Uh-oh, your car's battery is dead, the brakes are squealing or a taillight bulb just burned out. Your first instinct might be to schedule a service appointment at the local dealership or independent ...

We may receive a commission on purchases made from links. Just as death and taxes are unavoidable in life, maintenance cannot be avoided if you own a car. Since cars are one of the largest purchases ...

After buying a new car, truck, van, or SUV, the most expensive aspect of ownership is generally maintenance. Routine maintenance can be expensive and for those who avoid routine maintenance, the cost ...

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We may receive a commission on purchases made from links. A first apartment, home, car, or dorm room always comes with surprises, especially for the often-naive new owners. Little problems often pop ...

We earn commissions from purchases you make using links in our articles. Learn more. Uh-oh, your car’s battery is dead, the brakes are squealing or a taillight bulb just burned out. Your first ...