What cars have the lowest cost of ownership?

What cars have the lowest cost of ownership? Read on to find out! There's more to the cost of owning a car than just paying the sticker price; in fact, the car with the lower sticker price might just turn out to be more expensive over the long haul. In other words, you might have the cash to buy a car, but not the income to afford to own it. That's the difference between price and total cost of ownership (TCO). The total cost of ownership (over five years) includes six factors: Depreciation accounts for 46 percent of TCO (the average model depreciates 65 percent). Fuel costs mount up quickly -- especially for...

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The Red-light Camera Quiz

Red-light cameras may seem technologically cut-and dry, but that's far from reality. They've saved lives, but they've also stirred up more controversy that most other traffic control devices on the roads to date. See how knowledgeable you are about some of the more picayune and esoteric aspects of this growing debate. Follow the link to get started: http://auto.howstuffworks.com/red-light-camera-quiz.htm...

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Different Types Of Tires That You Should Know About

What’s the difference between All-season, Winter and Summer tires? Read on to find out. If you want winter tires, don't wait — the retail season is in full swing right now. You might find yourself out of luck if you procrastinate until the first snow fall. Tire manufacturers have already built all the winter tires for this season, so when supplies run out, that's it. Here are some tips to guide you through the process: All-season tires: Based on our testing, all-season tires provide good all-around traction to handle dry, wet, and wintry conditions, but they tend not to be a master of any one condition. All-season tires are a good choice...

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Hot Weather Tips For Your Car

Check out these hot weather tips for your car. The prolonged hot weather we've been having is hard on vehicles, but a little preventive maintenance can go a long way toward ensuring that you don't wind up stranded on the side of the road withering in the heat while waiting for a tow truck. Cars are complicated beasts and, of course, anything can go wrong at any time. But experts say there are four main problem areas that crop up as the mercury rises: batteries, tires, radiators and air conditioners. "The extreme heat makes the acid and the fluid inside of them (car batteries) expand, which can cause them to start leaking," says Jim...

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11 car-care tips that save gas

Below are some car care tips that you may not have thought of in order to save gas. 11. Fill up with a lower-octane gasoline. Buy the lowest grade or octane of gasoline that is appropriate for your car. Unless your car requires premium gasoline, filling up your car with high-octane fuel is a waste of money. That pricey premium fuel won't boost your car's fuel economy or performance in the least, so skip it. If you're not sure what grade of fuel works best for your car, open up your owner's manual and take a look. As long as your engine doesn't knock or ping when you fuel up with regular unleaded, you're good to drive on this much cheaper...

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Top 10 Car Maintenance Tips

10: Check Your Tires Tires are one of the most overlooked parts of a car. According the Rubber Manufacturers Association (RMA), only one out of 10 drivers checks his or her tire pressure correctly, compared with almost seven out of 10 who wash their cars regularly [source: RMA]. But the truth is that an under-inflated, over-inflated, worn down or misaligned tire can be extremely dangerous, particularly in hot summer weather. 9: Change Oil and Oil Filter Oil is the lifeblood of your car. It keeps hardworking engine parts running clean, smooth and cool. Most owner's manuals suggest that you change your oil and oil filter every 7,500 miles (12,070 kilometers). Oil change specialists suggest every 3,000 miles (4,828 kilometers) or three months. The fact is, most of us do a lot of heavy...

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