Car Sense

Fact or Fiction? Debunking Deer Collisions
Will a whistle actually scare deer away from your car? Learn which deer rumors are fact, and which are fiction.

Protect Your Pets from Hot Cars
Hundreds of pets die in hot cars each year. Leaving a pet in a hot car is dangerous. Car temperatures can climb to well over 115 degrees, in just a matter of minutes. Read about ways to keep your pets safe in the summer heat.

10 Safety Tips for Boating With Dogs
Whether your boat passengers have four legs or two, you’ll want to do all that you can to keep everyone safe as you sail or motor across the waves.

The 5 Best Boating Locations on the Great Lakes
The Great Lakes region has some of the best boating locations in the United States. Check out this roundup of the top boating locations before planning your summer getaway.

How to Cancel Car Insurance
If you need to cancel your car insurance, how do you do it?

How to Prevent Catalytic Converter Theft
A surprising type of automotive crime is on the rise. Is your car at risk?

Myths and Facts About Car Washes
Car washes are good for more than just making your car look shiny and clean.

Buying a Car from a Private Seller
You found the perfect car, but it’s not at a dealership. Here’s what to know when buying from a private seller.

So You Want to Buy an RV
From types and costs to RV insurance, here's what you need to know.

Motorcycle Awareness: 4 Tips for Sharing the Road
Check your blind spots... twice. It's motorcycle season.

IIHS: The Safest Cars of 2023
Tougher criteria and stricter crash prevention systems: See which cars made this year's TOP SAFETY PICK lists.

Dashboard Lights: What Do They Mean?
Uh oh – there’s a light on your dashboard. What does it mean?