You try to turn on your car, and it just won’t start. Maybe the dashboard doesn’t even light up. A likely cause: The 12-volt battery is dead. All cars lose a little battery power when parked. If you ...

A well-maintained car can last 200,000 miles or more. About 12.5 years is the average age of a car on the road in the U.S. today. How well a car is maintained and driven is a significant component in ...

Installing your child’s car seat incorrectly makes it less safe in the event of a crash. Here’s how to fix some of the most ...

Tom Wiebell knows a lot about cars. During his career as a radio broadcaster around Columbus, Ohio, he reported on and tested new vehicles. When he realized he was having trouble seeing over the hood ...

The logistics involved with researching, financing, and locating your next car can be daunting, but they don’t have to be. Read on to learn about an all-in-one resource for helping you navigate this ...

When it comes to buying a new car, safety is the most important factor to consider.In 2024, the European Union announced, as part of its ‘New Vehicle General Safety Regulation’, that all new vehicles ...

Everyone loves the pleasant smells of a car air freshener. Not only does it give you something pleasant to look forward to every time you drive, but a strong air freshener can help mask and eliminate ...

Evan Coleman is an Updates Editor on the Credit Cards and Travel Rewards team at Forbes Advisor, showcasing his interest in personal finance and love of travel. He has written for a variety of local ...

If you can find cheap car insurance you can save a lot of money, but it isn’t always obvious how to get lower premiums. Dozens of car insurance companies, large and small, are vying for your business.

Penny Gusner is a senior insurance writer and analyst at Forbes Advisor. For more than 20 years, she has been helping consumers learn how insurance laws, data, trends, and coverages affect them. Penny ...