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Here’s your chance to avoid paying too much for a popular make and model with this new listing of small cars, a range of SUVs, and some trucks with a focus on the expensive popular models to avoid and the less expensive models that are smarter car shopping popular alternative choices with some under-the-radar models to consider.

Here’s a simple fix demonstrated by a Ford mechanic where a customer comes in with a worrisome blue exhaust on start-up warning that something is not right with his engine.

Here’s the latest by one mechanic on why you should not overreact right after finding out someone was under your truck with a power saw going after your vehicle’s catalytic converter. Plus, some bonus information on an inexpensive DIY measure you can use to prevent catalytic converter theft.

Despite the vehicle shortage and inflated new car pricing, Consumer Reports’ analysts recently found 10 models that right now are selling below their MSRP sticker price---one of which is a surprising compact pickup truck find.

Looking to buy a new car, but not sure which deals are good, and which are bad? Here’s a recent list from Consumer Reports analysts who found that these two popular makes clearly dominated their findings of the worst deals on new cars right now.

A product called Lemi Shine may help car owners whose headlights are cloudy and dirty.

Here’s how you can find a reliable pre-owned vehicle at a price you can afford with these tips from Consumer Reports analysts along with those makes and models they highly recommend.

For many homeowners, adding an electric vehicle car charger at home is cost prohibitive due to needed service upgrades. A new product may make adding the circuit dramatically more affordable.

We happened past a new Ford F-150 Lightning at a local fall fair. The price was shockingly low. Can this be real?

Here’s the latest Toyota warning from an experienced Toyota and Lexus mechanic who explains what causes Toyota’s with this engine type to unexpectedly shut off while making a turn in traffic.

Looking for reliability in a new car that will take you up to 300,000 miles or longer---if properly maintained? Here is one car expert’s picks that he recommends of which makes and models you should be paying attention to.

Should you ever trust any advice about car repairs provided by TikTok? Find out now with a few examples of truly bad advice, a few questionable ones, and some hacks that work and can actually save you money and time.

Finding the right battery for your vehicle can be challenging and confusing. Here is the least you need to know regarding finding the correct battery for your car among CR’s list of the best car batteries of 2022 that are rated for their performance, their durability, and their price.

Are you spending too much on a poorly performing nitrile glove for car maintenance and repair? Here’s the latest test results after pitting several nitrile glove brands against each other including two Harbor Freight brands that will take the guesswork out of deciding which brand of gloves you should and should not be buying. Plus, why the cheapest brand tested turned out to be the best for particular repairs.

Yes, you read correctly. A Harbor Freight dragster is the topic where readers are treated to a slow-motion view of a Harbor Freight dragster powered by a turbocharge-modified Predator 670cc motor you can buy at Harbor Freight blows up on a speed track after reaching an estimated 8,500 RPMs.

Here’s the latest on a new problem you might find with your Toyota or Lexus vehicle that you can head off with a simple inspection to avoid a sudden and expensive repair. Plus, some common expensive Lexus LS430 problems you will want to be aware of before considering buying a used one.

Many homeowners do not have garages that literally fit the type and number of cars they own. Because of this, cars are open to not just damage from the elements, but theft as well. Here are some parking garage solutions you could outfit your home with including one that is a DIY project that works and is applicable to older neighborhood homes where the garage is workshop sized.

Does a used Toyota Prius with only 150,000 miles on it look like that used car deal you’ve been waiting for? Here’s an example of one mechanic’s warning on why his client should have seen him before buying a Prius because of car sellers who will attempt to keep a poorly maintained vehicle running just long enough to unload it onto someone else.

Need to know just how much cargo room and trunk space most vehicles carry during vehicle comparison shopping? Here’s an update to those numbers car shoppers want to know.

Honda has recently updated and redesigned the 2023 models of the Honda CR-V and Honda HR-V, but which of these two crossovers is the better buy? Find out now with this informative review from a professional car consultant.

Prices on 3-ton floor jacks can range anywhere from less than $100 to as much as $1000 or more, which begs the question: Can a cheaper floor jack perform just as well as the more expensive ones? Find out now some very important aspects of floor jack buying you need to know before buying one; and, which Harbor Freight floor jack to buy and those you will probably want to avoid.

Looking for a used SUV that will save you on fuel, but is still large enough for hauling both passengers and cargo? Now might be a good time to take a look at two-row 5-year-old SUVs with respectable fuel efficiency as a good alternative to other used vehicles per Consumer Reports latest listing of these fuel-efficient used SUVs they recommended today.

Here’s a must-watch impact wrench performance test that pits comparable models of Harbor Freight against Milwaukee and DeWalt power tools that reveals some surprising results that just might change your mind the next time you shop for an impact wrench.

Find out what happened to this Tesla owner’s car after damaging the underside of his Tesla by running over a road hazard as well as other service issues with his Tesla during 4 years of ownership. Plus, his honest assessment of the joys and frustrations of owning a Tesla.

Looking for an SUV that will save you on both fuel and price? Now might be a good time to take a look at 5-year-old compact SUVs with respectable fuel efficiency as a good alternative to other used vehicles per Consumer Reports latest listing of fuel-efficient used SUVs they recommended today.

Here’s an example of where having a mechanic cut a hole in your vehicle makes sense to cut your repair costs in half while doing a repair.

Looking for a used Toyota that has one of the most reliable engines ever produced by Toyota? Then you will want to see this Toyota show and tell by a Toyota mechanic who says this engine is a little-known legend that is remarkable when it comes to reliability and needing fewer repairs than other engines during its lifetime when maintained properly.

Here’s an update by a mechanic who in the past reported on what he says are truths about electric vehicles and Tesla that no one else will talk about publicly.

Are you a Prius owner or considering on buying a Prius and wondering just how long it is possible for the hybrid battery to last in a Prius and what it takes to replace one? Here’s some useful information on what you need to know especially if you are considering replacing the battery yourself.

What brand of tools does one of the most respected mechanics on the internet rely on to make repairs on his customer’s cars? Find out now with this unique tool show and tell response to a Harbor Freight tool shaming comment.