Autos

Program offers eligible Californians up to $1,200 in repair assistance and $1,000 or $1,500 for vehicle retirement Great for the consumer and great for the environment, California’s Smog Check Program is an important part of the state’s efforts to improve the air we breathe while helping Californians. Smog Checks are…

If you’re a bad guy, you want to make sure you have a reliable getaway car, right? Every cops-and-robbers movie has a trusty escape vehicle of some kind idling at the curb. How else are you going to do a successful grab-and-run? Well, you can’t—if your car isn’t working right.…

If you start your vehicle and hear a nice, loud roar that only gets louder when you hit the gas, you might want to look under the car—you may be one of the latest victims of the catalytic converter theft craze. Catalytic converter thefts are on the upswing, especially in…

Driving represents freedom, connection, and independence. These values don’t change as we age, but our physical and mental abilities to drive may. That’s why the National Highway Traffic and Safety Administration (NHTSA) is working to get the word out about safety for older drivers.

Imagine buying a new or used vehicle only to have it break down. If the new or used vehicle comes with a manufacturer’s warranty, you can take it back to the dealer for repairs. Despite their efforts to “fix” the vehicle, it still keeps breaking down again and again. That’s…

Make a difference for your vehicle, your wallet, and even your life When was the last time you checked your tires? If you can’t remember, the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has many reasons why you should make regular tire care a priority, including: Saving money—Properly inflating your tires…

Free app alerts you if your car—or even parts of your car—has recalls issued A quarter of vehicles currently on the road have an unrepaired recall, putting drivers, passengers, and even those around them at risk. That’s why the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) created the SaferCar app. This…

Eligible consumers may receive up to $1,200 in emissions-related repairs SACRAMENTO – The Bureau of Automotive Repair (BAR) has adopted emergency regulations updating the Consumer Assistance Program (CAP) to increase assistance contributions available to consumers during the ongoing state of emergency in California. The regulations increase the state’s contribution toward…

Do you like having some walnuts now and then—a solid, healthy snack? Your car may feel the same way. Up until a few years ago, some manufacturers were making fuel-injected engines that, over time, have a tendency to get gunk buildup on valves, reducing engine performance in several ways: loss…

Licensed repair professionals can help keep your older car safe Birthdays are causes for celebration: another year in the rear-view mirror, but a new one just around the corner. Those annual recognitions go for your car, too, and added years mean added cause to make sure your vehicle’s running smoothly,…