Natalie Josef
Natalie Josef 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.
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An apple a day keeps the doctor away. Breaking a mirror brings seven years of bad luck.
An apple a day keeps the doctor away. Breaking a mirror brings seven years of bad luck.
Saturday marked the beginning of the Paris Auto Show, one of the most important in the world. The event is a glimpse into the future of the automobile world with exciting ideas from the industry’s brightest minds and most forward-thinking manufacturers.
Saturday marked the beginning of the Paris Auto Show, one of the most important in the world. The event is a glimpse into the future of the automobile world with exciting ideas from the industry’s brightest minds and most forward-thinking manufacturers.
I think I have mentioned before that I am a worrywart. And now that the rain has started again in the Bay Area after lying dormant for eight months, I am worried about my tires, especially after doing an unintentional little squealy at a light the other day.
I think I have mentioned before that I am a worrywart. And now that the rain has started again in the Bay Area after lying dormant for eight months, I am worried about my tires, especially after doing an unintentional little squealy at a light the other day.
Since electric cars are all the rage at the Paris Auto Show this year—with everyone from Kia to Mercedes offering up a model—I thought I would examine some of the myths surrounding electric vehicles (EV). Electric cars pollute as much as regular cars do .
Since electric cars are all the rage at the Paris Auto Show this year—with everyone from Kia to Mercedes offering up a model—I thought I would examine some of the myths surrounding electric vehicles (EV). Electric cars pollute as much as regular cars do .
Earlier this week, the Transportation Department and its National Highway Traffic Safety Administration introduced a more comprehensive crash rating system that will now include an "overall vehicle score,” which will combine the results of front and side crash tests, and rollover resistance tests. The system will then compare those results with the average risk of injury and the potential rollover of other vehicles.
Earlier this week, the Transportation Department and its National Highway Traffic Safety Administration introduced a more comprehensive crash rating system that will now include an "overall vehicle score,” which will combine the results of front and side crash tests, and rollover resistance tests. The system will then compare those results with the average risk of injury and the potential rollover of other vehicles.
Parking in San Francisco is nothing short of a nightmare. I actually live in one of the easiest areas to park in—Twin Peaks—where there is no monthly fee/sticker for parking, but I often find myself circling the streets, searching for the elusive perfect spot.
Parking in San Francisco is nothing short of a nightmare. I actually live in one of the easiest areas to park in—Twin Peaks—where there is no monthly fee/sticker for parking, but I often find myself circling the streets, searching for the elusive perfect spot.
Yesterday, a recall was issued for more than 85,000 U.S.
Yesterday, a recall was issued for more than 85,000 U.S.
I remember a couple of years ago when the automobile industry couldn’t give away cars and companies started offering all kinds of incentives to get people to buy their vehicles. Like, if you lost your job, you could return your car, no questions asked.
I remember a couple of years ago when the automobile industry couldn’t give away cars and companies started offering all kinds of incentives to get people to buy their vehicles. Like, if you lost your job, you could return your car, no questions asked.
The first time I got behind the wheel of a car, I was 14. As a freshman, I made the varsity soccer team, so I was hanging out with girls who were much older than I was—girls who also enjoyed having a few beers on the weekends.
The first time I got behind the wheel of a car, I was 14. As a freshman, I made the varsity soccer team, so I was hanging out with girls who were much older than I was—girls who also enjoyed having a few beers on the weekends.
Last week, Forbes published an article rating the best and worst states for drivers. Using a number of published studies, which evaluated various elements of the driving experience—gas prices, insurance rates, infrastructure, and legal protection—the article focuses on what matters most to drivers … their wallets.
Last week, Forbes published an article rating the best and worst states for drivers. Using a number of published studies, which evaluated various elements of the driving experience—gas prices, insurance rates, infrastructure, and legal protection—the article focuses on what matters most to drivers … their wallets.
The first minivans rolled off the assembly line in 1984, when the Baby Boomer generation started having their own babies. Save a few models, their popularity has declined over the years, as they became the much-blighted symbol of soccer moms and suburbia.
The first minivans rolled off the assembly line in 1984, when the Baby Boomer generation started having their own babies. Save a few models, their popularity has declined over the years, as they became the much-blighted symbol of soccer moms and suburbia.
Today, the Toyota Corporation announced a recall of nearly 1.53 million vehicles due to brake fluid and fuel pump problems.
Today, the Toyota Corporation announced a recall of nearly 1.53 million vehicles due to brake fluid and fuel pump problems.
IIt's been a while since we did something fun on a Friday and since this week seemed particularly long, I think it's time we all had a good laugh. Here are a few funny bumper stickers to get you started.
IIt's been a while since we did something fun on a Friday and since this week seemed particularly long, I think it's time we all had a good laugh. Here are a few funny bumper stickers to get you started.
Consumer Reports just published its 2010 Annual Auto Survey, which rates the reliability of foreign and domestic vehicles based on subscribers' experiences. While Toyota and Honda still dominate the list, some U.
Consumer Reports just published its 2010 Annual Auto Survey, which rates the reliability of foreign and domestic vehicles based on subscribers' experiences. While Toyota and Honda still dominate the list, some U.
Are you a sports car lover? Are you already starting to dream about next year’s vacation? Well, in addition to a beautiful blend of modernity and antiquity, dazzling skyscrapers, and sparkling waters, Abu Dhabi, considered by many to be the richest city in the world, has now opened the doors of an extravagant theme park honoring the Italian carmaker, Ferrari. Ferrari World, located on Yas Island, is now the world’s largest theme park, spanning forty acres.
Are you a sports car lover? Are you already starting to dream about next year’s vacation? Well, in addition to a beautiful blend of modernity and antiquity, dazzling skyscrapers, and sparkling waters, Abu Dhabi, considered by many to be the richest city in the world, has now opened the doors of an extravagant theme park honoring the Italian carmaker, Ferrari. Ferrari World, located on Yas Island, is now the world’s largest theme park, spanning forty acres.