car maintenance

Cars

“Lemon law” and how it protects your purchase

When life gives you lemons, make lemonade. When your dealer gives you a lemon, all the sugar in the world isn't going to replace...

Cars

What to do when you need a tow

Nobody plans to have their vehicle towed, but the reality is — towing happens. In 2012, leading roadside service provider AAA towed...

Cars

How to jump-start a dead battery

When your car is dead, so is your day (at least to an extent). So to avoid losing time out of your schedule, you either have to call...

Cars

How to change a flat tire

We all know the classic image of a damsel in distress, but let’s face it — you're just not that kind of chick. Rather than rely on...

Cars

What was that?!: Car sounds and what they mean

If your car is making strange noises, it may be trying to tell you something about its health. Car experts give us the lowdown on...

Cars

Inflate your tires like a pro

When it comes to cars, nothing will keep you from reaching your destination like a flat tire. And if you have no idea how to inflate...

Cars

Talk to your mechanic man-to-man

It can be intimidating for a woman to walk into an auto repair shop. All that dirt, grease and testosterone has a way of making a...

Cars

Easy ways to pimp your ride

Pimp it out by adding fun and functional accessories to your car!

Cars

Keep that body clean with the right car wash

You spent a fortune on your vehicle, so why wouldn't you want it to always look its very best? Proper washing and drying techniques...

Cars

Taking care of your car — a year at a glance

Your car needs a little TLC from you -- and not just when you take it in for its scheduled maintenance checkup. With some regular...

Cars

5 Car lessons from my dad, who is also a mechanic

Women in general tend to get a bad rap for being clueless about cars, but thanks to their mechanic dads, these five lucky ladies...

Cars

Tire terminology cheat sheet

Your family's safety on the road begins with your tires. They provide traction for your car and cushion occupants from shock, while...

Cars

Be road-trip ready

Ah, the joys of the open road! You've packed your snacks, plugged in your playlist and taken the kids to the bathroom (again) — but...

Cars

How to choose the right tires for you

The tires on your vehicle are very important to your safety, the smoothness of your ride and the number of miles you drive annually....

Road Trips & Air Travel

Car maintenance tips for moms

Moms on the go spend a tremendous amount of time in the car so when your vehicle breaks down, it can be a disaster. No one is...

Family Travel

Memorial Day weekend travel tips

Memorial Day is the perfect weekend to get out of town for enjoying the sun, water and sand. However, you're likely to find yourself...

Gadgets, Electronics & Automotive

To haggle or not to haggle? New way to buy a new car

One Price - No Haggle may be coming to a showroom near you as the Web makes prices more transparent and dealers try to cater to...