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Are Run-Flat Tires Getting Better?
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You may have heard about run-flat tires, which are designed to allow you to continue driving for up to 50 miles after a puncture occurs.
Should I Use Fuel Injector Cleaner?
You’re walking down the aisle of your local auto-parts store and you happen to notice the shelf full of fuel-system cleaners. They might be nestled between oil additives and those bottles of goo designed to quiet noisy engines. The packaging looks nice and the price is usually right, but is this stuff a necessary maintenance…
Top 10 Cheapest Vehicles to Insure
Car insurance is a necessary evil, an extra expense you really can’t drive without. Coverage is important both to protect yourself and others when the unexpected inevitably happens.
Should I Buy A Car With A Rebuilt Engine?
In certain cases, it might be ok, but probably not.
What is Diesel Exhaust Fluid?
Diesel engines are something of a mystery to many drivers, especially in North America where gasoline is the king of motoring fuels. Of course compression-ignition has a host of benefits compared to spark plug-equipped powerplants, not the least of which is dramatically better efficiency.
10 Things Your Insurance Company Knows About You
Your insurance company can’t verify the annual mileage you drive, your marital status or who in your household drives your car, so why do they ask those questions when it comes to getting an insurance provider?
What Really Goes On at Dealerships Part II
Whether they deserve it or not, dealerships often have less-than-favorable reputations.
How to Sell Your Car
There are a number of options out there to help you sell your car, turning a usually frustrating experience into something far more manageable.
See Around Corners with Dynamic eHorizon
For millennia man has tried to see into the future.
Must-Have Car Features for Expectant Parents
There may be no greater joy in life than knowing a newborn is on the way.
Is Carbon Buildup a Problem With Direct-Injection Engines?
Direct injection offers numerous benefits over port fuel delivery but could it be a bigger headache than it’s worth?
How to Test Drive a Used Car
Shopping for a used car can be tricky if not downright intimidating. Nobody wants to be ripped off.
Are Turbocharged Engines Reliable?
Turbochargers are becoming more and more popular. Automakers are constantly looking for ways to improve their fuel-economy figures without sacrificing performance and these little exhaust-driven blowers can really help out.
Are Japanese Cars Really Reliable?
Japanese automakers including Toyota, Lexus, Honda and Acura are often seen as makers of long-lasting, reliable cars. But do all cars from Japanese automakers feature extraordinary reliability?
Do You Have to Change Your Oil Every 3,000 Miles?
To quickly answer the inquiry posed in this article’s title, NO! Modern vehicles do not need to have their crankcase lubricant exchanged every 3,000 miles. However, there are caveats and you need to be aware of them. We’ll explore these in greater detail after the jump so go ahead and click the link. We’ll wait…
Are Hybrids Reliable?
With essentially two powertrains under the hood and a number of additional electric components, gas-electric hybrids are without a doubt complex vehicles. But that doesn’t necessarily mean that they’re prone to breaking down.
What Really Goes on at Car Dealerships
You probably loathe car salespeople. Most of us do and in many instances they probably deserve their sullied reputation.
American Auto Loans hit Record Levels
No, you’re not imagining things. Both new- and used-vehicle prices are on the rise and American motorists are paying more than ever to purchase cars and trucks.
Tips From a Salesman on How to Buy a Car
Buying or leasing a new vehicle can be terribly stressful. This is understandable because cars and trucks are often the most expensive things people purchase after their homes.
How to Save Big Money on Car Insurance
Looking to lower your car-insurance premium? Aren’t we all? Well, one easy way to cut the cost of coverage is to raise your deductible.
What Does a VIN Do?
Cars and trucks manufactured today receive a vehicle identification number (VIN). These complex alpha-numeric identifiers may seem completely random but in fact they contain a treasure trove of information.
What to do After a Crash
Like an addendum to Murphy’s Law, the unforeseen tends to happen when you least expect it; misfortune is like a lot like a combination ninja/cat burglar/stealth bomber. Glance away for a split second and BAM, something bad happens.
How To Ditch Your Clunker
Getting rid of that eyesore on your lawn or in your garage doesn’t need to be complicated or expensive.
What is Nappa Leather?
From boots to bags and wallets to watch bands, leather is a premium material. In many ways it’s synonymous with luxury. Could you imagine if Prada knitted purses out of yarn or if Rolls-Royce covered its seats with burlap? These ultra-premium products owe much of their appeal to the humble cow.
