You're Probably Not Checking Your Tire Pressure Enough It takes just minutes, but ignoring your tire pressure could cost you fuel, tire life—and potentially your safety. Motor1 · Aug 19
BMW Recalls 27,720 Sedans For Driveshaft Problem, Rollaway Risk Owners of affected BMW 5 Series, 7 Series, and 8 Series sedans must check recall status, rely on the parking brake, and schedule free dealer repairs. Motor1 · Aug 19
Car Seat Recall Steps Parents Should Take Before the Next Ride A car seat recall can turn an ordinary trip to daycare, school, the grocery store, or Grandma’s house into a very different kind of errand. The good news is that parents can take a few practical steps to find out whether a seat has a recall, determine what the recall… Clever Dude · Aug 18
Why Does My Tire Light Keep Coming On But I Don’t Need Any Air? Why does the tire light keep coming on when the tires seem perfectly fine? Usually, the dashboard warning has a reason, even when a pressure gauge says everything looks normal at the moment. Clever Dude · Aug 17
Car-Buying Fees Explained: Which Charges Deserve a Second Look? The sticker price rarely tells the whole story when buying a car. Once the paperwork reaches the desk, a perfectly respectable vehicle price can suddenly acquire document fees, preparation charges, delivery costs, add-ons, financing costs, and a parade of mysterious-sounding extras that make the final number feel like it wandered… Clever Dude · Aug 16
Woman Leaves Dodge Charger Parked Outside. Then Her Airbags Deploy For No Reason: ‘Never Seen This Happen Before’ "Don’t let them even TRY to deny that warranty." Motor1 · Aug 15
6 Police-Stop Myths That May Make a Routine Encounter Worse A routine traffic stop can go sideways surprisingly fast when a driver follows something heard from a friend, seen in a viral video, or remembered from an action movie. Six common police-stop myths can encourage arguments, sudden movements, unnecessary searches, or outright refusal to cooperate, turning a manageable roadside encounter… Clever Dude · Aug 15
Why AWD Isn't The Winter Advantage You Think It Is All-wheel drive can certainly help you get moving in a snowstorm, but the right tires might matter far more than the badge on your car. Motor1 · Aug 15
Server got a $1 tip from three women. Then they made a request that gave her the chance to get back at them: ‘Got them all arrested’ Be careful what you wish for. We Got This Covered · Aug 13
When's The Most Dangerous Time To Ride Your Motorcycle? It Probably Won't Surprise You If you're already a motorcycle commuter, you've probably already gotten a good sense of when it's most dangerous to ride. But now you have data. RideApart · Aug 13
Age Alone Predicts Little About Driving Safety, and the Real Warning Signs Are More Specific Federal safety officials say age is not the sole predictor of driving ability. Vision, reaction time, medications, and cognition matter more. Medical Daily · Aug 13
Tesla must physically recall over 20,000 Model 3 and Y EVs because their headlights are too bright Tesla’s latest recall proves even the most software-focused EV needs hardware fixes. TechRadar · Aug 12
Windshield Repair Costs Drivers Should Compare A windshield repair bill can range from a pleasantly small nuisance to a wallet-cringing surprise, depending on what cracked, where it cracked, and what sits behind the glass. Comparing windshield repair costs before handing over a credit card can reveal whether a quick repair makes more financial sense than a… Clever Dude · Aug 12
How to Check a Vehicle Recall After the First Notice Arrives A vehicle recall notice deserves more than a quick glance before it lands in the recycling bin. After the first notice arrives, the smartest move involves checking the vehicle by its VIN, confirming that the recall actually applies to that specific vehicle, and finding out whether a repair remains outstanding. Clever Dude · Aug 11
Clever Dude · Aug 11 7 Tire Mistakes That Become More Dangerous on Hot August Pavement Hot August pavement puts tires through a serious workout, so small maintenance mistakes deserve more attention than they might get on a mild spring morning. Underinflation, worn tread, old rubber, and neglected damage can all create problems when tires spend hour after hour rolling across hot roads.
InsideEVs · Aug 11 Tesla Recalls 20,000 Cars Over Uber-Bright Headlights Tesla has filed for an official recall with the NHTSA over its EV headlights being—in some cases—twice as bright as they're supposed to be at certain distances.
The Independent UK · Aug 11 Toyota recalls over 508,000 U.S. Camry models for a display error that may deactivate turn signals Toyota is recalling about 655,000 Camry vehicles globally due to a display error that may deactivate safety indicators
Clever Dude · Aug 10 What Vehicle Documents Should You Photograph Before a Road Trip? A road trip checklist usually covers the fun stuff first: snacks, sunglasses, chargers, playlists, and enough drinks to make the highway look like a reasonable life choice. But before the car rolls out of the driveway, one less glamorous task deserves attention: photographing the vehicle documents that could become incredibly…
Clever Dude · Aug 9 5 Car-Seat and Hot-Car Checks Dads Should Build Into Every Trip The family car often feels like command central, filled with snacks, toys, jackets, and the mysterious collection of items that somehow migrates into every cup holder. Amid the chaos, dads can build a few simple safety habits that make every trip safer, especially when it comes to car seats and…
Clever Dude · Aug 7 7 Pickup-Truck Tire and Load Mistakes That Show Up on Summer Road Trips Summer road trips turn pickup trucks into rolling adventure machines, hauling campers, coolers, tools, bikes, luggage, and enough snacks to stock a tiny convenience store. Those extra pounds can create tire and load problems when drivers forget that every truck has limits. A quick check before a long drive can…
Motor1 · Aug 7 Zoox Can Start Charging For Steering Wheel-Free Robotaxis In Las Vegas Federal regulators grant Zoox a two-year, 2,500-vehicle exemption in Las Vegas, testing how US robotaxi rules handle steering-wheel-free shuttles.
Medical Daily · Aug 6 Thirty-One Children Died of Vehicular Heatstroke Last Year, and Most Were Forgotten Rather Than Left NHTSA reports 31 child hot car deaths in 2025. How fast vehicles reach lethal heat, why children are more vulnerable, and what actually prevents it.
Motor1 · Aug 6 Cadillac CT5’s Shocking IIHS Failure: Driver’s Head Hit Sill IIHS’s newer SUV-style side and updated front crash tests expose key weaknesses in the 2026 Cadillac CT5 that its 5-star NHTSA rating misses.
InsideEVs · Aug 5 Zoox's Autonomous Pod Without A Steering Wheel Wants Your Money Now Zoox said that it will start charging for rides in Las Vegas on August 10. It's the first time this kind of vehicle has been put into commercial service.
Clever Dude · Aug 5 6 Dashboard Warning Lights That Should Not Be Covered With Tape A dashboard warning light can feel like an annoying little nagging voice from your car, but covering it with tape only hides the messenger, not the problem. Those glowing symbols exist to alert drivers about issues that may affect safety, reliability, or expensive repairs.