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Selling a Car Sucks. Here’s How to Safely Sell Your Car to Anyone

If I'm being honest, I don't like selling cars. If I had it my way I'd just keep collecting them, but I'm probably in the minority here. Odds are, you've realized what a stressful experience the whole ordeal can be. Negotiating is never fun, and tire-kickers make life hard, especially in this market. Honestly, there's a lot of ways for you to end up on your ass if you're selling. This is how to do it safely.
Semiconductors on a table in a factory

Automakers Are Finding New Ways to Fight the Chip Shortage- And We’re Paying for It

New cars have a problem. By now, I'm sure you're aware that we simply cannot manufacture enough semiconductors to combat the chip shortage. Nowhere has the impact of this been felt more than in the automotive industry. Sure, you may not be able to get that new PS5 either, but the auto industry is inarguably the hardest hit by the shortage. Moreover, automakers are getting creative to meet demand and keep consumers in dealerships.
A black and white picture of a rotary engine with a wooden backdrop.

What Caused the Death of the Rotary Engine?

The Wankel rotary engine is no more. This will likely disappoint its many fans, who appreciated the power it packed in a compact frame. But although the rotary engine had a number of advantages, it also faced some challenges that ultimately led to its demise.
A rear bike rack on a white SUV sitting in traffic

Are Rear Bike Racks Legal?

There are two places you can mount bike racks: on the roof or on the back of your vehicle. Roof bike racks might decrease your car's fuel economy due to modified aerodynamics, but rear bike racks aren't without problems too.
A car exhaust pipe emits smoke and carbon monoxide

8 Signs of Carbon Monoxide Poisoning

Vehicle exhausts are common emitters of carbon monoxide, and leakage of the gas can cause slow but serious poisoning to cars' occupants. Exposure to high levels of CO causes severe tissue damage and can even lead to death.
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?
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.