Whether you’re returning from a trip, about to leave for one, or just want that feeling that only comes from having a freshly cleaned car, it’s a good idea to periodically give your vehicle a thorough cleaning inside and out.

Understanding car insurance can be one of the most confusing parts of owning a car. Last August, the website InsuranceQuotes.com conducted a survey of 1,000 adults to find out what misconceptions about car insurance have stuck.

So, here are the most commonly-believed false statements about car insurance (and their explanations):

Part of the fun of purchasing a new car with leather interior is the luxurious feeling you get every time you slide in. If your vehicle features leather seating surfaces, you want to keep them clean and looking like new – both so the inside of your car always looks nice and also to avoid expensive upholstery repairs and replacement.

No matter how great of a car you buy, it will need to go into the shop for a check-up. Here are eights reasons why.

There are 10 million car accidents every year. On average, a driver will be in 3-4 wrecks throughout the course of having a driver's license. That’s why it’s important to know beforehand exactly what needs to be done so that when the time comes, you won’t have to think logically about next steps – you’ll just know. Read on to find out exactly what you need to do when you're in an accident.