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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Bright yellow low fuel warning light below empty gas tank gauge.

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1 city actually outlawed running out of gas

It's not an urban legend, but a very real ordinance

by Henry Cesari

Published on June 18, 2025 4:00 pm

Female driver texts on her cellphone while waiting for the red light to change.

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Every state that tickets drivers checking their phone at a red light

In most of the USA, the "no touch" law applies even at a complete stop

by Henry Cesari

Published on June 18, 2025 2:14 pm

A red semi-truck driving fast on the highway in left front angle view

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Semi-truck driver shows us how long it really takes to hard brake at 70 mph [Video]

“They don’t stop on a dime…they stop on a football field.”

by Sarah Kennedy

Published on June 18, 2025 1:43 pm

Message on car instrument cluster reading "Oil change due"

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I’m a former service advisor who wrote thousands of repair estimates. Here’s why the 10,000-mile oil change is a terrible idea

Skipping an oil service now can mean thousands in repairs later.

by Sarah Kennedy

Published on June 18, 2025 8:53 am

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Facebook seller recognizes ‘smoking car’ scammers, but not before they take a Jeep Wrangler for $10k less than asking

Now she can’t get in touch with the buyer, and the Jeep is long gone.

by Sarah Kennedy

Published on June 17, 2025 1:42 pm

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The refreshed 2026 Nissan Leaf drops with 303 miles of range

The Leaf is Nissan's first vehicles with an electronically dimming panoramic roof and 3D taillights.

by Allison Barfield

Published on June 17, 2025 9:45 am

A police officer arresting a man with drugs

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Truck driver busted in Las Vegas after searching how to smuggle drugs

He browsed several websites about smuggling drugs across the border before picking up 200 lbs of meth.

by Allison Barfield

Published on June 17, 2025 8:35 am

Police gives driver a ticket for breaking the "no touch" cellphone law

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Police in 28 states are pulling drivers over for breaking the “no touch” rule

Pennsylvania's the most recent to adopt the law

by Henry Cesari

Published on June 16, 2025 8:30 pm

The view of a drunk driver, like a Florida man who recently rolled his sedan and ran.

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Florida man flips his Nissan Versa, calls 911, escapes ambulance, and gets arrested for a DUI

This guy stacked bad decision after bad decision, starting with drunk driving and ending with an arrest and a wrecked Nissan.

by Erik Sherman

Published on June 16, 2025 4:16 pm

A white car driving on a two-lane road in low left side view

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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

Tips, Tricks & Trends

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