You got a new gadget for Christmas, and now the old one sits idle on the shelf. Too lazy to figure out how to recycle it ...

In most cases, Christmas decorations, including artificial trees, ornaments and string lights, can be recycled.

Christmas trees can be donated or reused in the garden. Put your tree to good use after Christmas with these ways to dispose ...

Your engine turns over slower and slower every time you twist the key, until one day you hear “click, click, click.” Your battery is dust. Since you’re a reader of The Drive, we know you have the ...

Before you throw paint away, consider recycling or donating it if it's still good. Many states let you dry out and throw away old latex paint, but double-check with your town. Oil paint is a household ...

Smart lights are a great replacement for older lighting systems. Before you throw away your old light bulbs, though, you should know that these items are often recyclable. Disposing of old light bulbs ...

I once had an oil pan with an “Exxon Valdez” sticker. Partly a joke, it reminded me to be careful when changing motor oil. Put the pan in the wrong place, drop the oil filter, or get distracted, and ...

If you're stuck with a non-functional or suddenly dead iPhone, you may be wondering how to wipe the device clean before getting rid of it. A CyberGuy.com reader recently asked this very question, and ...

Most components of a mattress are recyclable, and recycling a mattress reduces unnecessary landfill waste. Several facilities can pick up old mattresses, or people can travel to recycling centers. On ...