In an effort to save a little bit of money, you might be tempted to try certain car repairs on your own. However, if you don’t know what you’re doing when you pop open your car’s hood, you could end up making a minor problem much worse. What’s more, you could also put yourself into… Read more »
The different belts and hoses that are situated on the inside of your car aren’t going to last forever. From your timing belt and serpentine belt to your heating hose and coolant hose, all of your various belts and hoses are made of rubber. This means that they’re going to constantly be at war with… Read more »
Do you want to ensure that your ATV lasts for 10, 15, or maybe even 20 years? You’re going to need to make a consistent plan to maintain it. Whether you use it almost every day or every once in awhile, you can get plenty of mileage out of an ATV when it’s well-maintained over… Read more »
Have you noticed the windshield wipers on your car seem to struggle to clear off your windshield when it’s raining outside? This could put you, your passengers, and other drivers in danger if you don’t do something about it. You should strongly consider replacing your windshield wiper blades right away. Here are several other signs… Read more »
When the check engine light comes on in your car, you should make an appointment at an auto repair shop as soon as possible to have a car diagnostic test performed. During a car diagnostic test, an auto repair shop will hook your vehicle up to a computer to see what’s wrong with it. You… Read more »
Do you need to have a repair made to your vehicle? You should always make sure the automotive technician who works on your car, truck, or SUV is ASE certified. A mechanic who has obtained their Automotive Service Excellence Certification has gone through the proper training when it comes to working on cars and shown… Read more »
The axles in your car, truck, or SUV have a very important job. They’re responsible for taking power from your transmission and transferring it to your wheels so that your vehicle moves forward when you’re driving. If your axles aren’t working properly, it’ll often make it hard for you and your vehicle to move optimally…. Read more »
Today’s vehicles involve many electrical functions that work thanks to the alternator. If you have a bad alternator, then it’s highly likely your battery is going to lose power and your vehicle won’t start. If you see an alert light on your dashboard showing “ALT,” “GEN,” or a green battery icon, you should bring your… Read more »
I’m sure most of us are all-too-aware that when your car is giving you trouble, there is no shortage of places to look for the problem. Let’s say you hop in your car, put your key in the ignition and turn it over, only to hear that pathetic, disheartening stutter. You rack your brain. Why… Read more »
When the air conditioner in your car stops working in the spring or summer, you won’t want to spend any time driving around. Sure, you can try to cool your car off by rolling the windows down. However, that’s not going to cut it when it’s especially humid outside. You’ll need to have your AC… Read more »
