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A AAA Roadside Assistance building with the AAA logo on the front.

Should You Tip AAA Roadside Assistance?

The US has developed a tipping culture. You're expected to tip people who provide services such as hairdressing, waitressing, valet services, etc. For most of these services, the expected tip is usually defined. However, when it comes to AAA, the question still remains; should you tip AAA roadside assistance drivers?
Joe Biden at the Mack Truck Lehigh Valley Operations factory in Macungie, Pennsylvania

Joe Biden Sent a Strong Message at the Mack Trucks Plant

One Biden executive order, the "Buy American" order, is often overlooked and misunderstood, but it may significantly impact car sales and production in the United States. Learn more about how this "Buy American" plan differs from Trump's, Biden's visit to a truck manufacturer, and when this plan will roll out below.
A car accident during flooding from storms in Angleur, Belgium

Climate Change Is Causing More Car Accidents

Global warming is part of the challenges facing humanity. For that reason, efforts to tame the effects of climate change are in high gear. However, as the world waits to see the impact of each of these initiatives, it is evident that climate change has far-reaching effects, including increasing the number of car accidents.
A blue Toyota Supra on a race track

Another Toyota Supra Recall- This Time You Can’t Stop

We've all heard this before, so I'll get it out of the way quickly. Yes, the new Toyota Supra, god of the JDM scene, is more BMW than Toyota. Additionally, the Japanese-German sports car has been suffering a great deal of late. The cheaper 2.0-liter model didn't exactly find a lot of fans when the reviews rolled in, and its big brother has something of a dual-citizenship identity crisis. Now, the Supra has run into another issue. This time, the vehicle's braking assistance is the subject of a recall and adds to a growing list of open recalls on the model.
Cigarette packets and other trash washed up on Chesil Beach after a cargo ship accident

BeachBot Buggy Cleans by Collecting Cigarette Butts

Autonomous vehicles are all the rage these days as innovators develop new technologies designed to advance the science behind machines driving themselves. However, not all AVs are meant for daily drivers or personal use. One new autonomous vehicle model is destined to clean the environment by picking up cigarette butts autonomously.
A headlight covered in a veil that gives off a red glow with a blue and pink background.

Are Colored Headlights Dangerous and Illegal?

We all like the idea of customizing a vehicle to make it our own. We may add bumper stickers, use seat and steering wheel covers, and add window visors. These are all good car safety customization options. However, not all modifications are a good idea. Some lighting modifications, including colored headlights, are dangerous and illegal.
A blue hatchback driving through flood waters that come almost over the headlights.

Why Is It Dangerous to Drive Through Flood Waters?

Most people do not realize that severe weather and floods pose a serious threat to your vehicle. One main car safety rule involves whether you should drive through floods or avoid them completely. Do you know why it is dangerous to drive through floodwaters?
Cars on the Penn Street Bridge at rush hour in Reading, Pennsylvania, in December 2020. City driving can wreak havoc on a vehicle's brakes.

How to Save Your Brakes as a City Driver

Traffic lights, road work, and other factors typical of metropolitan streets contribute to wear and tear on your car's braking system. If you want to know how to save your brakes as a city driver, read on. These tips might even save your life.
An EVgo charging station in a parking garage in Monterey Park, California

Electrify America Aims to Double EV Charging Network by 2025

Today, concerns over climate change and solutions continue to dominate discussions in various industries, including the automotive sector. To meet the demand that hundreds of new EV models and thousands of EV drivers will create on the road, Electrify America aims to at least double its network of charging stations by the year 2025.
The Hyundai and Blue Link logos

What Is Hyundai Blue Link?

The Hyundai Blue Link connectivity system is available on all new Hyundai models, giving drivers full remote access to their vehicles. Therefore, owners of older model Hyundai cars may want to consider upgrading to a newer vehicle to take advantage of all the system offers.
A highway in Los Angeles with the city skyline in the background

Los Angeles has a … Peculiar approach to speed limits

Once upon a time, I had quite a passion for law. I loved discovering weird little legal anecdotes, and this one might just be the piece de resistance of weird little legal anecdotes. Within the realm of car safety, speed limits are an oft-debated topic. Unfortunately, the great state of California has just muddled the issue even more. There's going to be a lot of legalese involved in breaking down this one, so buckle up.