When you’ve been in an accident, your first instinct is probably to call your insurance company to begin filing a claim. However, is it always worth the effort it takes to file a claim? There are some cases in which it may be less hassle to pay expenses out of pocket. Here’s how to tell the difference.

Oxidized paint isn’t the most attractive look for your car, and it turns out that it isn’t the best for your wallet, either. Beyond the obvious cost it would take to repair the paint, you could also lose money when you go to sell it, too.

In the best of times, a long trip can be daunting and exhausting for any driver, no matter how much you love driving. Long trips can be even tougher when you’re also trying to get your classic car from Point A to Point B. And if you’re not just taking it for a pleasure drive, the logistics can be even tougher. If you’re moving two states over, you may not be able to drive your car that distance!

Though many major car manufacturers produce at least one type of electric car, they haven’t quite caught up to traditional vehicle sales. Though that milestone is probably years down the road, that isn’t to say electric cars don’t sell. Over the last decade, electric car sales have skyrocketed, thanks in part to the advent of Tesla models.

Even if you only know the basics about car maintenance, you probably still know that part of maintaining your car means getting regular oil changes. However, you may not know about the different types of oil available—or why it matters what your mechanic is putting in your car.