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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The most recent Subaru Takata airbag recall, which Kelly Blue Book reports has been an ongoing recall issue for the brand, is officially live. The problem with Takata airbags is an industry-wide concern. In fact, it has affected vehicles across the board––including Subaru. A letter to owners of recalled Subaru vehicles Subaru just published a …

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LongROAD Study Suggests Driving Can Predict Dementia With 88% Accuracy

The longROAD driving study has shown that it can predict dementia with 88 percent accuracy based on driving habits.

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2020 Mazda3 Hatchback Owners Must Love Road Trips

The 2020 Mazda3 Hatchback inches even closer to the luxury class. It's stylish, well-equipped, practical, and even great on road trips.

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Published on May 14, 2021 2:02 am

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The Best Gasoline Storage Container? Definitely Not Plastic Bags

Correctly and safely storing gasoline requires an approved gas can and proper technique. It does not involve using plastic bags as containers.

by Matthew Skwarczek

Published on May 13, 2021 10:44 pm

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What Makes Edmunds ‘Vehicle Testing and Rankings so Reliable?

Reviewing cars requires more subjectivity and emotion, and that's why websites like Edmunds use a rigorous testing and ranking system to compare vehicles in the same way, ensuring that reviews and ratings are level across the board and each car is rated fairly and equally based on the exact same criteria, like roads and driving conditions.

by Gabrielle DeSantis

Published on May 13, 2021 10:24 pm

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Hyundai Veloster Fails to Improve Sales in 2021 — Is This the End?

The Hyundai Veloster has seen few sales this year despite surging numbers for nearly all other vehicles industrywide. What's the problem?

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Published on May 13, 2021 8:19 pm

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Ford Bronco Sport vs. Subaru Forester: More Capable SUV?

The 2021 Ford Bronco Sport and 2021 Subaru Forester are both capable of going off-roading and to the grocery store, but which one excels at both? The Subaru might win.

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Published on May 13, 2021 7:30 pm

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Ralliart Returns as Mitsubishi Rediscovers Racing

The Ralliart sub-brand has been dormant for several years. But as part of its return to racing, Mitsubishi is revitalizing it as a performance division and parts supplier.

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Toyota Corolla: A History of the Best-Selling Car of All Time

The Toyota Corolla has been around since the '60s and is now in its 12th generation. So far, this compact car has sold over 46 million units.

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Published on May 13, 2021 6:51 pm

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Do I Need to Have My Car Serviced at the Dealership to Keep My Warranty?

If your car is still under warranty then you can still get it worked on by an independent shop or by yourself. Under federal, a warranty cannot be voided even if the work is performed somewhere other than the dealership.

by Joe Santos

Published on May 13, 2021 6:34 pm

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Best New Cars Without CVT Transmissions

Manual transmissions are going the way of the dodo. So are fixed-ratio automatics. These cars still offer a traditional automatic.

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Published on May 13, 2021 6:04 pm

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Is There an Official Certification for Automotive Detailing You Should Look For?

When it comes to finding a mechanic, we mostly understand to look for certifications varifying that a mechanic has completed certain classes or has a certain level of knowledge, usually an ASE certification, but it there an equivalent certification for the technical skills and knowledge required to be a high-quality automotive detailer?

by Gabrielle DeSantis

Published on May 13, 2021 5:58 pm

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Save Money on Car Repairs by Using These Free Services at an Auto Parts Store

Taking your car to an auto parts store to get some minor services and repairs done can save you a lot of money. There are many services that they offer for free.

by Joe Santos

Published on May 13, 2021 5:32 pm

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Washing Your Car Wrong Now Can Hurt Its Resale Value

Keeping your car in good mechanical condition is a great way to reserve it's resale value down the road, but to many buyers, appearances are also important. That's why washing your car correctly and waxing it is an important and controllable way to help maintain your vehicle's resale value.

by Gabrielle DeSantis

Published on May 13, 2021 2:57 pm

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All the Reasons Why Hoarding Gasoline Is a Very Bad Idea

With the Colonial Pipeline getting back to pumping everyone should stop hoarding gasoline. But besides this development, there are lots of reasons why hoarding and storing quantities of gasoline is a very bad idea.

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