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Can your vehicle be towed off your private property just because “It’s a nuisance”?! Discover the surprising excuses some cities resort to in what car owners are saying are illegal towing practices by their police.

Here’s a bad tool design warning for a common tool used by not just mechanics, but DIY car owners as well for changing the fluids in their vehicle.

What’s the go-to getaway car preferred by lawbreakers? Find out with this short historical review of uncatchable cars, plus a currently uncaught “Blacked-Out Charger” that is still on the run from the police

Do you have an eye for counterfeit auto parts? Unless you have a lot of experience ordering parts for your Toyota, you are likely to miss fake look-alikes. Here’s how to inspect a suspect part.

Consumer Reports announces an important recall of all Toyota Rav4 SUVs from 2013-2018. But don’t just check your VIN, do this simple test in addition to ensure your RAV4 is safe.

If you have difficulty entering and exiting your vehicle due to hip, knee, or back pain, this simple-to-use and nearly-free product may help you. The auto cane is a useful tool for those with mobility challenges.

We explain how easy it is to convert your car to having wireless Apple Car Play and wireless charging using no tools and with only a few minutes of your time. The total budget is less than $100.

Here’s a good example of an important warning about how some insurance providers get away with retroactively cancelling insurance policies after an accident has occurred.

If you are looking for the best tire brand for winter 2023, here are the results of a Consumer Reports survey with a focus on the best consumer-recommended tire brands you should choose and those to avoid.

What happens when a car shopper scams an upset used car dealer? Find out what happened and how payback almost blew up in the face of the used car dealer.

You’ve just had new tires mounted to your vehicle, and now you are observing lower fuel economy. Here’s why that happens and why it should not worry you.

Here’s a revealing look at the 2024 Toyota Prius that shows this is not yesteryear’s Prius by any stretch of the imagination.

Which provides the better gasoline for your car---Costco or Sam’s Club? Here’s the latest on which source your car is better off with despite the price at the pump.

It’s fall, and you are enjoying the crisp, cool air. But wait! A warning light has just illuminated on your dashboard, warning of low tire pressure. Don't panic. It may not be a flat tire. Here is what to do.

We polled 20,000 Ford owners and enthusiasts to see what they thought of the Bronco Sport’s auto stop-start feature. For the most part, the opinions were polarized. Here’s how the poll results came out.

Just because your car battery needed a jumpstart does not mean you have to buy a new one immediately. Here’s an important DIY test and maintenance check you should try before considering buying a new battery.

To understand what you really need to look for, here are some insider secrets and tips for shopping at Harbor Freight, including whether dumpster diving at Harbor Freight is ok and if it can be rewarding.

A popular mechanic explains what you should never say or do to any mechanic if you want to save money on your next repair bill and avoid any hard feelings.

Here’s a great recent review of several brands of car jump starters ranging from $59 to $370 with two clear winners for about $100 that make the most sense to buy for your car this winter.

Whether you are the original owner or a used Tacoma shopper, here’s an important engine code error Toyota cannot fix that will cause you problems with the law.

Which V8 engine swap is the best choice for you? The LS, the Gen 3 Hemi, or the Coyote? Find out the pros and cons with this mechanic’s recommendation after having done all three in one car as an example.

Discover what a Prius looks like after “Going Hoonigan.” Plus, watch how a master of his car craft tears through the streets and airspace of Fort Lauderdale and the way car commercials should look today.

We did some research and some testing to determine if premium fuel has any benefit in the Ford Bronco Sport. This is what we found. 

Here is an update of 10 solid, safe, and reliable new models recommended by CR analysts who state that have the lowest transaction price today.

It’s fall and future F-150 owners are watching for prices to lower on the 2023 models to make room for the 2024 models. Find out what deals Ford dealerships are offering today and why it has customers angry.

We test and review the Motorola MA1 Wireless Car Adapter for Android Auto. Unlike some other dongles we have tried, this one works perfectly. 

Here’s an easy and affordable way to winterize your garage with a DIY garage door insulation demo that can make maintaining your car during the winter much easier. Plus, the Thanksgiving kitchen tool that makes this installation a snap.

If you own a Subaru Outback, Crosstrek, Forester, or another all-wheel-drive model and live in snow country, this report is for you. Do you need winter or snow tires with your all-wheel-drive vehicle? I will answer the question.

Looking to buy a new truck or car, but not sure which deals are good, and which are bad? Here’s a recently updated list from Consumer Reports analysts who say that these are the worst deals on new trucks and cars right now.

Should the possibility of a leaking hybrid battery be part of your vehicle maintenance checks? Here’s a Prius with a possible leaking hybrid battery mystery you need to see.