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Can A Lithium Battery Damage Your Alternator?
Swapping a lithium-ion battery in place of a lead-acid one may seem like a great idea, but it can spell disaster for your alternator. Here's why.
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Hawaii Is The Only State Without A Highway Patrol, But That Doesn't Mean You Can't Get Pulled Over
While Hawaii doesn't have a dedicated Highway Patrol unit, it does have a complex and somewhat fragmented law-enforcement system patrolling the roads.
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7 Popular EVs Ranked From Best To Worst Range
Looking at the seven best-selling EVs in the first half of 2026, it would seem that higher sales figures don't necessarily mean less range anxiety.
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USPS Wants To Improve 'Community Safety' With New Mail Truck Cameras
The U.S. Postal Service is installing high-resolution cameras in 100 mail trucks. It says the purpose is benign, but the news raises privacy issues.
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Here's How Much A 2021 Mercedes-Benz A-Class Has Depreciated In 5 Years
The sporty and compact A-Class was Mercedes' most affordable luxury sedan in 2021, but depreciation has turned it into an even bigger bargain five years later.
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6 Popular Used Chevrolet Hybrids Ranked By MPG
Chevrolet only ever offered six models as hybrids in America, and buyers who want a Chevy that saves money at the pump can now buy them all used.
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5 Pre-Owned Vehicles Bucking The 'Used Cars Are Getting More Expensive' Trend
Pre-owned prices have been running rampant since Covid hit, but these five models' used values have barely changed compared to what they traded for before 2020.
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What To Do When Car Repair Shops Say Your Car Is Too Unsafe To Drive
While a mechanic can't prevent you from driving away in a car they deem unsafe to drive, a failed safety inspection could make the vehicle illegal to operate.
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7 Of The Largest New SUVs Available With Four-Cylinder Engines
Four-pots have quietly become the standard for gas-powered cars, and many of the longest and most spacious new SUVs now offer these economical power mills.
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7 Facts About Zora Arkus-Duntov, The Father Of The Corvette
It turns out, transforming the Corvette into America's favorite sports car is just a small chapter in Zora Arkus-Duntov's ridiculously fascinating life story.
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This May Be The Rarest Ford Mustang Mach 1 Ever Made
With just 96 examples ever left the factory, half of them carrying 428 Super Cobra Jet big blocks, this instantly-recognizable orange Mach 1 is the one to have.
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The 5 Smallest Cars That Still Get IIHS Top Safety Pick Ratings
From new hatchbacks to small sedans, these surprisingly well-built compacts prove that, even when it comes to car safety, bigger isn't always better.
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These 15 States Don't Have Red Light Cameras, Here's Why
While at least 22 states and Washington DC still use red light cameras, at least 15 states explicitly block or heavily restrict remote traffic monitoring.
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What Are The Common Problems With 2021 Kia Stingers?
A used 2021 Kia Stinger looks like an incredible sports sedan bargain, but with a spotty history of reliability, owners need to watch out for several issues.
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These 7 4-Cylinder Engines Are Nearly Indestructible
Four-cylinder engines are among the most reliable engine configurations, but these seven near-bulletproof four-pots push that sentiment to a whole new level.
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5 '70s Sales Flops That Became Classics, And 5 Popular Cars That Didn't
Cars from the '70s were shaped by the 1973 oil crisis, making current views on popular and unpopular models nowhere close to what they were 50 years ago.
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The Staggering Number Of Flock Cameras That Dot US Highways
Flock Safety cameras cover 49 American states, with the number of these devices dotting American streets now in the six figures – most of them in cities.
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5 Fast, Powerful Mercedes That Aren't AMG-Branded
AMG has been synonymous with the fastest Mercedes models for decades, but Mercedes also snuck in a few ridiculously fast cars that never wore the AMG badge.
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The 7 Cheapest New Full-Size SUVs In 2026 Ranked By Price
We tracked down the most affordable proper full-size three-row SUVs currently on the market, and they include everything from luxury models to value offerings.
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These Are The Worst Places To Break Down, According To Drivers
Breaking down is never a good thing, but there are some places where mechanical failures can be more inconvenient than they might be elsewhere.
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5 Used Cars That Are Cheaper Than The 2TB iPhone Duo
The iPhone Duo with a storage capacity of 2TB costs about $3,200. With some careful shopping, a used car can actually be much cheaper than it.
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Consumer Reports Says EV Premiums Are Falling (But Energy Costs Are The Real Story)
EVs seem to be getting cheaper than ever, but the biggest variable for owners is how much money they can save on refueling compared to gas-powered cars.
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7 Family Vehicles Consumer Reports Says Can Easily Fit Multiple Car Seats
Each of these family cars easily fits three child seats in the second row, making them ideal choices for families with three young kids – and sometimes more.
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Here's How Much The 2021 Mercedes-AMG C-Classes Have Depreciated In 5 Years
Mercedes' AMG-powered C-Classes are cult heroes, but are they also a bargain used purchase? Here's how much the average five-year-old example has depreciated.
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5 Handheld Vacuums Tested By Consumer Reports That'll Make Cleaning Your Car A Breeze
Tired of dragging a shop vac around your driveway to clean your car? These handheld vacuums reviewed by Consumer Reports make things a little easier.
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Here's How Much A 2021 Chevy Silverado Has Depreciated In 5 Years
The Chevy Silverado is the second most popular pickup truck in America, but how does a used 2021 model compare to its rivals when it comes to depreciation?
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This IIHS Top Safety Pick Winner May Also Cost The Most To Insure
This hyper-popular sedan has earned five Top Safety Pick awards from IIHS since 2020, but its insurance is still almost double the national average.
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