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    What to Do After a Car Accident

    Safety December 11, 2019

    Auto accidents can happen to anyone, no matter how safe a driver they are. Whether it’s a minor fender-bender in the neighborhood or a more serious collision on the highway, there are a few things you should always do when you’ve been involved in an accident. These tips will help you know what to do...

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    What to Do After a Car Accident [Video]

    New Drivers September 19, 2018

    Accidents can happen quickly, and it can be hard to remember everything you should do after one occurs. If you’re like most people, you studied it in driver’s education class in high school, then drove off with your freshly minted license and promptly forgot. To complicate matters, things have changed since the days when most...

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  • What to Do if Your Car Gets Totaled After an Accident

    Safety May 26, 2020

    You’re involved in a collision, and your car is towed away. You’re lucky to only have minor scratches and bruises, but the loss of your car is weighing heavily on your mind. Find out what happens when your car is totaled and what you should do. Prepare the following documentation Once you’ve begun filing your...

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  • A stressed man leaning over his car’s open hood, looking at the engine.

    Why Your Car Won’t Start

    Maintenance January 23, 2025

    It’s one of the worst things that can happen to a driver. You turn the key in your car’s ignition, perhaps hear a few alarming noises and then nothing. Whether in the parking lot after dinner, in your driveway before work, or at the rest stop after you’ve stopped for snacks, there’s never really a...

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  • A car being driven in the snow.

    How to Get Your Car Unstuck from Snow

    Maintenance January 16, 2025

    Getting stuck in the middle of a big pile of snow or on a stretch of ice can be an all-too-common occurrence during the cold winter months. Luckily, we have a few tips and tricks that can get your car free in no time, even if you don’t have one of the best vehicles for...

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    How to Remove Bad Smells From Your Car

    Maintenance October 31, 2024

    Everyone wants to maintain the new car smell as long as possible. But what do you do when the air turns musty? Here’s a look at 6 common causes of car odors and how you can remove them. How to check for hidden odor sources Cars are full of hard-to-reach spots, so make sure you...

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  • A person driving a car with their hand on the gear shift.

    Cheap Car Rental Tips

    Buying / Selling October 8, 2024

    There might come a time when you need to rent a car — either when you’re on vacation or even when your car is in the shop. Whatever the situation, it’s important to know the ins and outs of renting a car, which can help you avoid the most common hidden fees that rental agencies...

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  • A person driving a car with their hand on the gear shift.

    How Does Inflation Affect Car Repairs?

    Maintenance March 22, 2024

    Because inflation affects our day-to-day lives, worrying about inflation affecting car repairs is understandable. As of August 2023, car maintenance prices had increased 23% over the previous year. There are many reasons for this, including a shortage of workers and car parts. Also, because the technology on cars has advanced, repairs to the high-tech features...

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    What to Do in a Hit-and-Run Accident

    Safety November 17, 2023

    A car accident can be a very traumatic and stressful event in your life, especially if the other person involved flees the scene. Unfortunately, this happens more than you might realize. It’s important to keep calm and follow these necessary steps to protect both yourself and your car. What is a hit-and-run? A hit-and-run occurs...

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    9 Items to Include in an Emergency Car Kit

    Safety January 11, 2023

    Make sure your vehicle is prepared in case of an emergency, with these 9 items.

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  • A woman smiling while leaning out of an open car door.

    First-Time Car Buyer’s Guide: Tips and Tools

    Buying / Selling December 22, 2022

    Want to buy your first car but don’t know where to start? Follow these tips to set yourself up for success.

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  • A finger pushing the start engine button in a car.

    What You Need to Know About Push-Button-Start Cars

    Technology & Trends December 6, 2022

    Thinking about buying a push-button-start car? Here’s what you need to know before you buy.

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    Most Reliable Luxury Cars

    Buying / Selling March 15, 2022

    Everyone has a dream car, that sleek sports coupe or polished classic you spend years thinking about, just waiting for the right time to make it a reality. But before you go signing the dotted line and doing some cartwheels in the parking lot, it’s worth considering the wisdom of your purchase. After all, most...

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    Car Axles: What They Are and Everything You Should Know

    Maintenance February 24, 2022

    Press the gas pedal, and it goes. Hit the brakes, and it stops. But underneath the seamless design of a car there’s a lot of complexity. Many parts work together in perfect synchrony to keep your car running smoothly. One part, in particular, is important for connecting your engine to the wheels it powers: the...

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    What to Do if You Lose Your Car Keys

    Family & Life December 10, 2021

    It’s something you never want to think about but losing your car keys can happen to just about anybody. No matter how careful you are, all it takes is one second of forgetfulness to send yourself into a spiral of panic and anxiety. If you’ve never lost your car keys before, you might be surprised...

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