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Trivia and History

Who Is the Automatic Gearbox Inventor?

Read on to find out more about the people behind the development of automatic gearboxes, how automatic gearboxes work, and more. Read more

Automotive World

What Is Crab Walk? How to Activate it, Availability, Uses, and More

Find out what crab walking is in cars, how it works, which car models have it, how to use it, and other FAQs. Read more

Driving

What Is Average Reaction Time When Driving? Plus FAQs

Find out the importance of reaction time in driving, the factors that affect it, how to improve yours, and more. Read more

Lifestyle

Best Classic Cars To Drive Everyday

Having a classic car is like owning a piece of history, but not every piece of history does well on the daily. Here are our favorites. Read more

Lifestyle

Weather Car Insurance and Other Safety Tips Against Bad Weather

Learn about the best weather car insurance policy and safety tips to protect your car against hurricanes and other weather-related damage. Read more

Lifestyle

When To Use 4-Wheel Drive

Engaging 4-wheel drive mode at the wrong time can damage the system. Learn when to use the 4-wheel drive correctly and safely. Read more

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Auto Repair
OBD-II Trouble Codes

Mini Cooper S P01497 Fault Code Explained

The P01497 fault code has many Mini Cooper S owners scratching their heads. Here’s what the code means and what might have triggered it. Read more

Engine

Is the VVT System Part of the Camshaft? And Other Camshaft FAQs

Learn about Variable Valve Timing, its role in modern engines, and the answers to its frequently asked questions. Read more

Car Body

How to Install Rain Guards on Vehicles

Learn about rain guards, what they provide, and how to properly install them on your vehicle so that they don’t detach in the future. Read more

Warning Lights

What Does the Maintenance Required Light Mean?

Your vehicle’s dash tells you a ton of information, but what does it mean when the maintenance required light illuminates? Find out here! Read more

Transmission

Tips on How To Bleed a Clutch

Bleeding a clutch is pretty straightforward if you know what you’re doing. Here are some tips and tricks you need to know for the project. Read more

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Vehicle Reliability
Toyota

Toyota FJ Cruiser Reliability and Common Problems

Learn the Toyota FJ Cruiser’s most common issues for different model years to know what repairs it may need in the future. Read more

Vehicle Reliability

Land Rover LR3 Reliability and Common Problems

The Land Rover LR3 may not be the most reliable SUV on the market. Check out this list of its most commonly reported issues. Read more

Chevrolet

Chevrolet Malibu Reliability: An In-Depth Guide

Get a comprehensive guide to the reliability of the Chevrolet Malibu, including data-driven insights, common issues, and cost of ownership. Make an informed decision about owning a Malibu. Read more

Honda

Honda Fit Reliability and Common Problems

Looking to purchase a used Honda Fit? Find out what repairs are common for some model years by reading this guide. Read more

Vehicle Reliability

Ford Edge Reliability and Common Problems

The Ford Edge is a very good SUV but it's best to know which of its model years have the most issues and what those are. Check out this list. Read more

Dodge

Dodge Avenger Reliability and Common Problems

Looking to buy a secondhand Dodge Avenger? See how reliable Dodge Avengers are and get to know their common problems here. Read more

Vehicle Reliability

Scion tC Reliability and Common Problems

The Scion tC is an affordable and reliable two-door compact sedan. However, it has a few common problems under its hood. Read more. Read more

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