If you’re like most people, you dread seeing certain “lights” come on when you’re sitting in your vehicle. For instance, there’s that darn “check engine light,” which really doesn’t tell you much, except that you should probably take the vehicle to a mechanic and have them check the engine. Vehicles today have an “onboard diagnostics… Read more »
There are a lot of really important parts that you rely on with your vehicle. You wouldn’t be able to drive without things like an engine, a gas tank or a set of four tires, of course. Your starter, however, might just be the most important part of your vehicle, because if it’s not working… Read more »
Has this ever happened to you? You’re in a hurry to get to work, so you rush outside, hop in the driver’s seat, turn the key and then – nothing. Why? Because you just found out the hard way that your battery has died! This can be one of the most frustrating experiences in life,… Read more »
As 2016 draws to a close, it’s time for most of us to make resolutions to better ourselves in the new year. As a car or truck, it’s also a good time to commit to taking better care of your vehicle better or to be more diligent about keeping it clean. Here are four solid… Read more »
It’s that time of year again – the holiday season! It’s a time of presents, memories and, of course, long road trips to visit your loved ones. Some family members live farther away than others, and if you are traveling a long distance, preparing your car is essential. The best way to ensure that your… Read more »
The belts and hoses in your car are vital in having it operate properly. If one were to deteriorate and break, it could create quite a big headache for you. That’s why it is important to keep up on their maintenance and replacement. When it comes to your hoses, most automakers – and even many… Read more »
Most people have heard the terms “two-wheel drive,” “four-wheel drive,” and “all-wheel drive” when shopping for vehicles, but the average driver probably doesn’t know exactly the differences between each of these types of drive. It’s important to learn more about the mechanical differences between each of them, though, because each type of vehicle will need… Read more »
With car fluids such as gas and windshield wiper fluid always getting our attention, it can be easy to forget about your vehicle’s coolant. The problem is, however, that when you neglect the cooling system, it can turn into a real issue for your car, so it’s important to flush your vehicle’s coolant on schedule…. Read more »
If you drive a vehicle on a daily basis, the chances are that you have heard of a fuel filter before. Whether you heard about it casually, or your mechanic told that you need a new one, most of us have heard the term and understand that it is an important part of our vehicle…. Read more »
Although we use them on a daily basis, we pay little attention to our cars windshield wipers. We pay such little mind to them, in fact, that many of us don’t know when it’s time to replace them. One easy way to know when you need new windshield wipers is by simply turning them on…. Read more »
