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Vehicle Maintenance Tips to Save You Money

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How you can help save turtles crossing the road

It's that time of year when pregnant turtles must leave their watery homes and search for high and dry spots to lay their eggs. Unfortunately, their journeys to nesting sites sometimes can take the creatures across roads and highways.

How Far Can You Drive on a Flat Tire?

Getting a flat tire is a frustratingly ironic conundrum. You need to move your car to get your tire fixed, but you can’t because it’s broken. So what do you do: try and limp the poor thing to the nearest service station, toss on the donut (spare tire), or call a tow truck? Anything but …

The 10 Worst Automotive Design Flaws

When automakers don’t get it right, they really, don’t get it right. From small interior tidbits to catastrophic mechanical failures, these are the ten worst automotive design flaws that our readers have experienced. 10.) Rust Prone Brake Rotor Hardware It makes sense. Automakers don’t want brake rotors falling off their cars. That would make for ... Read more

What Happens to Your Auto Insurance if You Get a Speeding Ticket?

If you're not driving at a safe speed and receive speeding tickets, it might just affect how much you pay for auto insurance.

Here's why a Bugatti Veyron oil change costs $21,000

This probably isn't something you can knock out on your lunch break.

Stop and Double Check Your Brake lights!

STOP right there! Reminder- have someone help you check that both brake lights are

Screech, Squeal: When to Replace Your Car's Brake Pads

Avoid an expensive brake job by knowing the warning signs of worn pads.

Your Brakes May Be Trying To Tell You Something

(NAPSI)—If your brakes are trying to tell you something, you should pay attention. A properly operating brake system helps ensure safe vehicle control and operation and it should be checked

Brake Calipers: Brake More Smoothly and Efficiently

If your car has disc brakes, then it has rotors, pads, and calipers. Using the best brake calipers will improve your ride and comfort on the road.

Garage Files: How to Check and Replace Your Brake Pads

Do I have to replace the rotors when I’m getting new brake pads?

John Paul, AAA Northeast's Car Doctor, answers a question from a reader confused by a costlier-than-expected brake job.

How to Diagnose Your Brake Issues

There are a few warning signs that you should be aware of regarding your vehicle’s brakes. A hard-to press-pedal, grinding sounds, and vibrations in the pedal are all signs that something isn’t working properly. With this guide,...

Why Are My Brakes Squealing?

Because there are several possibilities, and because brakes are a crucialsafety feature, it is best to have a pro diagnose noise.

What is a Tune-up Exactly?

Regardless of its brand or age, every car needs regular tune-ups. Their behind-the-scenes nature means some drivers don’t see their …