Auto Advice and Maintenance

Subaru X-Mode: What It Is and Why You Need It

Subaru's legendary full-time all-wheel drive and manually-activated X-Mode go hand-in-hand.

Preparing Your Car for Winter Storage: 10 Key Tips

From preventing corrosion to preventing rodents living in your engine bay, if your car is taking its long-term winter slumber, here are some things to consider before putting your baby to rest.

What is Android Auto and What Exactly Does it Do?

Currently, most cars have Android Auto capability, and some are wireless. But what is it, what does it do, and what cars have it? We explain.

What Is Apple CarPlay: Everything You Need to Know

Automakers are integrating Apple CarPlay into new vehicles with aftermarket head units available for older cars. But what is CarPlay? The apps? We explain.

Spring Car Revival: How to Wake Your Vehicle After Winter Storage

Here are seven expert tips to help you start your car after long winter storage, from checking the battery to inspecting the tires.

Car Brakes Vibrating Like Crazy: What It Means & How to Fix It

Why are your car brakes vibrating and how do you fix it? We break it down, from possible alignment problems & imbalanced brake rotors to subpar brake pads.

If Airbags Deploy is a Car Totalled & Written-Off?

Do insurance companies consider a car 'totalled' if the airbags deploy? What's considered a write-off and can you install your own airbags?

BWW Apple CarPlay: Everything You Need to Know

Is Apple CarPlay available for BMW? Which models (new & old) include it & is it free? Is retrofitting CarPlay in pre-2017 models possible?

Why Does My Car Shake When I Brake?

If you brake and it feels like you’re driving across rumble strips, you have a problem.

How To Change a Car Battery Yourself (And How Long They Last)

Our expert, Kelly Taylor, shares preparation tips for removing the old battery and installing the new one. Plus, a look at how long car batteries last.