Guides
Maintaining Your Car
Stay on the road longer with advice from AAA experts in our Guide to Maintaining Your Vehicle.
How to Clean Battery Corrosion
Use a mix of baking soda and warm water to clean car battery corrosion (but never dump directly on to the battery.May 14, 2026
How to Make Your New Car Battery Last
Keep electronics and corrosion off to help keep your battery onMay 14, 2026
Is It Bad to Top Off Your Gas Tank?
That extra squeeze at the pump could quietly damage your car and the environment—and cost you more money in the long runApril 23, 2026
4 Symptoms of a Bad Fuel Filter
Catch bad fuel filter symptoms early to prevent engine trouble and costly repairsApril 23, 2026
Why Your Steering Wheel Shakes: 6 Possible Causes
Don’t ignore a vibrating steering wheel. Here’s what it could mean for your safety and your carMarch 25, 2026
Unlocking Winter Woes: A Guide to Thawing Frozen Car Doors and Locks
Here's how to handle a frozen car door or a frozen car lock, including how to prevent such freezing in the first placeDecember 2, 2025
11 Secrets to Keeping Your Car in Great Shape
Follow these expert car maintenance tips to save yourself from costly repairs down the road.December 30, 2024
How Much Does Car Insurance Increase After an Accident?
AAA takes a close look at how much car insurance can go up after an accident in different scenariosSeptember 25, 2024
How to Perform Your Own Oil Change
Learn how to change oil, plus other car maintenance tipsSeptember 25, 2024
Headlight Cleaning Hacks That Actually Work
From toothpaste to baking soda to lemons, here are the best—and worst—hacks for how to clean hazy headlightsSeptember 19, 2024
How to Easily Select and Change Your Car’s Battery
Your go-to guide for DIY battery replacement, with expert tips from AAASeptember 9, 2024
Easy Steps to Protect Your Car from the Summer Sun
Here’s how extreme heat can damage your vehicle and what you can do to prevent itSeptember 6, 2024