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Ways To Wash a Car Without a Hose

Are you out of luck if you want to wash your car but don't have a hose? No. Learn how...


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8 Benefits of an Eco-Friendly Car Wash

Think it's good for the environment to wash your car at home? An eco-friendly car wash is much better, and...


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How Much Is an Oil Change?

One of the best things you can do for you car is change the oil regularly. Whether you do it...


These Auto Insurers Won’t Cover Some Hyundai, Kia Vehicles After Thefts

Here are the specific car models being affected by these changing insurance policies.


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How Often Do You Need to Replace the Air Filter in a Car?

Knowing the frequency is key to protecting the engine and keeping it running smoothly for years.


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What Is Car Detailing?

If you're asking what is car detailing, you've come to the right place. Find out what it is, what you...


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7 Best Car Window Cleaner Tools

Having trouble cleaning your car's windows? It's tough without the right tools and know-how. Check out our favorite car window...


This Clever Gadget Turns Your Car Mirror Into a Dash Cam

Capture important moments while driving or when your car is parked—the Wolfbox Dash Cam offers a second pair of eyes...

Best Interior and Exterior Car Wash Kits for A Complete At-Home Car Care

Love a clean car? The best car wash kits help you achieve that showroom-like sparkle and shine.


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The 14 Best Car Cleaning Products to Make Your Ride Shine Inside and Out

Shop the best car cleaning products, according to both experts and product reviewers.


7 Anti-Theft Car Devices You Can Buy

Keep your vehicle secure and prevent break-ins with these anti-theft car devices.


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How to Clean Crevices in a Car

How often do you clean the inside of your car? This is one chore that drops off the radar. We'll...


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A Guide To Spring Cleaning Your Car

With spring comes sunshine and warmer weather, and a perfect opportunity to clean your vehicle.


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If Your Car Is Making These Noises, This Is What It Could Mean

Your car is always giving you feedback, but are you listening?


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These 9 Innovations Made Cars Safer and More Comfortable

Once thought of as science fiction, advanced vehicle technologies are improving driving safety and decreasing the number of accidents.


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What Are Cars Made Of Other Than Steel?

Your car or truck is made of extraordinary materials. Read on to learn what they are.


The 6 Best Car Snow Removal Tools of 2024

Attention drivers: These car snow removal tools will get you out of the cold and into your toasty vehicle as...

6 Best Ice Scrapers and Snow Brushes of 2024

Make snowy and icy winter mornings less miserable with the best ice scraper. We tested these in Minnesota!


All the Costs Of Owning an Electric Vehicle

Electric vehicles save at the "pump" and have lower maintenance costs. But are they really less expensive to own? Here's...


How To Drain an RV Water Heater

Periodically draining your RV water heater is key to keeping it operating safely and efficiently.


Hyundai and Kia Are Giving Away Free Locks After Targeting By Car Thieves

Car thefts driven by social media made Hyundai and Kia an easy target. Now the brands are offering free steering-wheel...


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What Does a Red or Yellow Dot on Your Tires Mean?

If you had new tires installed recently, red and yellow paint dots on the sidewall are perfectly normal. Here's why...


Chemical Guys New Car Smell Air Freshener Review: Over-hyped or Hype-worthy?

This bestselling air freshener spray makes even the grossest cars smell brand new!

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Why Don’t Both of My Car’s Battery Terminals Have Covers?

With the negative car battery terminal connected to the frame, covering only the positive battery terminal minimizes the dangers of...


Should You Clean Glass Surfaces with Shaving Cream?

Looking for a better way to clean glass? This TikTok hack offers a solution, so we tried it out.


Can This Cheap Glass Cleaner Get Stains Out of Your Car’s Upholstery?

Can you remove car upholstery stains with a glass cleaner from the dollar store? We tested this TikTok hack to...


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Say Goodbye to Foggy Headlights with This DIY Restoration Kit

If your headlights could use some freshening up, give this Family Handyman Approved headlight restoration kit a try.


If You See an Orange Tag on a Car, This Is What It Means

Hint: That orange tag was put there by local law enforcement.


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Here’s What Those Little Black Dots on a Windshield Are For

The little black dots on your car's windshield actually perform some important functions.