The most expensive cars in the world fall into two very different groups: new cars built in tiny numbers for a handful of clients, and historic cars that change hands at auction. Both reach prices that have little to do with how well they drive. Coachbuilt one-offs At the very top of new-car prices are … Read more
A long drive asks more of a car than months of short trips: hours at highway speed, heavy loads, heat or cold, and roads far from your usual mechanic. A check a week before you leave gives you time to fix anything it turns up. A week before If a service is almost due, have … Read more
The best time to look for a mechanic is before you need one. When the car has broken down, you take whoever is available; with a little time, you can find someone you trust for years. Start with recommendations Ask friends, neighbors and colleagues who drive similar cars where they go and whether they would … Read more
New cars change faster than ever, mostly through software. Some of the new features genuinely make driving easier; others are expensive options you will rarely use. Knowing which is which helps you choose the right car and trim. Phone integration Apple CarPlay and Android Auto are now available on almost every new car, and wireless … Read more
A clean interior makes every drive more pleasant and helps the car keep its value. Working in the right order saves time: from top to bottom, dry before wet. Before you start Take everything out: rubbish, loose items, child seats and floor mats. It is the step most people skip, and it makes the rest … Read more
City driving is slow, tight and full of stops. A car that is great on an open road can be tiring in town: too wide for narrow streets, hard to see out of, thirsty in traffic. A good city car flips those priorities. Size and visibility Length and turning circle matter more in town than … Read more
The best car seat is the one that fits your child, fits your car and is installed correctly every time. Price and brand matter much less than those three things. The guidance below follows US recommendations; other countries use similar principles under different standards. The stages Rear-facing seats are for babies and toddlers. Keep your … Read more
Most cars are bought with a loan, and the type of loan you choose can change the total cost by thousands of dollars. The main differences are who lends you the money, what secures the loan, and how long you take to repay it. Direct lending: banks, credit unions and online lenders You apply directly … Read more
Cars that reach very high mileages are rarely lucky. They are usually owned by people who follow the schedule, notice small changes and fix them before they turn into big repairs. None of it requires mechanical talent, just a little regularity. Follow the right schedule Your owner’s manual has a maintenance schedule, and often two: … Read more
Leasing means paying to use a new car for a fixed period, usually two to four years, then handing it back. You pay for the value the car loses during that time, plus interest and fees, rather than its full price. That makes it a good deal for some drivers and an expensive one for … Read more
