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Articles by Andrew Sheldon
A Timeline of Car Radio History
From Motorola and in-car record players to cassettes, CDs and Bluetooth, replay the tracks of car radio history.
13 Car Superstitions and Phobias
Car superstitions and phobias are exceedingly common. Do you partake or suffer from any?
Are Electric Car Batteries Bad for the Environment?
Everyone knows about the clean aspects of electric car batteries, but there are a number of environmentally harmful ones that need to be addressed.
Why Are Banks Closing Branches?
A record number of bank branches have closed. What steps should you take when you can no longer visit in-person?
The History of the Tow Truck
Like many great inventions before and since, tow trucks were born out of necessity. A century later, they are the backbone of roadside assistance.
How to Prepare for a Road Trip
Follow these tips and tricks to ensure your next road trip is nothing but smooth sailing.
What to Do If Your Car Is a Lemon
If your car turns out to be a lemon, you may be able to get a refund or replacement. But only if you follow these steps.
Top Routes for a Cross-Country Road Trip
A cross-country road trip is on every traveler’s bucket list. But which route should you take? Here are four worth options that will get you from coast to coast.
The Worst Car Names Ever
For every Mustang or Gladiator, there’s a car name that leaves us uninspired, unimpressed or downright confused.
New and Used Car Prices Climbing to Record Highs
A drop in new vehicle production and surge in demand has resulted in limited inventory and high prices.
Synthetic vs. Conventional Oil: Which Should You Use?
We get to the bottom of the synthetic vs. conventional oil debate one question at a time.
All the Electric Pickup Trucks on the Horizon
Move over sedans and crossovers, electric pickup trucks are here! Get a look at the emission-free models coming soon.
The History of Crash Test Dummies
When pigs, cadavers and driverless cars couldn’t get the job done, crash test dummies were called upon to make cars safer.
The Most Stunning Scenic Locations in the Northeast
From mountain tops to cliffs to shorelines, these are some of the most scenic locations in the Northeast.
Are These The Most Nerve-Racking Roads in the World?
America has some perilous paths, but they’re nothing compared to the dangerous roads drivers around the world must contend with.
The History of Car Batteries
Retracing the enduring history of car batteries, from 19th-century France to underneath the hood of your car.
Deputy Secretary Polly Trottenberg Discusses Infrastructure Act
The U.S. Department of Transportation’s number two official explains how the historic legislation will transform the country’s infrastructure.
Hidden Effects Winter Weather Can Have on Your Car
Keep an eye out for these potential cold-weather car issues and learn how to deal with them before you hit the road.
Unique Museums of the Northeast
From classic candies to silver screen treasures and everything in between, the Northeast has shrines to just about anything you can think of.
History of the Snowplow
Heavy snowfall once meant travelers could only move on foot. Now governments have fleets of snowplows ready to clear the road.