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Our lifestyle category is filled with articles about all things automotive. Thinking about hitting the road? Check out one of our road trip planning guides. Interesting in racing? Find out how you can hit the track safely. Enjoy camping while you travel? We’ve got tips to make your RV or car camping experience the best it can be. Love performance cars? We’ve got factory hot rods, customs, and muscle cars. We’ve also got the low-down on new automotive technology as well as driver and passenger safety.

A highway bend overlooks a stand of pine trees in front of a mountain range.

Posted June 2, 2018 LifeStyle

Summer Road Trip Ideas: The Road Less Traveled

The U.S. is full of scenic stretches, cultural hubs and history. Check out these less-known summer road trip ideas and start planning your adventure.

demolition derby cars

Posted May 27, 20181 Comment LifeStyle

Demolition Derby Cars: A History Of Chaos

Demolition Derby cars lead a hard life. In fact, you could say every car that enters a derby is about to endure the worst retirement party imaginable.

A porch railing is piled with Benadryl and other allergy medications. In the background is a gorgeous Midwestern scene: A grassy field stretches out to a stand of trees and a mountain.

Posted May 26, 2018 LifeStyle

How to Allergy-Proof Your Car

Allergens are everywhere this spring, including your vehicle if you’re not careful. Take the time to allergy-proof your car and create a safe haven.

A man drives a motorboat through shimmering lake waters.

Posted May 19, 2018 LifeStyle

The 5 Best Boat Accessories: 2018 Boating Season Edition

Here’s a look at our top picks for best boat accessories going into the season.

A Nissan Leaf, which is a fully electric vehicle, is connected to a charging station.

Posted May 17, 2018 LifeStyle

Electric Vehicles: The Good, the Bad and the Ugly Of Ownership

Electric vehicles continue to grow in numbers and popularity. While they do present certain advantages, there are certain disadvantages too.

Ron Capps NHRA Winternationals, funny car engine maintenance

Posted March 21, 2018 LifeStyle

Shop Tour: Inside Don Schumacher Racing

Don Schumacher Racing headquarters in Brownsburg, Indiana is home to the NAPA AUTO PARTS Funny Car team. Ron Capps has the job of piloting the 10,000 horsepower NAPA AUTO PARTS Dodge … Continue Reading Shop Tour: Inside Don Schumacher Racing

A well planned garage ready for a garage technology upgrade

Posted March 17, 2018 LifeStyle

Geeking Out: Garage Technology for Gearheads

Make your car’s home into a high-tech haven with new garage technology. Here are some ideas to get you started.

A vehicle is driving in a hailstorm on a country road.

Posted March 15, 2018 LifeStyle

5 Tips for Driving in a Hailstorm

Driving in a hailstorm is dangerous and unwise. Here’s how to respond quickly when the weather turns ugly to avoid an automotive catastrophe.

An Amazon Echo Dot sitting on a book.

Posted March 4, 2018 LifeStyle

High-Tech Tools: Digital Assistant Uses in the Garage

Digital assistant uses are sure to expand, as they already have, touching every part of our lives – maybe even in the shop, shed or garage!

1931 Ford hot rod

Posted March 1, 2018 LifeStyle

1931 Ford: From Rusty Shell To Award Winning Hot Rod

A rusted 1931 Ford Model A body found in a south Georgia kudzu patch, a big V8 engine taken from a 1985 Lincoln, and a rear spring off of a … Continue Reading 1931 Ford: From Rusty Shell To Award Winning Hot Rod