Just got a new car and already forgot which side the gas tank’s on? Here are the reasons why cars have fuel doors on different sides. It may feel like there should be a clear reason for the ...

Squeezing in that extra bit could be doing more damage to your car’s system than it’s worthBy Devin PrattWhether we want to round up or simply get as much gas into the tank as possible, some ...

That’s why you’ll mostly find fuel tanks on the right side of these cars. But wherever the carmaker puts the tank, it has to make that decision early. “It is so integral to the design of the ...

A fuel tank has a lot more parts to it than the average driver would think. In fact, topping off is just another common mistake car drivers can make that can destroy their engines .

If you need to fill your car’s gas tank roadside from a container, it’s better to be away from the flow of traffic on the driver’s side. Filling up on the right keeps you away from the road.

According to Via Michelin, the average capacity of a tank’s fuel reserve is 1.3 gallons, which can allow you to drive from 30 to 60 miles before running out of fuel completely. READ ALSO: De ...

Some people like to top off the gas tank while filling up their car. Consumer Reports fills you in on whether adding that extra bit of fuel can actually damage your car.