(ARA) - In a tough economy, it's only natural to look for ways to cut corners. But trimming auto maintenance expenses isn't worth the risk. Taking proper care of your car steers you on the road to safe driving. It can help to keep more cash in your pocket too.

(ARA) - Now is the time to take the opportunity afforded by cooler weather to undo the wear and tear of last season's heat and stop-and-go traffic by preparing your vehicle for colder weather ahead.

(ARA) - Did you know that you don't have to be legally drunk to be arrested for driving under the influence? That there are many ways to break a contract or that if you receive a ticket and there's an error on it, it's still valid? Not knowing the law in some of life's most common legal situations can lead to unexpected expenses, substantial penalties or could put yourself and others at risk.

(ARA) - Every fall, many families pack up the car to travel to see fall foliage. Cooler temperatures and vivid colors make fall the perfect time to get outside and enjoy nature. Most regions have an area known for a vivid display of fall foliage, so families don't have to travel too far to enjoy autumn colors.

(ARA) - With more than 2.5 million half-ton pickups sold annually, these trucks are beloved for their versatility and durability. Whether they're being used to pull a trailer or haul a heavy load, half-ton pickups work hard and are fun to drive. And now, almost every half-ton pickup truck can also serve as an efficient, effective snow-clearing machine.

(ARA) - Even with the success of the "Cash for Clunkers" program, the auto industry is limping through the recession and most car dealers are still in need of increased sales. It may be a buyer's market, but that's no reason to let your guard down in the showroom. Experienced salespeople have one goal in mind: to put you in a new car today. And it's their job to get as much profit out of every sale as possible.

(ARA) - If you can't see, you can't be safe behind the wheel. Yet millions of American motorists drive on winter roads peering through windshields that probably haven't had proper care and cleaning since spring.

(ARA) - It's one of the most important vehicle-related purchases you can make, yet a whopping 62 percent of women and nearly half of all men think it's difficult, according to a recent survey. What is this process that so many American car owners consider a hassle? Buying new tires.