Gilbert Smith
Vehicle History Writer
About
Gilbert Smith is a New Mexico-based automotive journalist who enjoys writing about cars, trucks, and SUVs. He is a longtime contributor to Vehicle History and a member of the site's original content team when it launched.
About
Gilbert Smith is a New Mexico-based automotive journalist who enjoys writing about cars, trucks, and SUVs. He is a longtime contributor to Vehicle History and a member of the site's original content team when it launched.
Articles
If you’re vehicle shopping for a used SUV, we don’t need to tell you that safety comes first. So how about the Dodge Journey? According to ratings from NHTSA, the IIHS and others,...
Dec 21, 2020
Safety is the most important thing when buying any used car, but especially a family sedan. Good news if you have the Nissan Sentra on your vehicle shopping list: The Sentra is generally considered to...
Dec 21, 2020
Self-driving cars? They’re working on it, and making great strides. In the meantime, what we have is a whole bunch of semi-automated driver-assist features, systems and programs designed to get...
Dec 21, 2020
Are ya ready for some football? Or rather, were you ready for some football in early 2020? As it turned out, Volvo did not have to cough up on their Volvo safety giveaway, but it sure made the game...
Dec 21, 2020
Subaru’s safety features rank it among the safest automaker in the industry today. The new Forester, Ascent, and Crosstrek all score 5-Stars with the NHTSA, and they come packed from end to end...
Dec 20, 2020
Your Honda Odyssey cabin air filter, not the one that filters air for your engine, but the one that filters air for you, might not be as urgent a maintenance fix as an oil change. But when...
Dec 19, 2020
If you let your Honda Accord’s air filter go bad, you’re going to wind up with debris, dust, and all sorts of junk clogging up your engine. That’s not just going affect performance;...
Dec 19, 2020
A 2016 Honda Civic air filter is the unsung hero of a high-mileage ride. We don’t give it much thought, but this little screen is crucial to keeping your engine clean and ensuring that you get...
Dec 19, 2020
Although it’s not as worrisome as a knocking noise under the hood, when the inside of your Honda Accord starts to smell like gas and burned rubber, it’s probably time to swap out your...
Dec 15, 2020
If your Toyota cabin air filter is about ready for a replacement, the good news is that this isn’t one of those urgent maintenance jobs like an oil change. The bad news is you’re going to...
Dec 15, 2020
Your engine’s air filter is designed to keep your engine from getting grimy, so keeping it as clean as possible will add a lot of miles to your Civic’s life expectancy. The Honda Civic...
Dec 15, 2020
Hondas are some of the most reliable cars on the planet. But, that’s only if you know how to take care of them. Leave them with a dirty air filter for too long, and you’re probably not...
Dec 15, 2020
Your Honda Civic needs to breathe. Without that oxygen, the fuel can’t ignite, and if the fuel can’t ignite, the pistons can’t go, and if the pistons don’t go, neither does the...
Dec 15, 2020
Luxury cars generally aren’t as big as they used to be. That’s not the case with many Lincoln models, which still have that classic big-car feel like the land-yachts you remember your...
Dec 15, 2020
When you run crash tests on Volvo models, you’re not testing the Volvos, you’re seeing how accurate your crash tests are. If you get anything less than 5-Stars, you probably need to...
Dec 15, 2020
If you want one of the lushest driving experiences possible, you should take a look at some Mercedes-Benz SUV models. From practical to extravagant, Mercedes has established itself as a leader in...
Dec 15, 2020
When someone says they have a Lexus, you’re picturing Lexus sedan models. They offer more than just sedans, but those sedans offer that classic Lexus look and feel. Ford has trucks, Nissan has...
Dec 15, 2020
If you want a perfect mix of safety and luxury, you want an Audi SUV model. The brand has truly made a name for itself in the luxury SUV market lately, with cutting-edge safety features and a pure...
Dec 15, 2020
Whether you’re buying an OEM (Original Equipment Manufacturer) battery or an aftermarket part from Autozone, it pays to know what’s under the hood of your vehicle. You want to make sure...
Dec 15, 2020
You should have no problem finding a brand-new OEM (Original Equipment Manufacturer) battery for a 2020 model car. But a 2013 Dodge Journey battery? They’re still out there, but they might be...
Dec 15, 2020
If you’ve never had to shop for a car battery before, don’t worry, it’s not that complicated. When it comes time to pop a new 2012 Dodge Avenger battery under the hood, all you...
Dec 15, 2020
Sooner or later, you’re going to need a Ford key fob battery replacement. The good news is they’re easy to find, easy to replace, and they’re dirt cheap. If you’ve got a few...
Dec 15, 2020
Some drivers underestimate what their vehicles can do. With the right tires for the job, you’d be surprised what your Subaru can do, from trekking across mud and gravel to riding on scorching...
Dec 10, 2020
Depending on the engine, the Kia Optima can go up to around 245 horsepower, which isn’t bad for a mid-size sedan. But in order to actually put that horsepower to use, you’re going to need...
Dec 10, 2020
The 2016 Toyota RAV4 was designed for blacktop, for city streets and highways. But if you have the best tires for the job, there’s no reason your RAV4 can’t tackle snowy conditions and...
Dec 10, 2020