What Is a Tire Hub?
A tire hub is usually the wheel hub behind the wheel. It holds the wheel to the vehicle, while a bearing lets it turn smoothly.
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Volkswagen Brings Tetris® With Up to 4 Players to the Atlas
Volkswagen will showcase Tetris® in a 2027 Atlas at New York Comic Con, with up to 4 players and smartphone controls for gaming while parked.
Lemonade Expands Autonomous Car Insurance to Tesla HW3 Vehicles
Lemonade offers Tesla HW3 drivers 30% savings on FSD-engaged miles with FSD (Supervised) v14 Lite in Arizona, Tennessee and Colorado.
Honda Civic Adds Sport-L Trim and Honda S+ Shift
Honda Civic adds Sport-L with leather and heated front seats by year end, while Sport Touring Hybrid gains the Honda S+ Shift drive mode.
IIHS Finds Weak Crash Avoidance in Work Vans and Pickups
IIHS rates cargo vans and Class 3 pickups for crash avoidance, with different leaders in pedestrian and vehicle tests for commercial vehicle buyers.
LG Brings Variable Popup Display to Genesis GV90
LG brings an adjustable cockpit display and rear-seat OLED entertainment to the Genesis GV90. Streaming requires an automotive data plan.
BMW iX4 Debuts With 400 kW Charging and Two Electric Models
BMW schedules the BMW iX4 50 xDrive for March 2027 with 400 kW DC charging, followed by the 603 hp BMW iX4 M60 xDrive later that year.
BMW iX3 M60 xDrive Adds 603 HP to Electric SUV Lineup
BMW introduces the BMW iX3 M60 xDrive with 603 hp, standard Adaptive M suspension and production scheduled to begin in spring 2027.
Toyota Recalls Certain RAV4 Plug-in Hybrid Vehicles Over Power Loss
Toyota is recalling certain model year 2026 RAV4 Plug-in Hybrid vehicles over possible power loss. Dealers will update ECU software at no cost.
Volkswagen Opens ID. Polo GTI Orders in Germany With 226 PS
Volkswagen opens German ID. Polo GTI pre-sale from 39,995 euros, quoting 166 kW (226 PS) and up to 424 km of WLTP range.
What Causes Tire Cupping?
Scalloped tires come from anything that stops smooth road contact, like misalignment, worn suspension, imbalance or wrong pressure. Here's what to check.
NHTSA Moves to Update Headlight Glare and Lighting Standards
NHTSA plans to update vehicle lighting standards, examining headlight glare and visibility. Public comments are due by Nov. 9, 2026.
What Are the Symptoms of a Bad Crankshaft Position Sensor?
A bad crankshaft signal can cause long cranking, stalling, rough running or a hot no-start. Save any codes and test the circuit before buying a sensor.
MINI Countryman Untamed Edition Adds Lift and All Terrain Tires
The MINI Countryman Untamed Edition adds standard all-terrain tires in North America, with a suspension lift planned for all US and Canadian variants.
Pep Boys Covers First 10 Tow Miles to Its Service Centers
Pep Boys offers free towing for the first 10 miles to its service centers throughout October and identifies warning signs that warrant stopping.
CTEK RB 3000 and RB 4000 Boosters Reach North America
CTEK's RB 3000 and RB 4000 portable boosters are available in North America, with 3,000A and 4,000A peak current and USB device charging.
Kuat Recalls Certain Pivot V3 Hitch Adapters Over Weld That Crack
Kuat is recalling certain Pivot V3 swing-away hitch adapters over a weld defect that could let the cross beam separate. Replacements are free.
Mitsubishi Eclipse Sportback Starts at $37,745 MSRP
The 2027 Mitsubishi Eclipse Sportback starts at $37,745 MSRP, with U.S. sales scheduled for October and an optional $2,600 Technology Package.
How Much Are Brake Pads?
Brake pads cost $50 to $100 per axle as parts, $170 to $340 installed at an independent shop, or about $300 at a dealer for most cars.
Why Does My Car Shake When Braking?
Car shakes when braking? Separate rotor, pad and caliper clues from wheel or suspension vibration, and know what to report for prompt inspection.
Dodge Opens Durango Orders for Smokescreen and Petrol Blue Seats
Dodge opens orders for Durango Smokescreen paint at a U.S. MSRP of $595 and Petrol Blue seats for SRT Hellcat Jailbreak at an MSRP of $2,995.
Ford Bronco RTR Adds Lifted Suspension and 33 Inch Tires
Ford's Bronco RTR has a starting MSRP just over $50,000, excluding fees and optional equipment, with 33-inch tires and anti-lag calibration.
How Often Should Brake Fluid Be Changed?
How often should brake fluid be changed? Examples range from 12 months to three years, while some schedules call for inspection.
How to Add Transmission Fluid
To add transmission fluid, find the right fluid and check the level before pouring through a dipstick tube. Leave other fill methods to a mechanic.
