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Reading Time: 4 minutesA car’s audio system can make or break road trip enjoyment. Whether you’re driving alone or with friends, nothing beats… Read More

Reading Time: 5 minutesRoof racks are accessories that you can install on your vehicle’s roof. You can use them to carry extra cargo,… Read More

Reading Time: 5 minutesParking space is never a guarantee when you’re away from home. Whether you’re parking for a few minutes for a… Read More

Reading Time: 4 minutesCar swamp coolers, also known as evaporative coolers, are a cost-effective alternative to standard air conditioning for vehicles. Before modern… Read More

Reading Time: 4 minutesIf there’s one thing you and your engine have in common, it’s that you both need clean air to function…. Read More

Reading Time: 5 minutesCar air conditioning (A/C) systems run on the power generated by the engine’s crankshaft. While this power allows the A/C… Read More

Reading Time: 2 minutesQ: I have a 2012 Ford F-150 with a direct-injected, 3.5L EcoBoost engine. To combat carbon build-up on the valves,… Read More

Reading Time: < 1 minuteQ: I have a 2002 Kia Sportage. Recently, my car’s windshield washers stopped working. I can no longer hear the… Read More

Reading Time: 2 minutesQ: I have a 2007 Toyota Tacoma. The truck has a minor steering wheel shimmy on the freeway when traveling… Read More

Reading Time: 4 minutesBrake lag isn’t necessarily a bad thing. In fact, it’s a natural part of the braking process that’s used to… Read More

Reading Time: 4 minutesIt’s important to stay on top of the list of maintenance tasks connected to your vehicle’s brakes. After all, they’re… Read More

Reading Time: 3 minutesBrake rotors are big circular discs that sit behind your wheels. The rotors provide a surface for the brake calipers… Read More

Reading Time: 3 minutesRain guards, window rain guards, or wind deflectors are accessories that you can easily install on any vehicle. Rain guards… Read More

Reading Time: 4 minutesWindshields, new and old, can develop dirty and oily films when the temperature gets too high. The heat burns the… Read More

Reading Time: 4 minutesRust is troublesome, especially on body panels or near suspension components. It can even compromise your vehicle’s structural integrity when… Read More

Reading Time: 5 minutesIf one or all of your brake lights isn’t working, it can be a cause for alarm. After all, brake… Read More

Reading Time: 3 minutesAn HID ballast is the component responsible for mediating the voltage and current of an HID bulb. It allows the… Read More

Reading Time: 5 minutesHeadlight seals, also known as headlight sealants or headlight sealers, are designed to keep moisture, dirt, and debris out of… Read More

Reading Time: 3 minutesIf you’re noticing dirty air filter symptoms on your daily drives, it’s probably time to switch out your engine air… Read More

Reading Time: 4 minutesAlso known as antifreeze, coolant is a type of fluid specifically designed to protect your engine from overheating while lubricating… Read More

Reading Time: 4 minutesThe blower motor is one component that you might need to replace if the HVAC system isn’t working properly. Let’s… Read More

Reading Time: 4 minutesBrake lag isn’t necessarily a bad thing. In fact, it’s a natural part of the braking process that’s used to… Read More

Reading Time: 4 minutesIt’s important to stay on top of the list of maintenance tasks connected to your vehicle’s brakes. After all, they’re… Read More

Reading Time: 4 minutesIn order to function properly, the engine needs a sufficient supply of clean fuel. A fuel filter helps achieve this… Read More

Reading Time: 7 minutesIt’s not the biggest part, but the axle can cause various problems for your ride if it’s damaged or broken…. Read More

Reading Time: 4 minutesSix-wheel drive refers to a vehicle configuration that uses six wheels instead of the standard four. This means these vehicles… Read More

Reading Time: 4 minutesThe transfer case control module is one of the many computers in modern four-wheel drive (4WD) vehicles, especially the models… Read More

Reading Time: 4 minutesThe Nissan Frontier is certainly a tough workhorse that anyone can depend on. But as reliable as it is, the… Read More

Reading Time: 5 minutesA multifunction switch is actually a cluster of switches built into a single assembly. It typically includes the wiper/washer switch,… Read More

Reading Time: 5 minutesDriving your BMW is a joy, but not if you can’t trust its fuel gauge readings. The inaccurate data can… Read More

Reading Time: 4 minutesIn order to function properly, the engine needs a sufficient supply of clean fuel. A fuel filter helps achieve this… Read More

Reading Time: 2 minutesMost modern engines have variable valve timing (VVT), a feature designed to change an engine valve timing. Like other systems,… Read More

Reading Time: 3 minutesRod knocks refer to an engine’s rhythmic thumping sounds as you drive. It commonly manifests when you rev up the… Read More

Reading Time: 4 minutesThe intake manifold sucks air from its surroundings and funnels it to the engine’s valvetrain. This airflow through the pipes… Read More

Reading Time: 4 minutesDid you know there is a way to customize your vehicle’s auditory experience? If you’re a fan of muffler modifications,… Read More

Reading Time: 7 minutesIf there’s oil leaking from your exhaust, think twice about driving your vehicle until you’ve fixed the issue. The cause… Read More

Reading Time: 5 minutesFinding yourself stranded with a dead vehicle battery caren be a nightmare. Perhaps you left your headlights on while at… Read More

Reading Time: 3 minutesA key fob is a small remote control that can unlock your vehicle’s doors, open the trunk, and start the… Read More

Reading Time: 4 minutesNo one wants to find their vehicle missing because a thief stole it while you’re away. Older models are at… Read More

Reading Time: 4 minutesMost cars have a security alarm system that alerts everyone nearby when someone tries to break into the vehicle. However,… Read More

Reading Time: 4 minutesWhen milk goes bad, it develops an unpleasant, sour smell that can be hard to tolerate, especially in a confined… Read More

Reading Time: 4 minutesHaving clean car seats is about more than just keeping appearances. Clean car seats help prevent unpleasant odors, remove bacteria… Read More

Reading Time: 4 minutesEngine oil lubricates vital moving parts like the crankshaft and pistons, keeping them cool and friction-free. Unfortunately, oil eventually deteriorates,… Read More

Reading Time: 3 minutesImagine you’re driving down the highway one day, completely at ease. There’s no traffic and a nice, empty road stretches… Read More

Reading Time: 4 minutesCars and their parts don’t last forever. Sooner or later, some components can wear out, get damaged, or malfunction. Some… Read More

Reading Time: 3 minutesThe P01497 fault code has plagued many Mini Cooper S vehicles, particularly the 2008 and 2009 model years. But what… Read More

Reading Time: 3 minutesModern vehicles are equipped with camshaft and crankshaft position sensors that send data to the powertrain control module (PCM). The… Read More

Reading Time: 3 minutesA “no-start” condition isn’t uncommon. There’s a plethora of reasons why a vehicle wouldn’t start, and it can be hard… Read More

Reading Time: 4 minutesDriving can become risky or uncomfortable when there’s something wrong with your car’s suspension system. If you’ve tried repairing any… Read More

Reading Time: 5 minutesHow does a torsion bar suspension work? What about leaf springs and coil spring suspensions? Your vehicle relies on these… Read More

Reading Time: 3 minutesBall joints facilitate movement between your vehicle’s steering knuckles and upper and lower control arms. They’re an integral part of… Read More

Reading Time: 4 minutesYour vehicle’s transmission needs regular and tender loving care if you want to enjoy a smooth and safe ride. One… Read More

Reading Time: 4 minutesConsumers choose cars by carefully considering factors like cost, resale value, performance, and utility. But among these factors, fuel consumption… Read More

Reading Time: 5 minutesMost modern manual transmission vehicles use a hydraulic clutch system. These systems rely on hydraulic pressure to function, meaning they… Read More

Reading Time: 4 minutesYou can get a lot of information from your vehicle’s dashboard because it holds crucial indicators, like your trip odometer,… Read More

Reading Time: 3 minutesDashboard warning lights tend to vary in design depending on several factors, such as the car’s year, make, and model…. Read More

Reading Time: 4 minutesDriving with an overheated engine is a surefire way of damaging the mechanism. Fortunately, the engine temperature warning light will… Read More

Reading Time: 4 minutesWinter tires are a must if you drive in a state that receives snowfall. However, not all tire products are… Read More

Reading Time: 3 minutesLooking to replace your vehicle’s old set of tires? Switching to smaller tires could be a good option. That said,… Read More

Reading Time: 4 minutesDon’t expect your new car’s tires to last long, no matter how premium they might feel. While some stock tires… Read More