The Drive Behind the Industry
“What would cause this?” When your car won’t start, popping the hood is usually step one. But sometimes what you find under there raises more questions than answers, especially when…
“What would cause this?” When your car won’t start, popping the hood is usually step one. But sometimes what you find under there raises more questions than answers, especially when…
“Can you guys hear me?” A man in Austin, Texas says he had a frightening experience while riding in a Waymo. It may have you rethinking whether to take the…
“Recommend oil pan replacement.” While you’d expect most mechanics to rely on standardized tools and hardware, that’s not always the case. One technician says a previous mechanic’s creative workaround has…
“Gives parts of this industry a shady reputation.” A Subaru driver took her vehicle to a mechanic and was quoted $5,000 for a new transmission. So she went elsewhere. And…
“Math is also very useful in the real world.” A woman says that a little math helped her secure what she believes was a solid deal at a car dealership.…
“I can smell the vape juice just from this video.” Some used cars or trucks tell their story before you even start the engine. But can the brand of wheels…
“I’m going to…” To the general public uneducated about the finer points of automotive service, terms like “mechanic” and “technician” can seem interchangeable, with the split between the two not…
“Infiltrated the app.” A viral video showing a police officer apparently removing himself from Waze has viewers wondering if law enforcement can manipulate the crowdsourced traffic app. The comments developed…
“Firestone, here I come!” Getting your tire pressure wrong can lead to uneven wear, poor handling, and, eventually, serious safety risks on the road. Yet many drivers unknowingly rely on…