Maintenance

Modern conveniences make driving more pleasurable and safer. That's especially true when it comes to challenges posed by inclement...

Few driving experiences are more humbling than waiting for a tow truck on a rainy day, brackish water splashing your windshield...

Car batteries and field goal kickers have a lot in common--both endure extreme stress and are only noticed when they fail.The...

Apple-picking and hay-rides are beloved autumn traditions. Although less glamorous, a multipoint inspection also should be on...

Summer driving punishes your engine, tires, brakes, battery and paint–problems you’ll want to address before school...

Children readily charge into traffic after a ball or sprint from a school bus without looking. That’s just part of being...

Traveling during the Fourth of July weekend or later in the month? The National Safety Council has some sobering facts for you....

No one wants their carefree summer road trip sidelined by a breakdown. Get out in front of any potential problems with a quick...

Towing a travel trailer and taming the open road endure as a classic American experience.A new generation of lightweight trailers...

The return of summer means longer evenings, road trips and the ever-present threat of engine overheating.Fortunately, some basic...

There’s a difference between scare tactics and harsh reality. The Every 15 Minutes program uses a combination of both to warn...

The fluid surging through your brake lines enables everything from gentle slowdowns to those soul-churning emergency stops. Your...

Road debris can be damaging to vehicles, especially if it’s kicked up by someone else and becomes airborne,” said Noel Houze,...

By Tony MollaModern vehicles are designed to run quietly and efficiently, so unusual noises usually indicate trouble is brewing.But...

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

Ask a driver how their ABS is and chances are you’ll get a blank stare.Anti-lock brake systems are credited as one of the...

Tires don’t get much attention until something goes wrong–like sliding through an intersection during a heavy February...

People who live in harsh climates know the importance of a well-stocked emergency kit–a bit of pertinent advice for all drivers...

Most drivers only think about their vehicle's battery when it goes dead. Fortunately, batteries rarely fail without warning and...

A few minutes of preparation can avoid a breakdown in foul weather, he said. The checklist also should include inspecting tire...