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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15 bad driving habits wearing out your car faster

I'm a former service advisor who wrote thousands of repair estimates. Many were the result of bad driving habits.

by Sarah Kennedy

Published on June 16, 2025 1:33 pm

Police cruiser's red and blue lights during a nighttime chase after a dealership car theft.

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Thieves smash one car through a Missouri dealership, to steal a different car

The result chase crossed multiple counties, and states

by Henry Cesari

Published on June 16, 2025 11:00 am

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Leaving receipts in your car is a dumb idea

Even partially masked credit card numbers give thieves exactly what they need to target your identity.

by Allison Barfield

Published on June 16, 2025 9:55 am

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What your car’s resale value looks like after 3, 5, and 10 years

When you buy a new car, knowing how much it’ll be worth years down the road is just as important as enjoying those first few drives.

by Sarah Kennedy

Published on June 16, 2025 9:10 am

A Waymo EV with a fire truck in San Francisco

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[Video] Waymo self-driving car blocks 2 fire trucks on their way to an emergency

Google says a Waymo car is 'designed to recognize police sirens and lights and will pull over as appropriate.'

by Erik Sherman

Published on June 15, 2025 3:01 pm

Boone Stutz, former NFL player turned NASCAR jackman, executing a tire change in 2015

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7 former NFL players turned NASCAR pit crew

They’ve traded cleats for torque wrenches, yet the pressure, speed, and teamwork feel pretty darn familiar.

by Sarah Kennedy

Published on June 15, 2025 8:21 am

ICE border patrol agent badge in front of a U.S. flag

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My experience driving through a Canadian/US border crossing, spring 2025

Curious what a border crossing is like right now? Here's one driver's experience

by Henry Cesari

Published on June 14, 2025 4:34 pm

A shopping cart, like the one criminals and robbers use to steal from patrons.

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Watch a criminal use a shopping cart for a sneaky robbery against a woman in a parking lot

Even your favorite and most-frequented shopping center can be a disaster if you're not paying attention.

by Erik Sherman

Published on June 14, 2025 4:11 pm

Mechanics show their satisfaction with a set of thumbs up.

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Mechanics share the easiest cars to maintain [Video]

Some of these are no surprise. One is a wild, from-the-archives answer.

by Erik Sherman

Published on June 14, 2025 11:04 am

An aerial view of a red car drifting around a track corner

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I took a pro driving class 20 years ago and still use a simple side mirror tip every day

Most drivers do something that actually hinders their visibility.

by Sarah Kennedy

Published on June 14, 2025 8:46 am

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Mitsubishi recalls 200k vehicles

This rivals some of the largest recalls of the year

by Henry Cesari

Published on June 13, 2025 2:35 pm

Car thief looks in window for VIN etched on glass.

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Drivers are scratching numbers into their car windows–for security

A Mercedes-Benz dealership is even recommending this extreme step

by Henry Cesari

Published on June 13, 2025 1:00 pm

A row of school buses, like the one that a drunk bus driver had a rollover crash in.

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School bus driver could face 110 years in prison for DUI crash

The drunk driver rolled the school bus over with a BAC of 0.161%, twice the legal limit.

by Erik Sherman

Published on June 13, 2025 12:44 pm

A Tesla Cybertruck on a city street, like the one dealing hot dogs.

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This might be the most popular Tesla Cybertruck ever, because it’s a hot dog cart

Even some of the most devoted critics of the Tesla Cybertruck can't hate this. That is, unless they're vegetarians.

by Erik Sherman

Published on June 13, 2025 10:08 am

Closeup of crossed fingers aboard commercial airplane on Friday the 13th

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Are plane tickets actually cheaper on Friday the 13th?

Experts say you can save money--if you're flying from a superstitious country

by Henry Cesari

Published on June 13, 2025 9:43 am

A white Honda Civic sedan in very close left rear view

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Wyoming drivers keep spotting the ‘Crazy White Honda Lady’ in the wild

The Cheyenne Police Department says they need to see her to cite her.

by Sarah Kennedy

Published on June 12, 2025 8:56 am

Woman driver holding a cellphone she was using for navigation.

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1 state ticketing drivers holding cellphones, even for navigation

Even though they weren't typing or on a call, they got a $158 fine

by Henry Cesari

Published on June 11, 2025 12:30 pm

Chain hook on an empty rollback truck after a man climbed on to re-repossess his Ford SUV

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Watch man climb aboard driving tow truck to re-repossess his Ford

I've found the Dollar Store Dominic Toretto

by Henry Cesari

Published on June 11, 2025 6:00 am

A set of police lights after a cop pulled over a basketball star for a DUI.

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Former basketball star arrested for a DUI while he was below the legal limit

Russ Smith's case is proof that a police officer can arrest a driver for a DUI even if they're below the legal limit.

by Erik Sherman

Published on June 10, 2025 2:22 pm

White smoke coming out of a car's tailpipe during Massachusetts annual emissions inspection.

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1 state’s emissions inspection is “can you see smoke?”

In a world of complex testing devices, this law is refreshingly straightforward

by Henry Cesari

Published on June 10, 2025 12:15 pm

Tips, Tricks & Trends

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