How do you use an airbag? The ideal answer is that you never need it, of course. However, there are thousands of traffic accidents every year. The law of averages, not to mention Murphy’s Law, dictates that everyone is better safe than sorry. So before you hit the road, know what an airbag does, and how to use it safely.

Remember the minivan? Before the era of the SUV, the minivan was once the king of the suburbs. But while it may no longer have pride of place in some driveways, the minivan has a fascinating history and a future that makes it a car worth considering if you’ve got a family and a need to haul them.

What’s the difference between the Hyundai Sonata and the Hyundai Elantra? Some would have you believe they’re basically the same car, but that’s far from true. To determine which will be right for you, take a look at how the two compare.

How much space do you need in your vehicle? For many, that answer is “a lot.” If you need an SUV with lots of additional space, you can find plenty of good ones with third-row seating.

How safe is your car? For many of us, it’s a pressing question. We trust our cars with our families, our livelihood, and everything else, and carmakers are responding with “active” safety systems. Unlike safety features with which we’re familiar, like crumple zones and airbags,

How should you finance your car? Some people choose to do one-stop shopping and finance through the car dealership in addition to purchasing their car there. But should you? Here are the upsides, and downsides, of financing via your dealership.

How many car myths do you believe? We all have our superstitions and beliefs, of course, but some are more widespread than others. These are the car myths you should let go of, to make your life that much easier. Back in 2012, Chevrolet debuted the Chevy Volt and promptly was put on the receiving end of a brutal news cycle that insisted the Volt had unstable batteries that caused the car to explode.

Can I refinance my auto loan? Many people are surprised to learn the answer to that question is “yes.” But it’s not as simple as just asking for a better rate and getting it. There’s a lot to know about getting a better deal on your car loan. Generally, refinancing your car loan is much like financing a car in the first place

What’s in the new Toyota Tacoma TRD Pro? Toyota’s cutting-edge midsize pickup has been on everybody’s mind ever since GM decided to make a bid for the Tacoma’s audience with a tricked-out redesign of the Chevrolet Colorado and the GMC Canyon, both top competitors in their class.

Which full-size pickup to buy? Every future pickup owner has to struggle with that, and the GMC Sierra 1500 and Dodge Ram 1500 don’t make that question any easier. If you’re between the two, here’s where they vary, where they’re the same, and where that might make a difference.