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202406 do I need to use oil or gas additives scaled jpg
Although most engine oil and gasoline varieties work fine on their own, sometimes they could use a little help with an additive.
202406 what is ceramic coating scaled jpg
A ceramic coating is supposed to be better, tougher and longer-lasting than traditional wax, but that can be both good and bad.
202402 hidden costs of ev scaled jpg
Are there hidden costs that could make owning an EV as much or more expensive? The evidence is no, not over time.
202405 do hybrid tires last longer than gas tires scaled jpg
Electric vehicles tend to wear out tires more quickly compared to similar gasoline cars, and it can be worse on performance-oriented models that are fitted with softer tires for better grip.
202405 ev and gas car maintenance cost scaled jpg
Regular maintenance for a hybrid, including normal wear and tear, generally doesn’t entail higher costs than a conventional gas-only vehicle, but repairs can be more complicated.
X things to know about hybrids 2 jpg
You probably know buying a hybrid car will save you some gas, if you’re comparing it with a similar non-hybrid. But there are some things you might not know.
chevrolet trax activ 1 2l turbo 2024 29 interior climate control scaled jpg
The beauty of automatic climate control is that you simply set the temperature you want, and the system will do whatever’s best to get to and maintain that temperature in the cabin.
202404 how long do brakes last scaled jpg
How long brakes last depends on factors like how the car is driven and the condition of the rest of the braking system.
202403 how long do tires last scaled jpg
Although original-equipment tires can last for 50,000 miles or more, how long any tire lasts is dependent not only on the tire itself, but on how that car is maintained.
car dealership 2022 56 customer dealership service scaled jpg
After recording its first dip in 28 years in the 2023 study, the agency says customer satisfaction with dealership service logged a 5-point increase for 2024.