Dave Goldberg

1 week ago | slashgear.com | Dave Goldberg

So you've successfully jump-started your car back to life; what's next? The last thing you want to do is immediately shut off the ignition and hope the engine roars back to life the next time you turn the key or push the button. Instead, you need to drive the car to restore the depleted battery. "Drive" is the operative word, because just letting the car run at idle won't generate enough current to juice the battery back up.

2 weeks ago | slashgear.com | Dave Goldberg

Car owners looking to stretch their budget will want to pay attention to what day they stop at the pump, according to research from GasBuddy. The report, which analyzed fuel pricing patterns in all 50 states and Washington, D.C., shows that the cost for a fill-up can vary from day to day. Wallet watchers will usually find that Monday is the day to save the most, as the data reveals the start of the workweek has the lowest price at the pump in 30 states (including D.C.).

2 weeks ago | slashgear.com | Dave Goldberg

Buying a used car is a delicate balance between finding a bargain and avoiding reliability problems down the road. Shoppers often turn to second-hand Toyotas but find that strong resale values can make them pricier than counterparts from other brands. Yet, there's a way to get a reliable used Toyota for a bargain. You'll just need to look beyond the Toyota nameplate and start shopping for a Scion, Toyota's ill-fated, youth-oriented brand that was axed in 2016.

3 weeks ago | slashgear.com | Dave Goldberg

EcoBoost engines have been integral to Ford's lineup since the 2010 model year, with engines like the 3.0-liter EcoBoost powering a range of Ford vehicles, including the Explorer ST and Bronco Raptor. Like any engine, using fuel with a recommended octane rating is essential to keep an EcoBoost running smoothly. But it's also important to remember that using premium fuel when it's not necessary is a waste of money.

4 weeks ago | slashgear.com | Dave Goldberg

Filling up your car's gas tank should be a no-brainer activity, on par with brushing your teeth or tying your shoes. But pulling up to the pump can be a hassle if you don't know which side the gas cap is on. Rather than attempting to stretch the hose across the trunk or navigating a tricky close-quarters U-turn, the best method involves the shortest distance between the pump and the filler pipe.