TURBOCHARGER VS. SUPERCHARGER SHOWDOWN
If you’ve ever looked to boost your engine’s output, you’ve run across the words “turbocharger” and “supercharger.” While someone...
FLOOD-DAMAGED CARS FOLLOWING HURRICANES: DO YOU FIX IT OR DITCH IT?
Hurricanes leave a large swath of destruction in their wake. Automotive data firm Black Book says that Hurricane Harvey in 2017 destroyed...
WHAT IS A THROTTLE BODY?
Despite what you may have seen in sci-fi action movies, there are no explosions in space. The reason for this is simple: without oxygen,...
THE BEST WINDSHIELD WIPER BLADES FOR ANY WEATHER
Not all windshield wipers are created equal. Much like your tires, the set of windshield wipers you pick should be a good match for the...
THREE BEST LEAF PEEPING TRIPS
The crisp fall air triggers more than the need for an extra layer or a hot cider craving. It’s part of the chemical reaction that entices...
WHY ARE DRUM BRAKES STILL IN MODERN CARS?
The first word your mind associates with brakes is probably disc, right? Disc brakes have been around for decades and have replaced drum...
USING PERSONAL VEHICLES FOR WORK? KEEP THESE MAINTENANCE TIPS IN MIND
These days, many drivers earn extra cash by using their personal vehicles for work purposes. Ride-hailing services like Uber and Lyft...
HOW TO CHANGE A TIRE IN 5 EASY STEPS
Learning how to change a tire can seem intimidating at first, but it’s really a simple process involving basic tools that you can keep...
THE 411 ON THE BRAKE CALIPER
The brake caliper is a critical part of your car’s braking system. While it doesn’t get the attention garnered by braking components like...
WHAT IS AN ELECTRONIC CONTROL MODULE?
You’ve probably heard of the electronic control module, or ECM, before. Or was it the ECU? How about PCM — does that ring a bell? These...
