Category: Shopping Advice

Here in Ann Arbor, Michigan–home to Car and Driver HQ–winter is no joke. We regularly see heavy snowfalls, freezing rain, and frosty morning commutes. We have a garage stocked with standard snow brushes and ice scrapers, but Read Full

courtesy Whether your car is electric, internal combustion, or remote-controlled, it will have a battery. Here we focus on internal combustion and what you need to know before making a purchase. Car Battery FAQ There are two Read Full

Thule So you’ve invested stacks of your hard-earned money and hours of your precious time into choosing a pair of skis or a snowboard that’s going to turn you into a professional. But now you’re stuck folding Read Full

Courtesy If you have the space, a car canopy is a great way to keep your ride protected from the elements. Many of these top-rated examples have walls to block wind and could easily serve as a Read Full

Courtesy My first dent-pulling experience came as a teenager when the bumper of Mom’s Dodge Neon somehow found itself hugging a pay-phone post. The resulting dent proved too big for a mini suction-cup-type puller, and still resisted Read Full

Courtesy Whether you have a sedan or SUV, you might need more space than your vehicle provides, especially on a long family road trip. These cargo boxes, baskets, and roof rails add many cubic feet to your Read Full

Courtesy Tonneau covers don’t just protect your cargo from weather and thieves, they can save you gas, too. We’ve found them offered in several materials and price ranges, and even a variety of designs: some fold, others Read Full

Courtesy Seat covers come in all shapes and sizes, and in prices to fit any budget. They range from simple covers that protect your seats from dirt to heavy-duty materials that are completely waterproof. Always check to Read Full

Courtesy Many pickup trucks come pre-equipped with a hitch receiver, ready and raring to tow your favorite trailer. But let’s be honest: most of the time you’re not towing anything, and it just sits there empty, doing Read Full