. Like, billions of dollars a year kinda wasted.
Okay, honestly, this whole "gas cars are evil, we all need electrics" thing is driving me a little nuts. Don't get me wrong, I care about the environment, but some of us old-car lovers a
Okay, Easter traffic is the WORST. They're predicting a gazillion cars on the road this year, which means those usual bottlenecks are gonna be total nightmares. But listen, we don't have to ju
Okay, here's the deal with mid-grade gasoline: it's one of the biggest scams in the car world. Most of us have stared at the pumps, wondering if we're cheaping out on our cars by getting r
Okay, we love our EVs, but those batteries can be kinda picky. To keep them running strong for years, we need to follow some basic rules – nothing crazy, but it's worth knowing.Jason ove
Okay, we were Team Google for YEARS. Gmail, Android phones...we were all in. But it's time to admit it: Apple Maps is secretly way better – and it protects our privacy, too.Let's fac
We know car insurance feels like a major rip-off lately, with those prices skyrocketing. Luckily, Consumer Reports has some tips to help us take back control and save some cash.Some of these are t
Okay, road tripping isn't just about blasting past boring scenery. We want those twisty, scenic routes that make you and your car feel ALIVE. Luckily, North Carolina's got some hidden gems, fr
Seriously, there's zero shame in not being a car wizard, but there are some basic skills every self-respecting car person should have under their belt. Let's break it down, starting with easy
Seriously, cars are a freakin' money pit these days. New, used... it seems like they're all designed to suck our bank accounts dry. And sure, new models have all those cool gadgets and safety
Okay, let's be real. Parallel parking has a reputation for making perfectly normal people want to crawl under their cars and hide. But here's the secret: it's mostly a head game. You CAN m
Rust is a total pain. One minute your car's fine, the next it's failing its inspection because you could practically poke your finger through the floorboards. Underseal is one way to fight bac
