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Like breathing, most owners don't think about their vehicle's cabin air filter,
but they're critical to breathing easy in the car. Here's what you need to
know.
By Matt Schmitz
December 17, 2018
Here are 10 tips from the National Insurance Crime Bureau for spotting a
flood-damaged car.
By Matt Schmitz
December 7, 2018
Improper Christmas tree transport risks damaging what you just bought.
Here are six ways to avoid Tannenbaum trouble.
By Matt Schmitz
November 26, 2018
Traveling for the holiday is always a pain, but this year, just getting to the
airport could be a hellish journey.
By Cars.com Editors
November 13, 2018
If you have a hot car but live in a cold-weather state, repeat exposure to
Old Man Winter can do a number on your beloved ride. So, what to do?
Here are a few tips.
By Kelsey Mays
November 2, 2018
As the holiday season approaches, here's everything you need to know
about car shopping this winter.
By Jennifer Geiger
November 1, 2018
Sept. 23-29 is Child Passenger Safety Week - a great time to learn how to
avoid common car-seat mistakes. Here are five that can easily be fixed.
By Jennifer Geiger
November 1, 2018
On Halloween, the scariest thing for parents of trick-or-treaters are the
cars in the street. Here are a few ways to stay safe for the holiday.
By Matt Schmitz
October 26, 2018
Gen Z teenagers are just as bad at driving as the generations of teens that
came before them. Here are some ways to make driving safer - both for
them and everyone else.
By Matt Schmitz
October 19, 2018

Got an emissions or smog test coming up? Here's everything you need to know about the tests, including what to do if your car fails.
By Kelsey Mays
October 1, 2018