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Car Maintenance and Safety

Keep your car running better, longer. Plus ways to save on repairs and at the pump

Maintenance and Safety Headlines

7 Car Smells You Should Never Ignore

From rotten eggs to maple syrup, an odd odor usually means your vehicle needs fixing — and could even be dangerous

items you should keep in your car for emergencies

Cool Car Gadgets and Accessories to Help You

Here are the ones you need to keep in your car — and a couple you don’t

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How to Replace or Repair the Key Fob for Your Vehicle

A lost device can leave you vulnerable

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Quiz: Are You Taking Good Care of Your Car?

Keep your vehicle in tip-top shape

Maintaining Your Car

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How to Choose an Auto Mechanic You Can Trust

Make sure your car is in good hands

Ford Recalls Over 550,000 Pickup Trucks for Transmission Issue

Affected vehicles may downshift to first gear at any speed

DIY car care tasks - check tire pressure, touch up paint, change air filter, read owners manual

Your 10-Step Guide to Modern Car Care

Maximize your vision at night

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9 Bad Habits That Could Damage Your Car

Mechanics' advice for extending vehicle life

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Are Your Car Headlights Bright Enough?

Maximize your vision at night

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Features and Resources

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Is the RV Lifestyle Right for You?

Recreational vehicle culture encourages connection, volunteerism, adventure

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Find Out How to Get the Best Car Loan

Take a closer look at EV truck options from Ford, Rivian and General Motors

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The Facts You Should Know About Self-Driving Cars

Autonomous vehicles are more challenging than engineers thought

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DIY Car Maintenance Tips to Save Money

With a little help, you can change air filters, replace headlights and more