This article was produced independently of the Car and Driver editorial team. If your SUV doesn't come with a heated steering wheel cover already equipped, you may be able to add an aftermarket heated ...

This article was updated with new products and information in February 2026. A cold steering wheel is more than just an uncomfortable sensation; being unable or unwilling to get a steady grip on the ...

The steering system is probably the most important component of your vehicle to have working flawlessly. And unfortunately, it's probably one of the most ignored systems on modified 4x4s today. We ...

One indication that the power-steering fluid level should at least be checked is if the steering wheel becomes harder to turn or you hear a whining noise coming from the power-steering pump. However, ...

A steering wheel lock could mean the difference between a discouraged thief or an easy swipe. With the rise of recent social media challenges, as well as tough economic times, vehicle theft seems to ...

Steering wheels are subject to wear and tear — we touch them every time we drive. However, worn steering wheels are not only unsightly but unsafe, reducing your grip and control. Modern vehicles are ...

In the old days, establishing an electrical connection between a rotating object (in this case, a metal disc inside the base of a van steering wheel) and a stationary object (the wire to the van's ...

Your steering rack is the heart of your car’s control, turning wheel input into road movement. When it wears out or fails, you risk poor handling, costly repairs, and safety hazards. Knowing the signs ...

When looking for guaranteed ways to transform the handling and driving characteristics of a muscle car, most rodders go straight for suspension upgrades. While that's not an incorrect plan of attack, ...

Vehicles are getting more technologically complex, physically larger, and wildly heavy — I’m looking at you, GMC Hummer. Some of that is due to increased safety standards for rollover risk, offset ...