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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Ford Patent: In-Car Ads Are On The Way

Ford has filed a new patent for an in-car advertising system that many find controversial. Is in-car advertising ethical?

by Danyell Marshall

Published on May 17, 2021 11:59 pm

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Avoid These 20 Fast-Selling New Cars if You Want to Get a Good Deal

Shopping for the best deal on a new car can depend on how long the car has been sitting on the dealer lot. Here are 20 cars that are flying off dealer lots, so you might not be able get a good deal on one.

by Joe Santos

Published on May 17, 2021 7:52 pm

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Can the Police Use Your Dash Cam Against You?

There are a few things you need to know before you rush out and buy a dash cam, however. You need to find out if they are legal to use in your state, and if the police can seize your dash cam.

by Savannah Keaton

Published on May 17, 2021 7:19 pm

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The S in Tesla Model S Plaid Stands for Retractable Spoiler

The Tesla Model S has been spotted with a new retractable spoiler at the race track, but is this for the electric vehicle shipping soon? It is possible this won't be out until the Plaid+ in 2022.

by Amanda Cline

Published on May 17, 2021 5:57 pm

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You Should Attend the Amelia Island Concours d’Elegance at Least Once

The Amelia Island Concours d'Elegance is one of the biggest car events of the year, attracting collectors and enthusiasts from all over the world in one spectacular and unique event that is worth attending at least once in your life.

by Gabrielle DeSantis

Published on May 17, 2021 5:49 pm

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What to Do if You Can’t Find a Rental Car During the Shortage

The recent rental car shortage hasn't been a problem for many people as traveling restrictions have been more strict, but, as interest in traveling begin to increase once again, many customers may be looking for alternative solutions to getting a rental car at the airport or travel center as many of us have done in the past.

by Gabrielle DeSantis

Published on May 17, 2021 5:09 pm

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Tackle Summer Grass With the Best Lawn Mowers for Big Yards

If you're looking to fling fescue on three-quarters of an acre, these are the best lawn mowers for big yards.

by Alex Lemieux

Published on May 17, 2021 5:05 pm

A man walks past the faded starting line of the Boston Marathon on Main Street in Hopkinton, MA

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Are Boston’s Streets Really Paved Over Cow Paths?

As the legend goes, Bostonians followed cow paths to determine their roads, creating a street layout that doesn't look planned. How much of that legend is the truth?

by Ed Reeves

Published on May 17, 2021 4:08 pm

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Manual Transmission Myths Car Enthusiasts Are Still Fighting About

Driving a car with a manual transmission can be a very personal driving experience, and while there may have been valid arguments that made manuals a better option than automatics, most of those arguments are now incorrect or inaccurate, leaving the choice down to pure preference for each driver.

by Gabrielle DeSantis

Published on May 17, 2021 1:24 pm

The 2021 Subaru Forester has a slight edge over the Mazda CX-5

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3 Reasons the 2021 Subaru Forester Beats the Mazda CX-5

The 2021 Subaru Forester has a slight edge over the Mazda CX-5, but both SUVs score high in almost all of the important categories. This includes safety, fuel economy, and road test.

by Amanda Cline

Published on May 17, 2021 12:32 pm

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Angry Denny Hamlin Goes Ballistic at Dover in Profanity-Laced Radio Communication Directed at Bubba Wallace & Co.

Denny Hamlin was not happy with Bubba Wallace and the No. 23 team at Dover and delivered a profanity-laced message to his crew during the race.

by Kyle Dalton

Published on May 17, 2021 12:07 pm

The global semiconductor chip shortage is expected to cost the industry more than anticipated

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Semiconductor Shortage Might Cost the Auto Industry $110 Billion

The semiconductor shortage continues to wreak havoc on a variety of industries, but the estimates just got worse for automakers. GM and Ford have a bleak outlook for losses.

by Amanda Cline

Published on May 17, 2021 10:30 am

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5 Road Trips 3 Hours or Less From Boston

After cruising in the Swan Boats and attending a Red Sox game, you might be ready to explore the wider Boston area. Try these road trips.

by Ed Reeves

Published on May 17, 2021 9:59 am

Car traffic in Honolulu, Hawaii, on November 10, 2011

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The Worst U.S. City to Drive in Isn’t in the Contiguous United States

Visitors should avoid this traffic and car safety nightmare at all costs. And for residents, well, they're stuck in one of the worst places to drive.

by Desiree Homer

Published on May 17, 2021 7:12 am

Doug DeMuro with a blue 1992 Geo Metro LSi Convertible

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The Geo Metro Convertible Was a Hilariously Basic Roadster

It may have been the range-topping roadster model, but as Doug DeMuro shows, the Geo Metro Convertible was still a fairly basic economy car at heart.

by Matthew Skwarczek

Published on May 17, 2021 4:36 am

A salesman holds the key fob of a red Toyota Motor Corp. Corolla vehicle at the Brent Brown Toyota dealership. The key fob has control over the car alarm

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What Is the Point of Car Alarms?

Car alarms have a reputation for starting their annoying blaring when trucks drive past or a kid's ball or bike bumps the car. So what is the point of car alarms?

by Ed Reeves

Published on May 17, 2021 3:47 am

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How Many Miles Is Too High for a Used Car?

When shopping for a used car, what should you look for in your car buying experience? We have all the factors to consider when determining whether a car is worth buying or not.

by Wendy Johnson

Published on May 17, 2021 12:57 am