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In this U.S. state it is illegal to pump your own gas. Do you know what state it is? Find out in our article.

The Science Behind 'New Car Smell'

By Kristen Hall-Geisler

You might not be thrilled to learn the aroma is actually made up of volatile organic compounds, or VOCs. Read more >>

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Winter Driving: How to Put Chains on Tires

Tire chains can help to provide much-needed traction on snowy and icy winter roads. Read more >>

The Dirty Truth About How Often You Need Your Oil Changed

Everyone knows the standard is every 3,000 miles, right? Think again. Read more >>

What Happens if I Put Sugar in Someone's Gas Tank?

The answer depends when your car was made, but it's still not a nice thing to do. Read more >>

How to Jump-start a Car Battery

No matter how old (or new) your car is, knowing how to use jumper cables is a must. Read more >>

Running on Empty Could Be Bad for Your Car

Trust us — the wear and tear isn't worth running on fumes. Read more >>

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Forward, I am heavy; backward, I am not. What am I?

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