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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Car thief looks in window for VIN etched on glass.

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Drivers are scratching numbers into their car windows–for security

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by Henry Cesari

Published on June 13, 2025 1:00 pm

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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

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Are plane tickets actually cheaper on Friday the 13th?

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by Henry Cesari

Published on June 13, 2025 9:43 am

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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

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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

A police helicopter aids units during a chase.

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Helicopter video captures a wrong-way police chase ending with multi-car crash

The pickup truck hit multiple vehicles while driving against traffic-- with a person in the bed.

by Erik Sherman

Published on June 10, 2025 7:53 am

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10 Key Facts To Consider Before Purchasing A Porsche

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by Amelia Bell

Published on June 9, 2025 11:00 am