Maintenance survey: 5 most expensive cars to maintain, and Jaguar doesn’t make the list
Land Rover, Porsche, and Mercedes-Benz take the top spots among the priciest cars to keep on the road.
Maintenance
Experienced mechanic shares how to avoid a ‘very big expense’ on used cars
A scanner and a little knowledge is all you need to avoid a disaster.
Survey: Buying an American luxury car can save you 3x as much in maintenance costs as a German brand
A survey of owners suggests that a Porsche, Mercedes-Benz or Audi could cost way, way more to maintain and repair than a Cadillac or Lincoln.
11 states don’t require any vehicle inspections
There are a surprising number of states where you never need to get your car inspected
Vehicle survey says Tesla boasts the least expensive cars to maintain over 10 years
The maintenance costs for a Tesla over a decade could be less than one-third that of a Land Rover.
Buying a high-mileage car? Do these five things first
Don't be scared by that high-mileage car. Things like a complete history and PPI can make all the difference.
Mechanic shares the most expensive mainstream car brand to work on, and it’s not BMW
The mechanic says the average repair order for one beloved British brand is over $1,500.
Seasoned mechanic weighs in on whether a car with 100K miles is a bad buy
Don't steer clear of a car with a six-digit odometer reading. This experienced wrench says that could be a young number for a modern car.
Experienced mechanic shares 5 tips for cars with 100,000 miles
There's an often ignored fluid service on the list.
Scientist flags 3 common products you should never use in your car
Keeping your car spotless is a badge of pride. But what you're using might be doing more harm than good.
Pregnant Fargo woman was left stranded after Jiffy Lube forgot to add oil to her car
The company first tried to deny wrongdoing.
Female marine invents the perfect revenge when mechanic tries to con her out of $1,500
He thought the blonde with a "baby face" was an easy mark. He was very wrong
I worked at a shop for 10 years: Here are 5 reasons brakes wear unevenly
Irregular brake wear is one of those problems that starts quietly and gets expensive fast.
Driver asks Reddit why shops now change brake rotors with pads and I know the real answer
Although the tariffs might actually reverse this trend...
How to tell when it’s time for new tires
From the penny test to inspecting your sidewalls, you can stay on top of your tires without too much effort.
Kris Jenner explains why your car’s interior might be ruining your shot at success
She treated her first car, a cheap Mazda hatchback, like a "prized possession."
Here’s how water in your gas tank destroys your car
Recent cases of gas stations selling water-diluted gasoline have drivers worried about the damage that water can cause to their cars.
Reddit stunned by girlfriend’s rule for when to fuel up
This driver has a unique justification for "Run it dry, then worry."
Know how to read a tire to avoid disaster
Don't be scared by the numbers and letters on your tire. You can read them just like anything else.
