Economy

Take Control of Rising Gas Prices
Consumers can add miles to every gallon they pump by following a few easy and inexpensive maintenance steps with their car, SUV, minivan or pickup truck.

Spend Your Tax Refund on One of Your Biggest Investments
Maintaining present vehicle may be key to long-term financial happiness. The Car Care Council estimates that more than $62 billion in vehicle maintenance and repair is not performed every year, evidence that there is considerably more that consumers should be doing to protect their automotive investment.

Penny Wise - Pound Foolish Auto Glass Decisions
There are thousands of responsible auto glass companies in the U.S. that perform high-quality, safe windshield replacement. If you know what questions to ask in selecting a glass shop, and what to look for during the installation, you greatly improve the odds of avoiding the unprofessional practitioner.

Maintaining Present Vehicle May Make Financial Sense
Although you may want to get rid of your present vehicle in favor of a new car, taking better care of your current set of wheels may make much more sense in the long run-helping you achieve a goal of financial freedom.

147 Million Gallons of Wasted Gas? It's a Drop in the Bucket
Loose gas caps are among many reasons for wasted fuel.

How to Shop For A Battery
Knowing the terminology of battery ratings helps in this buying decision.

Keeping Your Leased Car or Buying an Off-Lease? Check It Out
An off-lease vehicle can be a good deal if you know what you're getting into.

The Road to a Long-Lasting Automobile
Auto technicians say the key to keeping vehicles running well-today and down the road-is routine maintenance.

Fuel Savings Tips as Gas Prices Soar
With gas prices exceeding two dollars a gallon in many parts of the country, the Car Care Council is offering gas-saving maintenance and driving tips that really work.

Stress Management Works for Holidays and Automobiles
Take care of your car's seasonal services immediately and make plans to get ahead of the game next year. An early visit to your repair facility provides the opportunity to budget for unanticipated repairs.