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September 5, 2022
Wheel Backspacing VS Wheel Offset: Charts and Table Included
DIY
September 2, 2022
What is a Torsion Key Lift?
DIY
September 2, 2022
Good Brakes vs. Bad Brakes
DIY
September 2, 2022
Rusty Brake Discs: Should You Be Worried?
Suspension
September 2, 2022
When to Replace Your Steering Knuckles
Suspension
September 1, 2022
Bad Ball Joint Symptoms
Suspension
September 1, 2022
Shocks and Struts Replacement Cost
DIY
September 1, 2022
How to Extend the Service Life of Wheel Bearings
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August 29, 2022
How to Remove Blind Spot Mirrors
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August 26, 2022
A Guide to Car Window Accessories
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August 21, 2022
Can You Put Seat Covers on Heated Seats and Is it Safe?
DIY
August 21, 2022
Bumper Cover vs. Bumper: What’s the Difference?
Car Body
August 21, 2022
What are the Parts of a Car Door?
DIY
August 21, 2022
How to Pass an Emissions Test: 7 Tips That May Help
DIY
August 21, 2022
How to Close Car Hood Properly
DIY
August 19, 2022
Broken Tail Lights: Where to Get Them Replaced Quickly
DIY
August 19, 2022
What to Do If Your Car Has Broken Headlights
Maintenance
August 19, 2022
Broken Side Mirror? Here’s How to Get it Fixed by a Mechanic Quickly
DIY
August 19, 2022
Want to Save on Car Maintenance? Some Tips and Things to Consider
Maintenance
August 12, 2022
5 Critical Car Maintenance Items Most People Forget
Electrical System
August 11, 2022
How Long Do Hybrid Batteries Last? Tips On Operation and Replacement
Braking System
August 11, 2022
Steering Angle Sensor: What It Is, Symptoms of Failure, Types, and More
Wheels and Tires
August 11, 2022
How Far Can You Drive on a Spare Tire? Straight Answers
Transmission
August 10, 2022
Transmission Gasket: Replacement Cost, Location, and FAQ
Car Lights
August 8, 2022
Fog Lights: What They Do and When to Use Them
DIY
August 4, 2022
Manufacturer’s Warranty: What Is It, and How Does It Apply to Your Car?
DIY
August 4, 2022
How Does a Synchromesh Gearbox Work? Diagrams Included
DIY
July 21, 2022
Legal Window Tint Percentages and How They Work
DIY
July 21, 2022
Sticky Dashboard: What Causes It and How to Clean
Engine
July 15, 2022
Bad Engine Rocker Arm Symptoms, Plus Replacement Recommendations
DIY
July 15, 2022
What is Turbo Lag? Definition, Cause, and Tips to Reduce It
DIY
July 15, 2022
Mid-Engine Cars Explained, Plus Pros and Cons
DIY
July 15, 2022
What is a Heads-up Display on a Car? Types, Benefits, and More
DIY
July 15, 2022
Swollen Lug Nuts: Causes and What To Do If Your Car Has Them
DIY
July 15, 2022
Mufflers vs. Resonators: Here’s the Difference
DIY
July 13, 2022
What Do Turbos Look Like? Plus How they Work, and More
DIY
July 13, 2022
Transmission Seal Leak Symptoms, Plus Causes of Failure
Ignition System
July 13, 2022
AGM vs. Standard Battery: Which Is Better For Your Car?
DIY
July 11, 2022
What Does Remanufactured Mean? VS Refurbished, Rebuilt, Reconditioned
DIY
July 11, 2022
Bad Idler Pulley Symptoms Plus Replacement Recommendations
DIY
July 10, 2022
Can You Pump Gas With the Car On? Plain Answers
DIY
July 10, 2022
What is a TPMS Sensor? Signs and Causes of Failure, and More
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July 10, 2022
Engine Coolant Temperature Sensor: Purpose, Location, and Failure Signs
DIY
July 10, 2022
How Much Does Brake Line Replacement Cost? Plus FAQs
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July 3, 2022
Car Body Parts and Repair Resources
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June 27, 2022
Car PCM: Meaning, Symptoms of Failure, and More
DIY
June 27, 2022
What Is a Car Blower Motor? Purpose, Symptoms, and More
DIY
June 27, 2022
How Much Does a Wheel Bearing Replacement Cost—Plus More FAQs Answered
Maintenance
June 24, 2022
Pre-Road-Trip Tips for Your Summertime Getaway
DIY
June 22, 2022
Sway Bar End Link Guide: What It Is, Replacement FAQs, and More
DIY
June 22, 2022
5th Wheel Hitch Guide: Installation, Differences vs Gooseneck, and More
Engine
June 21, 2022
What Millennials and Gen-Z Need to Know about Carburetors
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June 20, 2022
What Does an EGR Valve Do?
DIY
June 20, 2022
How Much Is Transmission Fluid? Plus Answers to Commonly Asked Questions
DIY
June 17, 2022
4 Reasons Why Your Car A/C Smells Bad
Drivetrain
June 17, 2022
RWD vs FWD: Differences in Towing, Rain, Snow, Drifting, and More
DIY
June 17, 2022
My Car Battery Won’t Hold a Charge. What Do I Do?
Wheels and Tires
June 17, 2022
What Are Wheel Spacers and Are They Safe?
DIY
June 17, 2022
Truck Bed Sizes Guide: Short Bed, Long Bed, and More
DIY
June 10, 2022
8 of the Most Important Car Sensors You Should Know About
DIY
June 9, 2022
Valve Stem Seals Guide: Definition, Types, Signs of Failure
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June 8, 2022
Turn Signal Relay Guide: Location, Signs of Failure, Replacement Info
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June 7, 2022
The Different Types of Scan Tools and Code Readers: Which is Right for You?
DIY
June 5, 2022
How to Replace a PCV Valve
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June 2, 2022
DRL System: How It Works and Replacement Guide
DIY
June 2, 2022
Does Motor Oil Expire? (Shelf Life and Types + When to Replace)
DIY
June 2, 2022
Front and Rear Brakes: Difference, Types, and More
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June 1, 2022
Car Headliner Guide: What It Is, Fabric Types, and FAQ
DIY
June 1, 2022
Why is My Blinker Blinking Fast?
DIY
June 1, 2022
What Subframe Bushings Do for Your Suspension
DIY
May 30, 2022
Car Engine Parts Guide & Resources
Maintenance
May 30, 2022
Is it Bad to Leave Your Car Running?
DIY
May 30, 2022
Steering Rack Guide: Definition, How it Works, Signs of Damage
DIY
May 29, 2022
Transmission Pan Guide: Signs of Leak, What to DO, & FAQ
DIY
May 26, 2022
How to Change your Engine Air Filter
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May 23, 2022
What Is a Car Defroster and How Does It Work?
DIY
May 23, 2022
How to Spot and Prevent a Corroded Car Battery
DIY
May 23, 2022
Symptoms of a Bad Timing Belt Tensioner and FAQ
DIY
May 20, 2022
What Size is a Spark Plug Socket? See Table with Socket Sizes
Ignition System
May 20, 2022
SLA Battery Guide: Definition, Types, Charging, & FAQ
DIY
May 20, 2022
Brake Master Cylinder Guide: Replacement Cost, FAQ, and More
DIY
May 20, 2022
The Crankshaft Pulley: What It Is and How to Tell if It’s Broken
Accessories
May 18, 2022
8 Trailer Hitch Accessories That Will Make Your Life Easier
DIY
May 18, 2022
Transmission Valve Body: What it Is, How it Works, and More
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May 18, 2022
What Does a Cold Air Intake Do?
DIY
May 4, 2022
A Comprehensive Guide to Valve Lash
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May 4, 2022
Your Guide to How Spider Gears Work, Plus FAQs
DIY
May 4, 2022
Brake Hoses Guide: Types and FAQs About Replacement
DIY
May 4, 2022
Rotor Resurfacing vs. Rotor Replacement: Which Is the Better Option?
DIY
May 4, 2022
A Guide to How Your Car’s Gear Shifter Works
DIY
May 4, 2022
Everything You Need to Know About Power Steering Belts
Car Body
May 3, 2022
How Do Flareside and Styleside Truck Beds Differ?
Car Body
May 3, 2022
Regular Cab, Extended Cab, or Crew Cab: A Guide to Truck Cab Styles
DIY
April 28, 2022
Why Is My Brake Caliper Sticking?
DIY
April 28, 2022
What Is a Car Dimmer Switch?
DIY
April 20, 2022
How to Measure a Driveshaft
Suspension
April 18, 2022
The Basics of Lowering Your Car (Cost Estimates Included)
Maintenance
April 13, 2022
How to Test a Car Battery with a Multimeter
Accessories
April 13, 2022
Everything You Need to Know About Bumper Guards
DIY
April 8, 2022
Bad Motor Mount Symptoms
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