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The Reason Why the Gas Pump Nozzle Is Always Shutting Off on You
It never fails. You stop to refuel and the gas pump takes on a mind of its own. Here's why it keeps interrupting your flow.
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The 10 Best (and Worst) Cities for Buying a Used Car
Sticker shock isn't always a given. Check out 10 cities where you might wind up paying less than the national average for a used car.
Motor Con: How Liz Carmichael and Her Dale Car Took Everyone for a Ride
In 1975, upstart automaker Liz Carmichael promised a $2000 car with a space-age body and incredible fuel economy. The only problem? It didn't exist.
The Reason Police Officers Tap Your Taillight When They Pull You Over
The practice dates back decades.
12 Common Reasons Your Car Won’t Start
Before you slam your head or hands on the wheel, take a look at these common reasons for an inoperable car and what you might be able to do about them.
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.
The 10 Best and Worst States for Drivers in 2023
If your commute is a nightmare, blame where you live.
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.
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.
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.
The Most Expensive Car Ever Sold Is 67 Years Old and Cost $143 Million
There are only two Mercedes-Benz Uhlenhaut Coupés in the world, and owning one of them means writing a big check.
There’s Never Been a Crash Test Dummy Modeled After a Woman—Until Now
With women more likely to suffer fatal injuries in auto accidents, a new and more accurate crash dummy model could save lives.
When Micro Machines Took Off
The thumbnail-sized cars were a hit thanks in large part to John Muschitta Jr., the world's fastest-talking pitchman.
The Surprising Reason Your Car’s Back Windows Don’t Open All the Way
There are some cars with back windows that open fully—but here’s why they’re not more common.
The 15 Most Overpriced New Cars on the Market Right Now
Are new cars selling above their MSRP? Yes—and none more so than the Jeep Wrangler.
We Tried It: The Luno Air Mattress 2.0 Makes Car Camping a Breeze
The Luno Air Mattress 2.0 is designed to make car camping comfortable. Here's what we learned after testing it ourselves.
Why Do Car Steering Wheels Feel Sticky?
Other than when you spill a Big Gulp on them, we mean.
10 Women Automotive Pioneers
Since the earliest days of motoring, there have been women determined to compete with men at the highest levels.
How Much Horsepower Does a Horse Have?
If you thought the answer was "one," we were right there with you. But we'd both be wrong.
Gas Stations Can Now Put a $175 Hold on Your Credit or Debit Card—Here's How to Avoid It
A credit hold can lead to overdraft fees or card rejections, bringing new meaning to the phrase "pain at the pump."
Disney’s App Will Soon Make Sure You Never Again Lose Your Car in Their Byzantine Parking Lots
Because hunting for your lost car in a Disney World parking lot puts quite a damper on being in the happiest place on Earth.
Why Do Some License Plates Feature a Gold Star?
The Gold Star Family license plate has its roots in a custom that began during World War I.
Can You Name All the Cars-Related Movies Referenced in This Image?
If you know your cinematic vehicles, see how many you can spot in this illustration.
In Florida, It Will Soon Be Illegal to Have Your Car Stereo Turned Up Too Loud
The statute targets cars blaring music that can be heard 25 feet away. Critics say it's just a sneaky way to pull suspicious vehicles over.