Behind the Wheel

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The Silent Way Summer Heat Wrecks Your Automatic Transmission — And How to Stop It

Extreme summer heat breaks down automatic transmission fluid faster than most drivers realize — and the warning signs show up weeks before a shift starts slipping.

Ryan Mitchell · 5 min

Car Maintenance

Your Car's AC Is Working Overtime This July — Here's How to Keep It From Quitting

A car AC system rarely fails all at once — it fades until a 100-degree day exposes it. Here's how to read the warning signs, what you can fix yourself, and when a shop visit is the cheaper option.

Ryan Mitchell · 6 min