The headlights got left on and the battery ran out in your vehicle. Or maybe it was your kids playing with the cabin light. Perhaps your battery is on its last legs anyway and winter just hit. Whatever the reason, your battery is dead and you need a jump to get moving. Here’s [...]
Many of the sounds heard driving down the road indicate the vehicle is doing what it is supposed to. The engine rumbles comfortably. The tires make a smooth humming sound. And the tailpipes make a muffled roar every now and again when the light turns green or the gas pedal gets pressed down. [...]
The engine is the most expensive and important part of the vehicle. Proper care of the engine is vital to keep the car in good working order. Aside from oil changes and basic maintenance, it is important to pay attention to signs that a problem might be developing. The head gasket is a [...]
Most people know that oil acts as a lubricant in a vehicle’s engine. But many people are not aware of what the oil lubricates or why it is needed. Unless you are a mechanic or someone who has taken a genuine interest in learning about the auto engine, you most likely do not [...]
You wouldn’t go see your doctor every time you sniffle or sneeze. Most people know better than to seek medical attention for a small cut, bruise, or a minor cold virus. So why would someone take their car in for every minor thing? Because most of us are intimidated by car repairs. What [...]
It may have looked cool when you put it on, but maybe now you’re having second thoughts about that window tinting or sticker. Did you get pulled over because the tinting is too dark for state regulations? Or are you just having a hard time seeing clearly through the windows? Or did you [...]
For those of us whose autos are vertically challenged, we all know that dreadful sound of turning onto a steep driveway. SCRAPE! That just can’t be good. It does not have to be that way. Suspension height is something that can be changed. But many people who understand the ins and outs of [...]
Wheel alignment can cause a car steering wheel to pull to one side and it causes premature wear on the tires, in an often uneven pattern, which can blow tires a great deal faster than normal. Wheels properly aligned are parallel to each other and, at the same time, perpendicular to the ground. [...]
The exhaust system is an important part of your vehicle, carrying burnt gases away from the engine. The gases may flow through a header, exhaust manifold, turbocharger, catalytic converter, muffler and/or silencer, depending on the design and function of the specific exhaust system. These systems are used on cars, trucks, motorcycles, two-stroke engines, [...]
Checking your tires is not as simple as many people believe. It’s more complicated than just checking the air and level of tread. There are different wear patterns, for example, that can indicate various problems. First of all, you should always keep the air inflated to the manufacturer recommendations. If the tires are [...]
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