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20+ Affordable Car Accessories That Make Driving Safer
From backup cameras to LED road flares, these great gadgets will make you wonder how you ever got by without them.
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Bet You Didn’t Know Your Car Key Fob Could Do This!
Sure, your key fob can unlock your car—but who'd have guessed it could perform these nifty tricks as well?
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This is *Exactly* When You Should Switch to Winter Tires
No, it's not after the first snowfall.
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Always Keep This in Your Glove Box
Before you pull out of your driveway, make sure these five items are along for the ride.
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Tips For Buying a Replacement Car Battery
Battery failure is a fairly common car maintenance issue, but finding the right replacement isn’t always easy.
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The Biggest Mistake Parents Make with Car Seats in Winter
Failing to take this step *before* strapping your little ones into their car seats presents a major safety risk.
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7 Car Cleaning Accessories That Will Restore Your Ride
Automatic car washes can only do so much. Invest in these seven car cleaning accessories or a vehicle that looks...
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Keep These 14 Things in Your Car and You’ll Be Insanely More Productive
Every driver should stock up on the essentials for getting organized, staying safe, and managing everyday emergencies.
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How to Install a Backup Alarm in Your Car
Prevent accidents by replacing your car's backup bulbs with alarm bulbs to alert folks that you're reversing. It's a quick,...
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5 Car-Warming Accessories for Winter
Winter driving is tough enough without having to deal with the chills. Here's how to warm up your car interior...
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5 of the Best Car Accessories for 2016
Could your car use a bit of an upgrade? Add one (or all) of these new car accessories...
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Buying Guide: Child Car Seats
As a parent who drives, nothing's more important than the safety of your smallest passengers. Learn how to protect your...
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Buying Guide: Car Seat Covers
New car seat covers are a great way to refresh and protect your car interior. Here's what you need to...
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How to Upgrade Your Car Stereo
Considering upgrading your car stereo? Here are five popular car audio options.
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5 New Features that Turn Your Car into a Smartphone on Wheels
Once the realm of science fiction, these innovative car features are quickly becoming standard issue. Here are five ways new...
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5 Best Kid-Friendly Accessories for Your Car
Taking the family on a road trip? Don't leave the driveway before you've installed these kid-friendly car accessories.
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How to Install a GPS Mount in Your Car
Install a GPS holder, cell phone or other electronic device adapters to your dashboard without drilling or gluing. Here's how.
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How to Upgrade Your Car Audio System
The factory-standard car audio systems that ship with new vehicles often leave much to be desired, but thanks to a...
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6 Essential Truck Accessories
With the right truck accessories at your disposal, you can transform your set of wheels into a truly multi-purpose vehicle....
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Car Accessories: Roof Rack Safety Warning
Standard roof racks are not meant to carry heavy, wide loads, and can actually tear off at high speeds. Here's...