When your car feels like it’s 200 degrees inside on those warm sunny days, it’s hard to get in, much less going. So what can you do about it?

If your old clunker is gasping its last, you might think (like millions of other Americans these days) you can save yourself some money by buying a used car instead of a new one. You can -- if you make smart buying decisions. Hasty or unwise used-car buying can end up costing you much more in the long run.

When cold weather begins to warm, motorists may think their driving cares have melted away with the winter ice and snow. Not so.

With the economy in a downward spiral, people are looking to save money wherever they can. Not long ago, it seemed hybrid automobiles were the answer to spending less on gas and driving further on each tank. But there are simple ways to get better fuel economy from your current vehicle without having to buy an expensive hybrid.

Off-road vehicles are fun for the trail, but they’re also quite handy around the home. Side-by-side vehicles especially can help you save time and money on never-ending home and garden maintenance.

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.

For consumers in the market for a new car, a Partial Zero Emissions Vehicle (PZEV) is an excellent way to drive green, meeting the exact same emissions standards as the most popular hybrid vehicles, but often at lower prices.