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      CARS

      Nutty in more ways than one.

      Move Over, Oscar Mayer—Planters Is Looking for “Peanutters” to Drive Its NUTmobile

      The Wienermobile isn’t the only evocatively named (and shaped) food-branded vehicle cruising around the country.

      Ellen Gutoskey

      Kalanianaole Highway hugs the coast near Honolulu, Hawaii.

      The 10 Best and Worst States for Drivers in 2023

      If your commute is a nightmare, blame where you live.

      Michele Debczak

      You should always keep an ice scraper in your car during winter.

      The Right Way to Use an Ice Scraper on Your Car

      This winter, take advantage of a feature on your ice scraper you may be ignoring.

      Michele Debczak



      Turns out, those weird shapes actually serve a pretty big function.

      What Are Those Circles and Squares on My Car’s Bumper?

      Those funky circles and squares you might see on a car’s bumper aren’t just for show—they actually come in handy if you ever need your car towed.

      Chris Corlew


      This person doesn't know about the onion thing.

      Frost on Your Car’s Windshield? An Onion Can Prevent It

      Icy windshields can delay your trip, but not if you have an onion handy.

      Jake Rossen


      What's that round thing about to hit that guy?

      What 18 Symbols On Your Car’s Dashboard Mean

      When something goes wrong with your car, a curious-looking icon illuminates on the dashboard. But what those symbols mean isn’t always obvious.

      Nick Greene


      Make sure you have enough rope!

      Simple Tricks for Safely Tying a Christmas Tree to Your Car

      Before taking your annual trip to the Christmas tree farm, make a game plan for getting your tree home safely.

      Michele Debczak
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