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While you probably get oil changes on a routine basis, how do you know when you need new brakes? Brakes are arguably the most important component of your vehicle, though they’re often ignored until it’s too late. Luckily, there are several warning signs to look and listen for to determine whether it’s time to give your brake system some love. Read on to learn about when your brake pads need to be replaced, as well as six warning signs that you need new brakes. 

There are few things more annoying than climbing into your car to run a quick errand, only to find that your windshield is completely misted over. Unfortunately, car windows fog up in the winter frequently, causing a temporary—but still frustrating—obstruction to your vision. 

While most people remedy this problem by blasting the defroster until the fog clears, that might not be the best way to keep windows from fogging up. Here, we’re explaining why car windows fog up and giving tips for preventing car windows from fogging up. 

For drivers wanting peace of mind on rough roads, having AWD (all-wheel drive) is a must. And luckily for RAV4 drivers, engaging AWD requires no thought at all—your car does it for you. 

The AWD-equipped RAV4 offers Dynamic Torque Vectoring All-Wheel Drive, which constantly monitors torque transfer between the front and wheel wheels and automatically engages AWD when the rear wheels need extra traction.