There are some books, radio programs and web links where one can go become more familiar with their cars.  I have used these resources and have found them to be lifesavers.  I hope that you find them as useful as I.

Car Smarts - An easy-to-use-Guide to understanding your car and communicating with your mechanic   By Mary Jackson.  

This book is awesome and I have referred to it on several occasions.  Ms. Jackson has this fantastic ability to help you break your car down into sections so that you can pinpoint the problems.  My mechanic told me I was his best female customer because I had learned how to tell him exactly where it hurt.

Woman Motorist

This is a good source of information for car buying.  It's worth checking out, there is a wealth of information here.

Extended Warranties  

 
Looking for a quality provider of extended warranty plans? Here is a compiled list of many of the companies out on the web for either new or used cars, included are useful highlights and links to make the search a little easier.

Ladies, Start Your Engines: Women Writers on Automobiles Elinor Nauen (Editor)

 "In this engaging mix of fiction, nonfiction, and poetry, editor Elinor Nauen, who grew up thinking cars and driving were among the coolest (and hottest!) things in the world, presents the female perspective on that most Western (and typically masculine) of icons. Pieces by more than sixty of the twentieth century's most popular women writers, including Eudora Welty, Jayne Anne Phillips, Carolyn Cassady, and Gail Mazur reveal the deep, intimate connections between women and Cars."

Texas Department of Insurance

If you have a complaint about your insurance company, YOU MUST DO IT IN WRITING.  They will not act on anything verbal.  Click on the link above and go to "File a complaint".  

The Better Business Bureau  

If you are looking at doing business with a vendor and are not sure about their reputation you may go to this link and look them up.  Additionally, if you have an issue with a vendor, take it to the Better Business Bureau.  Some establishments have an agreement with the BBB to aggressively resolve complaints with their clients.

The Complete IDIOT'S Guide to Trouble-Free Car Care By Dan Ramsey. 
I've used this book and have found it helpful.

Ask Patty

Automotive advice for women.

Scotty Kilmer

KHOU's (11 news) car expert.  "'Crank It Up' airs twice weekly during 11News This Morning. Scotty answers questions from viewers live during 11News This Morning each Saturday."  You can also go to his Discussion Board and post a question.

Car Talk

KUHF 88.7 FM Houston TX Sat 9 am, Sun 4 pm
These guys are really good.  I have learned quite a bit just listening to their show.  It's well worth the hour and you can call in with questions.