Love it or hate it, a lot of cars have black textured trim instead of chrome. This material — sometimes rubbery, sometimes more like plastic — is used to provide a bit of extra protection along fender flares and side skirts, add visual interest and break up big areas of body color. It also can make vehicles look a...

Autumn is here, and that means the risk of hitting deer on rural roads and highways is rising, especially around dusk and during a full moon. Deer cause over 1 million motor vehicle accidents in the U.S. each year, resulting in more than $1 billion in property damage, about 200 human deaths and 29,000 serious injuries. Property damage insurance...

　　The Manitoba government will begin offering an EV discount of up to $4,000 on purchase of an electric or plug-in hybrid vehicle.In early October, the New Democratic Party won the Manitoba election, bringing a First Nations representative to the helm of the province for the first time. 　　The new NDP government will present its first budget this week, and a...

Subaru Solterra MSRP $44,995.00 Score Details The Subaru Solterra has a top range of 227 miles on the lowest-end Premium trim. This simply isn't good enough. Pros AWD standard Spacious interior Good amount of storage Cons Limited range Slow charging speed Not the most performant Subaru is finally getting into the EV game. The Subaru Solterra is built to usher...

　　Why would I buy it?Clutch-less drive experienceTurbo petrol powerEase of use Why would I avoid it?Missing featuresiMT’s limited appealWhat is it?Overall Score8 / 10 　　It’s the clutch-less manual version of the Kia Seltos, a crossover with the most extensive engine and gearbox combinations in its segment. There’s a naturally aspirated petrol, turbo petrol, and a turbo diesel engine option. As...

Truck drivers in the United States use a lot of diesel fuel — 38 billion gallons (144 billion liters) a year, according to the American Trucking Associations (ATA) industry group. So you might think it's one group that clearly wouldn't want to see a federal fuel-tax hike, as it would increase its costs. After all, truckers already pay a...

Short answer: motorcycles. But on this episode of CarStuff, hosts Ben Bowlin and Scott Benjamin aren't interested in the short answer. Instead, they go full throttle into the long answer. Which is still motorcycles, but they pack in a lot of pertinent information as to why that's so, and they discuss numerous ways that motorcycles could be and becoming...

Imagine this: you’re driving down the highway on a hot summer day, and suddenly, you notice steam coming from under the hood of your car. Your heart starts racing as you realize you have a coolant leak. Knowing how to identify and fix a coolant leak can save you from a potential disaster and costly repairs. In this blog...

Are you experiencing a soft brake pedal, or have you noticed a suspicious puddle beneath your vehicle? You might be dealing with a brake fluid leak. Brake fluid leaks not only compromise your vehicle’s performance, but also pose a serious safety risk. In this blog post, we’ll explore the causes and signs of brake fluid leaks, locate their sources,...

Ever felt your car behave strangely, like an unexpected stalling or engine sputtering? It might be trying to tell you something. As a car owner, knowing how to identify the signs of a failing fuel pump is essential to ensure a smooth and safe driving experience. In this blog post, we’ll guide you through the most common bad fuel...

Imagine this: you’re about to leave for an important appointment, and your car refuses to start. Panic sets in, and you wonder if it’s a bad alternator vs bad battery situation. Don’t worry! In this blog post, you will learn how to identify the culprit and discover the common symptoms of both a bad battery and a faulty alternator....

You might remember the splashy debut of the Tesla Cybertruck, with its sharply folded, origami-like angles. Well, origami with a postapocalyptic vibe, maybe. You might also remember that at the end of the Cybertruck's unveiling, company founder Elon Musk announced that Tesla had made a matching all-terrain vehicle, and it came rolling out of the back of the truck....

If you've ever driven on an American highway you know them: They're the big blue signs near interstate exits showing travelers the nearest gas, food and hotel or motel options. They're officially called interstate logo signs or specific service signs. But the places featured are not random. Scoring a spot on these signs boosts profits for many companies –...

A route planner app takes the guesswork out of your commute and helps you navigate through the chaos with ease. No more sitting in bumper-to-bumper traffic, feeling frustrated and stressed. One of the key benefits of a route planner app is its ability to provide real-time traffic updates. With the click of a button, you can access up-to-date information...

Customer satisfaction is crucial for any business, and a route optimizer can help you enhance it. By optimizing your driving routes, you can provide more accurate estimated arrival times to your customers. This allows them to plan their day accordingly and reduces the chances of missed or delayed appointments. Moreover, by optimizing your routes and minimizing the time spent...