Car Care

A midsummer's drive can turn your vehicle into a piece of abstract art, especially in rural areas where insects are thickest....

More than a century ago an oval racetrack was built in rural Indianapolis that’s become as important to fans of auto racing...

You have washed and prepped the family cruiser for the summer road trip. Within hours mangled insects cake the windshield and...

You’ve loaded the cast iron cookware, pot holders and necessary utensils into the trunk or bed of the pickup. The ingredients...

It doesn’t take much for a beautiful wheel to become a dingy eyesore. The culprits? Brake dust and road grime.

Dents and dings are a scourge for anyone who values their vehicle’s appearance. What can be done to return a vehicle to...

Want a simple way to reduce eye strain, glare from the road and extend the life of an expensive piece of equipment? Keep your...

A little time and effort now means far less work making the car look sharp when the days get longer this spring.So says Mike Deddo,...

Waxing isn’t just for muscle cars on display at auto shows. Laying down a protective layer over clean paint helps your vehicle...

A sleek appearance and that smooth-to-the-touch feeling are only part of the benefits of waxing. It can also provide a barrier...

A damaged windshield is more than just an eyesore. A small chip can become a sprawling crack that limits your visibility and lead...

A relaxing summer day can turn sour in a hurry when you return to your vehicle and notice some new imperfections on its shiny...

That rubber wiper at the gas station won’t always remove the caked insect carcasses from your windshield. Similarly, tap water...

You spot a parallel parking space next to a popular city restaurant. As you quickly maneuver into the tight quarters, one wheel...

Sometimes using a hose and bucket just doesn't make sense for washing a car. That's especially true in drought-stricken areas...

Salt and sand improve traction on icy roadways or driveways but can damage your vehicle’s undercarriage, wheels and lower extremities....

Frost may be beautiful when it forms around the edges of your kitchen window but it’s a hazard—and a nuisance—when...

The first snap of frosty autumn air can turn that tiny star-line crack in your windshield into a lengthy fissure. How can you...

The California Highway Patrol is highlighting the dangers of vehicle braking systems as part of its Brake Safety Awareness Week,...

Reds, blues, greens and grays may catch your eye but the most popular vehicle color on the planet is white. And that means frequent...