Car Care and Buying 2017
12 Stories • Available September 2017
How Low Can They Go?
Haggling down a price can be very uncomfortable and unsuccessful without the proper tools. But learning the tricks could save you thousands of dollars on a new or used car. With this information
Time For A Trade
You're driving home from the auto shop ... carefully. They say your car's axle and suspension system will be fine until the repair on Friday, as long as you don't brake or accelerate abruptly, hi
Dash Distraction
When you think about distracted driving, you probably think about drivers using their phones while on the road. But these days, phones aren't the only diversion in the car. That's because new car
Inner Beauty
Having a tidy vehicle interior is important, and not just for the sake of neatness and organization. There are other benefits, too. "Keeping your vehicle's interior clean can help with resale v
It's Electric
Mpgs are so last century. With more and more automobile manufacturers offering electric vehicles, the conversation has turned to mpcs -- miles per charge -- along with plug-in opportunities and s
Chipped Away
Whether it's a small chip, a deep scratch, or more serious damage to your vehicle's paint, fix it as soon as possible, says Kim Shirley, owner of Kim's Auto Body Inc. "The big thing is rust." D
Ensuring You're Insured
A common complaint is that the cost of insurance is high, but without insurance, if the unexpected were to happen, your losses could be even costlier. Knowing what your needs are might be the bes
Roadside Assistance
Choosing the right roadside assistance membership program requires a careful evaluation. Many programs target specific populations, such as RV drivers or drivers of environmentally friendly vehic
What's That Sound?
Cars make lots of sounds -- idling, revving, cruising -- but some noises aren't normal. Take it seriously when you hear unusual sounds like rattling, whistling or knocking. "Any time you have a
So Tired
We've all seen those wrinkled rubber remnants of blown-out tires crawling across the interstate. Tire blowouts are one of the top causes of auto accidents, especially during summer road trip seas
Taking It Back
Chrysler, the company that invented minivans, is the last of the Big Three to still have a minivan in its lineup. GM and Ford long ago retired form the field, effectively ceding this market to t
Cash Is King
An automobile is a major purchase, and it's the consumer purchase most likely to put a major kink into your financial situation. Here are the three rules to follow when buying a car: RULE 1.
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