A new set of tires can be a significant investment. High-quality tires for a speedy sports car or rugged SUV can easily run over $500 per set and are sometimes more than $500 per tire. So if you can extend the life of your tires and not have to buy a new set, you can save some serious cash. Continue reading
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Your Noisy Brakes: They’re Telling You Something — Do You Know What?
Having noisy brakes on your car could indicate a problem or just be a minor annoyance. Considering how important brakes are to your safety, though, you’re better off knowing exactly what your noisy brakes are trying to tell you. Continue reading
Your Leased Car Has Been Stolen – Now What?
Several hundred thousand cars are stolen each year. And though there are things you can do to make auto theft less likely, there’s always a chance that you may one day find yourself a victim. Continue reading
Getting Another Car? Key Safety Features to Consider
Today’s cars are gradually becoming safer, as new car safety features are invented, improved or become standard equipment on more and more vehicles. Continue reading
You’re an Older Driver and Looking for a Car? 5 Features to Consider
An older driver often has different needs and preferences than, say, a newly licensed teen driver. And some cars are more senior-friendly than others. Continue reading
Thwarting Summertime Auto Theft: Start Following These 5 Tips Now
Auto theft is a big problem. More than 700,000 vehicles are stolen every year, resulting in $4.5 billion in annual losses. Forty-four percent of all stolen vehicles are never recovered, and those that are often require expensive repairs. Continue reading
Before You Take Over That Car Lease: What You’ll Need to Know
Taking over a car lease can be a great way to get a newer car with low monthly payments and no long-term commitments. Before you do take over a car lease, though, there are several details about it that you’ll need to find out. Continue reading
Car Repair vs. Car Replacement: How to Tell You’ve Hit the Law of Diminishing Returns
To repair or to replace? That is the question. No car can last forever, so at some point car replacement becomes a necessity. However, the expense and hassle of sudden necessary car repairs leave many drivers wishing they had traded in their old vehicles sooner. Continue reading
Prepping Your Car for Summer Driving: An 8-Point To-Do List
Summer is the season for driving. Whether you’re embarking on a cross-country vacation or just taking your roadster out on the town, you’ll want to make sure that your car is properly prepped for summer driving. Continue reading
Considering a Convertible? The Upside and the Downside
Few driving experiences are more enjoyable than taking a sporty convertible out on the road on a beautiful, sunny day. If you’re considering a convertible, though, you should carefully weigh the pros and cons to determine if it’s the right car for you. Continue reading