Tag: automotive

Cars & Trucks

Synthetic vs. Conventional Oil: Which Should You Use?

March 16, 2022. Andrew Sheldon

We get to the bottom of the synthetic vs. conventional oil debate one question at a time.

Auto History

The History of Crash Test Dummies

March 08, 2022. Andrew Sheldon

When pigs, cadavers and driverless cars couldn’t get the job done, crash test dummies were called upon to make cars safer.

Cars & Trucks

How Much to Tip Valet When Parking

March 02, 2022. Marisa Perjatel

Have you ever questioned how much to tip the valet? Get the answer, plus more valet parking protocol from etiquette expert Elaine Swann.

Cars & Trucks

The 10 Most-Read Automotive Stories of 2021

December 28, 2021. Andrew Sheldon

Wondering what readers found most interesting, informative and entertaining? Take a look at our top stories of the year.

Cars & Trucks

The Do’s and Don’ts of Winter Car Storage

December 17, 2021. John Paul

Properly storing your car away for the winter can prevent mechanical problems when you take it back out in the spring.

Cars & Trucks

The Most Bizarre State Driving Laws in the Country

December 01, 2021. Andrew Sheldon

From camels and cows to dirty tires and empty gas tanks, there are some strange traffic laws on the books.

Electric Vehicles

The 2022 Electric Vehicles to Get Excited About

November 29, 2021. Andrew Sheldon

From reimagined classics to unprecedentedly efficient sedans, the electric vehicle class of 2022 has something for everyone.

Cars & Trucks & Electric Vehicles

Fast Forward

November 17, 2021. Andrew Sheldon

From white-hot trends and high-tech toys to brand-new models, here’s what to expect in automobiles down the road.

Auto History

How Car Companies Got Their Names

November 16, 2021. Andrew Sheldon

Was Jeep named after a character in Popeye? What does the “Alfa” in Alfa Romeo stand for? Learn the origins of famous brands.

Cars & Trucks

Gas Prices Continue to Soar

October 26, 2021. AAA Staff

The average price of a gallon of gasoline has gone up 20 cents over the past month.