Trolling the endless aisles of chromed doodads and high-tech electronics at the Specialty Equipment Manufacturers Association (SEMA) show, once in a while it's refreshing to come across a nice, simple, practical product that just makes sense.This year's unofficial better...

Car tire buyers are a happy lot, with 95 percent reporting they were satisfied with their retail experience, according to a new Consumer Reports survey. However, more than half of tire shoppers did not research their purchase, especially when...

We’ve seen a number of devices at the Specialty Equipment Manufacturers Association (SEMA) show this year that claim to help reduce distracted driving by allowing connectivity addicts to stay in touch using hands-free texting and voice mail behind the...

A new line of locks that can be opened with a car ignition key was introduced this week at the Specialty Equipment Manufacturers Association (SEMA) show, aimed at outdoor enthusiasts, boaters, contractors, and anyone else who routinely needs to...

Drivers looking for an electronic navigational assistant have more choices than ever these days. Basic dedicated GPS navigators can be found for less than $100, and they are still a wise choice if you don't mind carrying a single-purpose...

A new mobile tire sales and installation service has begun operation in the Washington, D.C., area, called TireVan. A concierge-type service, TireVan will come to you home or office to deliver, mount, balance, and install your new tires. And...

Fall is an important time to give your car a thorough checkup, before it has to carry you through cold winter months of potentially foul weather. Keeping up with routine maintenance can help ensure reliable operation, and some key...

Our latest car battery test shows that you don't have to spend a fortune to get a top performer. In fact, our tests show that some $75 models work as well or better as competitors at twice the price.We...

Goodyear recently showcased its new winter tires for SUVs and pickup trucks at a press conference in what might seem an unlikely location: Florida. With no snow in the forecast anytime soon, the McKinley Climatic Laboratory at Eglin Air...

OnStar has announced plans to increase the services and capabilities offered by its telematics services, available on General Motors vehicles. Part of the plan is to allow users to stay more connected to social media sites like Facebook and...