Lifestyle and Budget

Gap insurance covers the difference between the value of your car and what you owe on your auto loan if your vehicle is totaled, but there are some things it won't cover. 

Headlights have improved, but you can get better visibility with these fixes to your old lamps.

A teenage driver with tickets is not listed on his parent's car insurance policy and wants to know if he can stay hidden from the insurer.  Probably not.

You might end up poorer with a cheap auto insurance policy.

Rental cars are driven hard by renters, but they offer one solid advantage to a buyer.

Many baby boomers are concerned about their aging parents' ability to drive safely, but few are talking about it, according to a new survey.

Chrysler, Fiat's CEO  said he hopes the IPO process will provide a clear valuation of Chrysler and pave the way for a merger.

New-vehicle sales at the nation’s largest auto dealership chain jumped 13% to a six-year high in the third quarter.

September Struggle: Automakers reported mixed results for September, as Ford and Chrysler logged stronger U.S. sales to buck an industry trend.

U.S. new-vehicle sales in September are projected to drop 4.4% year-over-year after a stellar August, according to TrueCar.

There are deals to be had in taking over a car lease. Before signing on, know the downsides.

New York is trying to steer would-be distracted drivers to "texting zones." Will it work?

CarMax, the nation's largest seller of used vehicles, reported a 2Q profit that leapt 26% amid stronger sales.

We road-tested 15 foods for taste and mess. Here are our findings.

The road to texting-free highways will be lined with years and years of warnings.

Do-it-yourself car maintenance can be a headache. Learn why before popping the hood.

Different car insurance providers offer different discounts.  To find the right fit for discounts and car insurance rates, you need to shop around.

Cheap policies offer protection if you have no car but would like to drive one occasionally.

GM is working on an electric car that has a range of 200 miles and costs roughly $30,000, challenging Tesla and its planned mass-market vehicle.

Michigan tries to crack down on fake insurance that drivers use to register their cars.