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5 Things to Check Before Your Car Warranty Expires This Spring

Automotive

5 Things to Check Before Your Car Warranty Expires This Spring

February 13, 2026
By Brandon Marcus
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Spring is full of chores and important tasks. But while you’re busy cleaning out closets and swapping winter coats for lighter jackets, there’s one important deadline that doesn’t care about seasonal vibes: your car warranty expiration date. When … [Read more...] about 5 Things to Check Before Your Car Warranty Expires This Spring

Transmission Trouble Often Starts With This Overlooked Driving Habit

Automotive

Mechanics Say This One Driving Habit Quietly Destroys Transmissions in Cold Weather

February 4, 2026
By Brandon Marcus
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Ever felt that heart-stopping jolt when your car hesitates to shift gears or slips unexpectedly? Most drivers panic and think their transmission is failing overnight. The truth is, transmission trouble doesn’t always arrive suddenly—it often creeps … [Read more...] about Mechanics Say This One Driving Habit Quietly Destroys Transmissions in Cold Weather

The $10,000 Mistake: 8 "harmless" Driving Habits That Are Destroying Your Engine

Cars

The $10,000 Mistake: 8 “Harmless” Driving Habits That Are Destroying Your Engine

January 25, 2026
By Brandon Marcus
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Your car doesn’t usually scream when something’s wrong. It whispers. It sighs. It quietly keeps score while you go about your day, coffee in hand, playlist queued up, convinced you’re treating it just fine. The trouble is that many drivers aren’t … [Read more...] about The $10,000 Mistake: 8 “Harmless” Driving Habits That Are Destroying Your Engine

These Are 8 Noises That Mean Stop Driving Immediately

Automotive

8 Noises That Mean Stop Driving Immediately

January 23, 2026
By Brandon Marcus
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Your car is rolling along like a loyal companion, and then—out of nowhere—it makes a noise that raises the hair on your arms. Not the usual hum or the harmless rattle of loose change, but a sound that feels wrong in your bones. Cars don’t speak … [Read more...] about 8 Noises That Mean Stop Driving Immediately

9 Auto Repairs That Cost Triple When Ignored Too Long

Automotive

9 Auto Repairs That Cost Triple When Ignored Too Long

January 18, 2026
By Brandon Marcus
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Your car isn’t just a machine—it’s a loyal companion that takes you to work, road trips, and those late-night taco runs you’ll regret in the morning. But here’s the catch: when your car starts whispering warnings, ignoring them can transform minor … [Read more...] about 9 Auto Repairs That Cost Triple When Ignored Too Long

Here Are 6 Car Mods That Reduce Reliability Instantly

Cars

6 Car Mods That Reduce Reliability Instantly

January 17, 2026
By Brandon Marcus
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The engine fires up, the exhaust growls, and everything feels just a bit more exciting than stock. Mods have a way of making drivers feel connected to their cars, like co-conspirators in a quest for speed, style, or sound. But excitement can come at … [Read more...] about 6 Car Mods That Reduce Reliability Instantly

High Used Car Prices: 5 Surprising Reasons They Aren't Going Down

Cars

High Used Car Prices: 5 Surprising Reasons They Aren’t Going Down

January 16, 2026
By Brandon Marcus
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If you’ve been hunting for a used car lately, you probably felt a little sticker shock. What used to feel like a good deal now looks more like a luxury purchase, and suddenly that mid-range sedan you had your eye on costs as much as a brand-new small … [Read more...] about High Used Car Prices: 5 Surprising Reasons They Aren’t Going Down

These Are 7 Repairs That Appear Cheap But Spiral Quickly

Lifestyle

7 Repairs That Appear Cheap But Spiral Quickly

January 12, 2026
By Brandon Marcus
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The invoice looks harmless. The problem sounds tiny. The fix feels like a quick win you can knock out between dinner and a TV episode. That’s exactly how these repairs lure you in. They whisper promises of small bills and easy victories, then laugh … [Read more...] about 7 Repairs That Appear Cheap But Spiral Quickly

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