As families across the country gear up for summer getaways, it is important for drivers to be aware of how severe driving conditions can place extra stress and wear on their vehicle.

As the weather heats up, trucks and their owners take advantage of the sun and head outdoors to work and play. A little elbow grease, motivation and some innovation can make all the difference between making your truck look new again and driving an old beater.

With gas prices at a record high and not going down any time soon, a lot of Americans are downsizing their vehicles. Here's how to compensate for the loss of cargo space.

For consumers in the market for a new car, a Partial Zero Emissions Vehicle (PZEV) is an excellent way to drive green, meeting the exact same emissions standards as the most popular hybrid vehicles, but often at lower prices.

Here are 5 tips that will prevent you from spending a good chunk of summer vacation stuck in traffic.

Children who are too young to drive a car should not be operating an adult-sized ATV, but that doesn't mean they can't enjoy the sport.

With gas prices already topping $4 per gallon in places like Chicago and New York City, and demand expected to rise this summer, you may be willing to try just about anything to curb gas consumption and costs. Here are some ways to do just that.

The last thing you want to happen when heading to grandma's for the holidays or to that mountain getaway is for your car to break down. Prevent your trip from turning into a nightmare by doing a little preventative maintenance.

Even with gas at $4 a gallon, many people will soon be hitching up their boats, trailers and RVs and hitting the road for summer vacations. Catching up on the latest safety features will help these weekend warriors get out on the open road quickly and safely.

Traveling with pets in the car presents special challenges that, fortunately, can be met with a bit of forethought and careful preparation of both the vehicle and pet.