2021 Nissan Frontier Pro 4X by Autosdeprimera — CC BY 3.0 Are you thinking about a remote start for your truck? Read this article on Nissan Frontier remote start: the full rundown. It seems kind of odd, but not every vehicle has a remote start. Yes, they’re about as common on new vehicles as heated seats, but there are still consumers that buy base model vehicles or vehicles that aren’t brand new that could use an aftermarket remote starter.

Photo Credit: Alamy Stock Photo During the COVID-19 pandemic, millions of workers transitioned to working from home all or part of the time. At its peak, about 35% of workers teleworked because of the pandemic. However, many jobs are not conducive to working from home —a fact that has been especially challenging for parents with kids living at home. Besides reduced flexibility in work location, workers who can’t telecommute also tend to earn less, which for parents, limits alternative childcare options.

2018 Nissan Qashqai N-Connecta DCi 1.5 by Vauxford — CC BY-SA 4.0 Car manufacturers are starting to realize that there are a few accessories that buyers know and love. Among them is a remote start, something that many manufacturers are starting to make a standard feature. Nissan is one of the many carmakers that’s hopping on the bandwagon, featuring a whole new line of vehicles with advanced features. If you’re wondering about Nissan remote start and what perks you can score if you add it to your vehicle, we’ve got the scoop below.

2019 Ford Fusion by Kevauto — CC BY-SA 4.0 Since 2006, the Ford Fusion has served thousands as a reliable mid-size sedan. Unfortunately, when Ford decided to shift focus toward their SUVs and iconic F-Series pickup trucks, they had to let the Fusion go and ceased production of the model. But on the bright side, you should still be able to find nearly new models with low mileage. And with fuel efficient engines, cabins that range from comfortable to luxurious, and striking styling that takes cues from the stunning Aston Martin, why wouldn’t you want to look for a great deal on one of these?

Brazilian Honda Civic touring 2017 by JasonVogel — CC BY-SA 4.0 No one likes getting into their Honda Civic on freezing cold mornings or getting into one after it has been sitting in the sweltering sun all day, but what are you going to do if you have to drive? You can think remote start as a reasonable purchase. To find out more, read about Honda Civic remote start: the full rundown.

Broken Brake Line by michaelpickard — CC BY-NC-ND 2.0 Brakes are one of the most important parts of any vehicle. They’re responsible for stopping the car, and they need to be taken care of so that decelerating and stopping are safe and efficient. While many people know that rotors and pads need to be inspected on a regular basis, there are many more parts of the braking system that are important.

Image by PublicDomainPictures from Pixabay It’s happened to all of us. You’re driving down the road, everything going smoothly. Suddenly, your concentration is broken by a loud sound coming from the windshield. Debris from the road has been kicked up, and it’s target was the glass that separates you from the outside world. When you’re looking at the damage caused by this debris, you’ll have to determine if the windshield is going to need repair or replacement.

Lambo (Cars & Coffee of the Upstate) by Ken Lane — CC BY-NC-SA 2.0 Buying a used car is always a little bit of a gamble. Whether you’re purchasing from a major dealer, a used-exclusive reseller, or an individual owner, you will always have to contend with the history of the vehicle and how that affects its driveability and maintenance requirements today. And some have a more complicated past than others.

Photo by Markus Spiske from Pexels The engine in your vehicle gets hot, really, really hot. That’s just one of the natural side effects of using combustion for power. While this makes sense, and the heat is a requirement, engines operate best at certain temperatures. If the engine is too cool it requires more fuel to run, making it inefficient, and if it’s too hot then the components begin to overheat and are damaged over time.

2015 Kia Optima by EurovisionNim — CC BY-SA 4.0 With so many car brands pivoting more towards SUVs and trucks, it can be easy to lose a model with the constant shuffling deck of options. Luckily, Kia’s solid mid-size sedan hasn’t been lost like some car experts predicted. The fourth generation of the Kia Optima provided great cars from 2015 to 2020 with a range of options from the surprisingly well equipped base LX trim, to the sportier, more luxurious SX and SXL trims.