Hope Meireles

Hope Meireles is an automotive expert at RepairPal, the leading online source of auto repair resources and estimates. With many ASE Master certified mechanics on staff who have decades of experience, RepairPal knows all the fine points of car repair.

Posts by Hope Meireles

Reduce Your Carbon Footprint with Your Car

There are a few, simple ways you can reduce the “footprint” left by your vehicles. The first thing to remember is that your car causes waste even before you are ready to get rid of it.

There are a few, simple ways you can reduce the “footprint” left by your vehicles. The first thing to remember is that your car causes waste even before you are ready to get rid of it.

How to Get Rid of a Car if You Can’t Sell It or Trade It In

People are driving their cars for more years — and more miles — than ever. Developing that level of bond with your car can be great, but it can’t last forever, alas.

People are driving their cars for more years — and more miles — than ever. Developing that level of bond with your car can be great, but it can’t last forever, alas.

Should You Donate Your Car to Charity?

If your old car needs costly repairs, consider donating it to your favorite charity. When you donate a car, you’ll support a nonprofit organization and receive a tax deduction.

If your old car needs costly repairs, consider donating it to your favorite charity. When you donate a car, you’ll support a nonprofit organization and receive a tax deduction.