If you've ever felt your brakes pulse slightly when you engage them in wet or icy weather, you've witnessed your vehicle's anti-lock brake system (ABS) in action. This rapid sensation means the ABS actuator has stepped in to prevent a skid. As such, this safety feature lets you maintain control of your car in slippery…

Like runners stretch, eat and hydrate before a marathon, so must your vehicle be prepared to last through a road trip. While it’s one thing to be stranded along the roadside in a familiar area, it’s another entirely to end up alone and without a working car in the middle of nowhere. So, before you…

In any season, well-working tires help you drive safely, but this is especially true during winter months when freezing precipitation and falling temperatures increase driving hazards. If you live in an area with long, volatile winters, you might even consider tires specially-designed for cold elements. No matter your location, however, understanding when your tires beg…

Of all that can go wrong with a car, transmission issues elicit the most fear of drivers. They imagine thousands in repair costs, weeks driving a rental, and more than a few headaches along the way. Since a vehicle’s transmission is one of the more elaborate components, this panic is not without merit, and while…