Linda Cate

The Maverick R makes 240 hp from a turbocharged 999cc Rotax triple built for hard acceleration, dunes, and open desert runs. Can-Am built the Maverick R around one loud number: 240 horsepower. That puts it in rare air for a factory sport side-by-side, especially because the engine is only 999cc. The power comes from a […]

Yes, you can add transmission fluid, but only the exact type your car requires and only when the level is low. Transmission fluid isn’t a “close enough” car fluid. The right bottle can fix a low level, quiet a harsh shift, and protect costly parts. The wrong bottle can make shifting worse, damage seals, or

Yes, newer Beetles can be reasonably safe for careful drivers, but older models lack crash tech many modern cars have. The Volkswagen Beetle is cute, easy to spot, and still loved by many drivers. Safety, though, depends heavily on which Beetle you mean. A late-model Beetle from 2012 to 2019 is a much safer bet

Porsche’s mid-engine coupe is dependable when maintained, but repair bills can sting on neglected cars. A Porsche Cayman can be a smart used sports car buy, not because it is cheap to run, but because the core design is sturdy when the car gets proper care. The mid-engine layout, strong chassis, and mature flat-six or

Yes, a Tesla order fee can go on a card, but the final vehicle balance needs approved bank-based payment. A card can help with the small order charge, but it usually won’t carry the car itself. Tesla’s current ordering flow says the one-time, non-refundable order fee is paid by credit card. The larger amount due

Yes, new AAA benefits may begin right away, but roadside help often has a 48-hour wait or a same-day fee. AAA membership timing can feel confusing because the answer changes by benefit and by regional club. You may get discounts, travel tools, and account access right after payment. Roadside help is the part that needs

Yes, slotted brake discs can feel sharper under heat, but plain rotors usually fit daily driving better. Slotted rotors look serious, and in the right car they can earn that look. The slots cut across the rotor face so the pad meets a fresher surface during hard braking. That can improve initial bite, sweep away

Yes, most cars can accept remote start if the vehicle, starter kit, and installation method match safely. A remote starter turns on the engine from outside the car, so the cabin can warm up, cool down, or defrost before you get in. The car stays locked while it runs, and most systems shut the engine

A straight pipe can add a small horsepower gain, but only when flow, tuning, and engine setup work together. A straight pipe replaces mufflers, resonators, and often the catalytic converter with a plain section of exhaust tubing. The idea is simple: less restriction should let the engine push out spent gases with less effort. On

A hybrid car pairs a gas engine with an electric motor, using battery power at low speeds and fuel when more power is needed. A hybrid car feels familiar from the driver’s seat. You fill it with gasoline, press the brake, press the accelerator, and drive away. The trick sits underneath: two power sources share