Tips, Tricks & Trends

Tips, Tricks & Trends
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Tips, Tricks & Trends
Follow what’s happening in all things motorized: you’ll find tips, tricks, and trends on anything engine-equipped here.

We’ll help you find out how to properly store gasoline, what to do when your Tesla’s door handle is covered in ice, and fill you in on fun motorized gadgets.

Entertaining news, consumer support, and maintenance insights on everything motorized

Wondering how to maximize fuel economy or why you might not need an oil change every 3,000 miles? From how to clean car seats or winterize your lawn mower to guides on car safety features, we’re talking about purchasing, maintaining, and accessorizing here.

Check out the latest in motorized Tips, Tricks, & Trends:
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‘I’m still a little confused’ Mercedes buyer tells the salesman his credit score. Then the real number came back
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‘Something we don’t normally do here’ Mechanic gives inside look at fixing a big headache and saving some money
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Mechanic offers to ‘clean gas tank’ and internet smells a scam
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‘Never buy water toys on land’ He bought 2 jet skis on Facebook Marketplace and learned a hard lesson
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Mechanic stands in front of cheap used car any shop can repair

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Mechanic reveals the reliable $6k-$8k cars that any shop can work on

If you want a used car that won't break the bank, check out this list

by Henry Cesari

Published 14 hours ago

A stop sign on a school bus is a reminder for drivers to halt and allow children to offload and load the bus.

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Driver decides to skip around traffic at school bus stop, gets instant karma [Video]

It turns out the authorities take school bus safety pretty seriously in New York.

by Erik Sherman

Published on July 15, 2025 4:14 pm

Mr. Mechanic talking to TikTok next to a used car with a For Sale sign

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Mechanic warns against a used car that’s too good to be true, ‘it’s still broken’

Buyers should know about 'swapnostics'

by Henry Cesari

Published on July 15, 2025 1:30 pm

A Capitol Heights Police Department SUV with lights and sirens that got it roasted on TikTok.

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‘Why the Amazon dash lights?’ The internet roasts a Maryland Police SUV for silly-looking lights

The video was meant to show off an odd siren soundtrack. But its lights stole the show.

by Erik Sherman

Published on July 14, 2025 2:33 pm

Mechanics evaluate a Nissan Sentra and find it has issues and a wreck not listed on its CARFAX report.

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‘Can’t always trust the CARFAX’ Mechanics find heart-breaking history in seemingly clean Nissan Sentra

The CARFAX said it had 'minor damage' to its rear. But the front end told a different story.

by Erik Sherman

Published on July 14, 2025 12:48 pm

Nissan Versa sedan with keys and $20k cash on its hood, new car buyer visible in the background.

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The last car under $20,000 is officially dead

RIP to the affordable automobile

by Henry Cesari

Published on July 14, 2025 10:00 am

A red Ford F-150 like the one that landed a Florida man behind bars.

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How a Ford F-150 and 2 poodles put a Florida man behind bars for murder

Sometimes a gnarly murder case just needs that one lead. In this case, it was a red Ford F-150.

by Erik Sherman

Published on July 13, 2025 1:09 pm

An irritated driver like the ones who posted on Reddit about their mistakes to own up.

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Reddit users own these rookie driving mistakes

From being a bit distracted to driving the wrong way, mistakes happen. Learning from them is key.

by Erik Sherman

Published on July 13, 2025 11:44 am

A rookie motorist is scared after driving on public roads.

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6 driving mistakes that make you look like a newbie on the road

Don't look like a rookie. Steer clear of these hallmarks of a poor driver.

by Erik Sherman

Published on July 12, 2025 10:11 am

A split-screen of a Honda Odyssey driving on the Million Dollar Highway in Colorado

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‘Scared stupid’ Driver too afraid of the Million Dollar Highway can’t stay out of opposing traffic

The stretch of roadway cuts through Colorado’s San Juan Mountains like a daredevil’s signature.

by Sarah Kennedy

Published on July 12, 2025 7:03 am

Driver holding an Apple AirTag to hide in their car for security, iPhone visible in the background.

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Car drivers are hiding Apple AirTags in their vehicles for safety—but you shouldn’t

This hack has 300k Instagram likes, but might not work at all

by Henry Cesari

Published on July 12, 2025 7:00 am

DUI checkpoints are a common practice. But they aren't legal in every US state.

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Which states have made DUI checkpoints illegal?

You won't find a dedicated DUI checkpoint in any of these 12 states.

by Erik Sherman

Published on July 11, 2025 4:00 pm

Saleswoman in an auto parts store, a shelf of A/C freon refrigerant refill canisters behind her.

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Mechanic explains the 1 thing you should never buy from a parts store

"It's going to potentially damage the vehicle"

by Henry Cesari

Published on July 11, 2025 4:00 pm

The road entrance sign for a Connecticut DMV

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Firm hired by Bridgeport, CT, already flagged 5,000 cars

The city isn’t wasting time in its hunt for improperly registered vehicles.

by Sarah Kennedy

Published on July 11, 2025 3:17 pm

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New cars you didn’t know have the exact same engine

There’s a 2025 BMW that shares its heart with a sporty Toyota.

by Sarah Kennedy

Published on July 11, 2025 12:11 pm

A split-image of a 2014 Subaru Outback on the left and a Colorado mechanic discussing Subaru engine issues on the right

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‘Is it really worth keeping?’ Experienced mechanic answers whether a Subaru with 100,000 miles should be trusted

It's not so simple...

by Sarah Kennedy

Published on July 10, 2025 3:28 pm

A split screen image shows the moment that an SUV intentionally crashes into an intersection in a TikTok video.

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‘Oh my God!’ SUV driver intentionally crashes into intersection full of people on video

The 5,500-lb SUV didn't even try to slow down.

by Erik Sherman

Published on July 10, 2025 3:03 pm

Red car with a "sale" tag in front of a turquoise background.

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What will actually be the cheapest car of 2026?

The market's getting a shakeup--the new cheapest car may be surprising

by Henry Cesari

Published on July 10, 2025 12:30 pm

An image of a long line at a Costo gas station next to an image of a Costco fuel pump hose in close view

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‘There’s people that don’t know this?’ TikToker shares Costco gas station hack if the lines are too long

This a PSA for drivers who stay sitting in a long refuel line when a shorter one is just right there.

by Sarah Kennedy

Published on July 10, 2025 10:34 am

Normandie Berl, sports announcer, tells the story of a used car dealership salesman holding her keys hostage during a bait and switch

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‘Hostage’ salesman pulls bait-and-switch, refuses to return sports announcer’s keys

"Now I don't have my keys and now I'm not getting the car I wanted."

by Henry Cesari

Published on July 10, 2025 9:00 am

Tips, Tricks & Trends

Entertaining news, consumer support, and maintenance insights on everything motorized