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Car & Driving Tips

Experts share advice on all things related to your car: from how and when to buy or lease a new or used car to how to manage car repairs and scheduled maintenance. Stay updated on car seat laws, learn the basics like how to change a tire, and get practical tips for driving safely and smartly.

A red 2021 Ford Mustang Mach-E on a desert highway.

If you’re thinking of buying, here are some prime candidates.

AAA Member uses the AAA mobile app to request battery testing

A routine yearly battery check can keep your engine running.

A car pulled over on the side of the road with a reflective warning triangle.

These common misunderstandings can damage your vehicle.

car driving on a wet road seen through a rainy windshield

Heading out in wind, rain, fog, or snow? A few easy tips will help you steer clear of trouble.

A woman with a flat tire calls for help.

Make sure your spare is ready to roll.

A truck drives on a wet road in the rain.

Precipitation can confuse the sensors that driver assistance systems rely on.

A squirrel sits on top of a car tire.

As the weather cools, rats, mice, and other creatures may seek refuge in your vehicle.

A woman fills her car at a gas station.

Is premium worth it? Is ethanol OK? Here’s what you need to know at the pump.

A woman yawns while driving.

Being tired behind the wheel can increase your risk of a crash.

Headlights create glare on a forest highway at night.

Headlights are in fact brighter these days. Here’s what you can do about it.

Happy woman driving a sedan.

Excelling at the basics of driving will help you stay safe on the road.

Windshield replacement specialists install new glass on a small car.

Fixing a broken windshield can keep money in your pocket.

A fire truck stopped in San Francisco.

Protect first responders and avoid an expensive ticket.

A teenager adjusts the mirrors in his parent's car before learning how to drive.

While the way we train new drivers has changed significantly, the essentials remain the same.

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