Mar. 2, 2026
Overnight 405 Lane Closures Scheduled Through Sepulveda Pass
Caltrans to shut ramps and reduce lanes between Van Nuys and Westwood for electrical work
Mar. 2, 2026
Hollister Avenue & HWY 217 Roundabouts Now Open
New roundabouts aim to improve traffic flow and safety in Goleta, California
Mar. 2, 2026
Aldi's $15 Cordless Car Vacuum Cleans Your Ride With Ease
This convenient tool helps keep your car a little more clean and serene for your day-to-day commutes.
Mar. 1, 2026
Ceramic Brake Pads Outlast Semi-Metallics by Up to 50%
Real-world testing shows ceramic pads have 60,000+ mile durability, despite myths claiming they wear 30% faster.
Feb. 28, 2026
GM Recalls 43,000 SUVs Over Transmission Defect
Potential issue could lock up rear wheels, prompting free software update from dealers
Feb. 27, 2026
California Drivers Face Fines for Expired Registration
New law limits when police can stop vehicles solely for expired tags, but late fees and citations still apply
Feb. 26, 2026
55-Hour Lane Closure Hits Highway 50 at I-5 in Sacramento
Eastbound lanes to be reduced to two open lanes for joint seal replacement work
Feb. 25, 2026
Highway 101 Traffic Disrupted by Weeklong Civic Center Drive Intersection Closure in San Rafael
Caltrans to close Civic Center Drive and Redwood Highway intersection for utility work as part of Manuel T. Freitas Roundabout Project
Feb. 24, 2026
GasBuddy's Tracker Helps Drivers Cut Fuel Costs
The app's trip tracking and price prediction features analyze driving habits and time fill-ups to save users hundreds on gas.
Feb. 24, 2026
Redhawk Auto Service Expands to Canyon Lake Towne Center
New location marks homecoming for local owners, strengthens community ties
Feb. 21, 2026
Car Fire Closes Highway 1 near Aptos
Incident prompts traffic delays on Friday night
Feb. 21, 2026
Road Improvement Project to Begin in Rancho Mirage
Lane closures expected through early May
Feb. 21, 2026
FAA Audit Finds Staffing Shortages Hinder Oversight of United Airlines Maintenance
Government watchdog report cites virtual inspections and loss of institutional knowledge as concerns
Feb. 14, 2026
Auto Repair Industry Hiring Expert Urges Owners: Stop Hiring Babysitters, Start Hiring Managers
Automotive hiring expert Chris Lawson identifies 'The Babysitter Problem' as the hidden cause of management turnover in independent repair shops.
Feb. 13, 2026
Planned East Bay Freeway On-Ramp Closure Canceled Friday
Caltrans called off the closure of the Stone Valley Road on-ramp to southbound I-680 in Danville.
Feb. 12, 2026
San Diego students struggle with broken smog testing equipment
Automotive certificate program students at San Diego College of Continuing Education faced equipment issues that nearly derailed their certification plans.
Feb. 12, 2026
Failing Engine Mounts Cause Costly Transmission Damage
Ignoring early warning signs of engine mount failure can lead to $800+ repair bills for transmission repairs.
Feb. 11, 2026
Driving With A Nearly Empty Tank Kills This $1,200 Engine Part
Keeping your gas tank above quarter-full prevents costly fuel pump damage that can cost up to $1,200 in repairs from overheating and cavitation.
Feb. 11, 2026
Palm Springs Completes $2.2M Wind Wall Project Along Gene Autry Trail
The new 590-foot-long brick wall is designed to reduce blowing sand and improve visibility for drivers in an area known for strong winds.
