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5 days ago | 
yahoo.com | Gannon Burgett |Katherine Keeler |Collin Morgan |Mason Cordell
Tested: Best Car Waxes Gannon Burgett - Car and Driver"Hearst Magazines and Yahoo may earn commission or revenue on some items through these links."This article was updated with new products and information in June 2025. No true detailing session is complete without waxing your vehicle. Typically, the waxing process takes place after a thorough washing. Although it can be tedious and get your shoulders burning, waxing your ride is absolutely worth it. Why?
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2 weeks ago | 
yahoo.com | Collin Morgan |Gannon Burgett |Katherine Keeler |Mason Cordell
Best Hitch Bike Racks for 2025, Tested Gannon Burgett - Car and Driver"Hearst Magazines and Yahoo may earn commission or revenue on some items through these links."We tested these bike racks the only way that matters: by actually using them. We assembled each one, mounted it on a vehicle, loaded it with everything from lightweight road bikes to fat-tire e-bikes, and drove over city streets filled with the kind of potholes that would likely count as craters on the moon.
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2 weeks ago | 
caranddriver.com | Collin Morgan |Gannon Burgett
Best Overall Jaco ElitePro Digital Tire Pressure GaugeJaco's ElitePro is a staple in the Car and Driver garage, and it's no surprise why: It's accurate, easy to use, and can take a beating year after year of near-daily use. This digital model from Jaco measures from zero to 200 psi, with a resolution of 0.1 psi (meaning the gauge will show you the psi measurement at 0.1 increments on the display).
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2 weeks ago | 
yahoo.com | Gannon Burgett |Collin Morgan
"Hearst Magazines and Yahoo may earn commission or revenue on some items through these links."This article was updated in May 2025 with new information. Maintaining optimal tire pressure on your vehicle has a plethora of benefits, including reduced tire wear and improved gas mileage. Tires that aren't properly inflated can cause the opposite and potentially damage your transmission and differential.
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1 month ago | 
caranddriver.com | Katherine Keeler |Collin Morgan |Gannon Burgett
Best OverallCar and Driver Intellidash Pro X10ProsSmooth navigationLarge but low-profile screenConsNot much movement once mountedWe initially decided not to test our namesake infotainment screen, for obvious reasons. But interestingly, the "Intellidash" brand name (which is manufactured and distributed by Summit Electronics) kept popping up in our research.
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1 month ago | 
yahoo.com | Katherine Keeler |Gannon Burgett |Mason Cordell |Collin Morgan
Best Portable CarPlay Screens, Tested Car and Driver"Hearst Magazines and Yahoo may earn commission or revenue on some items through these links."If your car still thinks Bluetooth is cutting edge and the dashboard clock resets every time the battery hiccups, it might be time to bring your infotainment game into the 2020s. Enter the portable CarPlay unit, a plug-and-play lifeline for those of us driving perfectly good cars that just happen to be behind on the infotainment curve.
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2 months ago | 
yahoo.com | Collin Morgan |Katherine Keeler |Mason Cordell |Gannon Burgett
Tested: Best Carwash Soaps Gannon Burgett - Car and Driver"Hearst Magazines and Yahoo may earn commission or revenue on some items through these links."When spring finally hits, we’re all itching to pull our fun cars out of storage. First step? Get the car out, suds up, and start washing. With the right gear, proper technique, and a good car soap, you’ll have your ride looking fresh in no time. But first, you need the right carwash soap. Car soaps all serve the same purpose.
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2 months ago | 
yahoo.com | Collin Morgan |Mason Cordell
"Hearst Magazines and Yahoo may earn commission or revenue on some items through these links."Nowadays, a classy vehicle interior boasts more leather than a cattle ranch. Leather provides a quality feel and finish and, if taken care of, can help with resale value. Maintenance is key to ensuring long-lasting leather, and fortunately, it's pretty easy. You just need the right products.
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2 months ago | 
yahoo.com | Mason Cordell |Collin Morgan |Katherine Keeler
"Hearst Magazines and Yahoo may earn commission or revenue on some items through these links."This article was updated in March 2025 with new products and information. A vehicle's interior has an irritating habit of getting dirty far too quickly. We know that detailing the inside of your ride can seem like a daunting task, but it doesn't have to be an all-or-nothing endeavor. Sometimes, all your car needs is a quick wipe down, which is relatively simple but feels like a big win.
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2 months ago | 
yahoo.com | Jon Langston |Collin Morgan
"Hearst Magazines and Yahoo may earn commission or revenue on some items through these links." This article was updated in March 2025 with new information. Glass infotainment screens dominate new cars, and they're here to stay. Ever growing in size, these screens offer a window into your car's ability to play your favorite music, direct you to the nearest Trader Joe's, and perform many other essential duties. AdvertisementSo what's the best way to keep these screens smudge-free?
