Tag: the cars
Questions to Ask When Buying a Used Car
April 28, 2025. Ellen R. Delisio
What to consider before purchasing a pre-owned vehicle.
Caring for and Insuring Classic Cars
April 11, 2025. Nicole Wakelin
Advice for keeping the vintage car of your dreams in mint condition.
Women in Automotive History
March 11, 2025. Sarah Hopkins
From the world’s first road trip to the evolution of the windshield wiper, learn how women helped shape the automotive industry.
The Do’s and Don’ts of Winter Car Storage
November 06, 2024. John Paul
Properly storing your car away for the winter can prevent mechanical problems when you take it back out in the spring.
Learn Your Way Around Different Types of EVs
September 19, 2024. Ellen R. Delisio
Understanding EVs can require some homework. Use this cheat sheet to get to know the basic terms.
The History of the Car Cup Holder
August 22, 2024. Andrew Sheldon
We take it for granted, but it wasn’t long ago that the car cup holder didn’t exist. Here’s how it became such an important automotive feature.
The Most Stolen Cars in America
July 24, 2024. AAA Staff
Is your car among the most likely to catch a thief’s eye? New data reveals the top stolen vehicles in the country.
100 Greatest Songs About Cars and Driving
July 19, 2024. AAA Staff
Update your road trip playlist with these classic tunes.
How to Safely Drive a Rental Car in Winter
February 01, 2024. AAA Staff
Driving an unfamiliar rental car can make navigating winter weather even more difficult. Remember these tips for a safer, less stressful trip.
5 Great Cars for Winter Driving
December 28, 2023. Andrew Sheldon
These cars are well-equipped to take on winter weather safely and in style.
Are Electric Vehicles Safe?
September 01, 2023. Andrew Sheldon
With safety ratings and studies to back it up, EVs are proving to be as safe as, if not safer than, traditional gas-powered vehicles.
The Rise and Fall of Car Hood Ornaments
August 31, 2023. Nicole Wakelin
What ever happened to car hood ornaments? Learn how the shiny auto adornments went from popular to obsolete.
Top 5 Reasons for Check Engine Light
June 09, 2023. AAA Staff
What is your car trying to tell you when the check engine light turns on? Find out the most common reasons and how to identify the source.
The Extraordinary History of Hot Wheels
June 08, 2023. Andrew Sheldon
A half-century ago, 16 Hot Wheels arrived on toy store shelves. Today, billions of these miniature cars race around the world.
Car Waxing Tips That Will Keep Your Car Shining
May 09, 2023. Andrew Sheldon
Protect your paint job and keep your ride looking shiny and new with these car waxing tips.
The Worst Cars in History
March 07, 2023. Andrew Sheldon
Design fails. Cheap manufacturing. Unorganized management. For one reason or another, these go down in history for all the wrong reasons.
The History of NASCAR
February 22, 2023. Andrew Sheldon
NASCAR history began with a humble, road-racing circuit. Seventy-five years later, the sport is one of the most popular in the country.
The Future of Self-Driving Cars
January 31, 2023. Andrew Sheldon
Autonomous vehicles are already on the road, but don’t expect to be able to buy one any time soon.
How to Donate Your Car
September 07, 2022. Andrew Sheldon
Donating your car to charity has several benefits, but the process can be tricky if you’ve never done it before.
New Electric Vehicle Brands to Keep an Eye On
August 02, 2022. Andrew Sheldon
In the ever-growing world of electric vehicles, these are the names to know.