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Decreasing your risk for auto theft: Top 10 most stolen vehicles

After eight consecutive years of decline in the rate of vehicle theft, experts are now projecting an increase of 1.3 percent from year to year. There are many things that you can do to lessen your risk of auto theft. Never leave your car running or the keys in the ignition when unattended–even just for a minute. Don’t [...]

How to Not Get Overcharged by a Mechanic

My husband took his car into our mechanic this morning to get enough work done to require a loaner car for the day and an estimate well over $1,000. “I’ll tell them not to change the cabin air filter,” he reassured me. “I can do that one myself.” Now if only he could install and align his own tires, change a serpentine belt and perform our state’s emissions test, we could really save some bucks.

What Happens When You Add the Wrong Fuel to Your Gas Tank?

Knowing which fuel your vehicle needs and paying close attention to the pump you're about to use can help ensure that you fill your car's tank properly.

Why is it so hard to find an auto mechanic these days?

Don't ignore that 'check engine' light much longer—it could take a while to find someone to fix your car. Here's why.

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What a Mechanic Wishes You Would Stop Doing

With Car Care Month coming to a close, we spoke with an automotive technician to get answers to some of your biggest mechanic/car concerns for the upcoming summer driving season, as well as some do's and don'ts for your car!

Fix Your Car Right with a Real Repair Manual

Everybody needs a car repair manual for their car. A repair manual will guide you through auto repairs and maintenance. You can buy your auto repair manual online. If you don't have a repair manual for your car, get one today!

Car checklist: How to avoid costly mechanic bills

You can’t just rely on your scheduled services to keep your car in tip-top condition. Isaac Bober at Practical Motoring brings you the essential checklist for car maintenance.

Costly repairs could cost you your car

According to a new AAA survey, 64 million American drivers would not be able to pay for an unexpected vehicle repair without going into debt, indicating that some drivers may underestimate the full…

Regular Vehicle Maintenance to Avoid Costly Repairs

If you don’t handle routine vehicle maintenance issues today, you can count on more costly repairs down the road.

Shopping around for a mechanic? Read this first.

Take the guesswork out of finding a good mechanic.

The Grypmat Is a Mechanics Best Friend

Stanford innovation center studies the auto's past, plans for its future

Drawing on Stanford's resources, the Automotive Innovation Facility in Palo Alto, Calif., has become an academic hothouse for all things automotive. It's a think-big tank that looks at everything from how body panels corrode to the history of iconic cars -- not just to solve today's problems but to understand the future of personal transportation and to plan for it.

7 Ways to Show Your Car Some TLC (and Keep It Running)

Driving through snow and ice is so last season. These spring car care tips will get your wheels road-trip ready.

Top 10 Car Repairs You Can Do yourself

Today's car prices are out of control. In part because of the big computer chip shortage. No better way to save than DIY, right?