TESTING A CAR’S LIGHTING SYSTEM FOR TOWING SUCCESS
When testing a car’s lighting system before you tow, it helps to understand the basics. Not only do you need to consider whether the...
HOW TO JUMP-START A HYBRID CAR
Hybrid cars might have a leg up on conventional gas engines, but they’re not infallible. They can still break down, run out of juice and...
HEADLIGHT BULB REPLACEMENT: WHICH BULB IS RIGHT FOR YOU?
If one of your headlights is burnt out and it’s time for headlight bulb replacement, the variety of bulbs available at the auto parts...
ALL WEATHER VERSUS SNOW TIRES: THE GRIPPING TRUTH BEHIND YOUR SNOW DAY DRIVING
When the weatherman starts saying the dreaded “S” word, the first thought many of us have is: “How will I be able to drive to work?”...
ANTIFREEZE USES AND WHY YOUR CAR NEEDS IT
As temperatures drop, a very important liquid is at work in your car to help keep it running. Known traditionally as “antifreeze” and...
HOW TO ORGANIZE YOUR TOOLS LIKE A PRO
Whether you’re an occasional DIYer or a busy backyard mechanic, you need the right tools for the job and a systematic way to keep them...
WHAT IS AN ALTERNATOR? A PRACTICAL GUIDE
What is an alternator? Simply put, it’s a part of your car’s electrical system that you never really have to think about until it starts...
HAVE A CRACKED OIL PAN? HERE’S HOW TO FIX IT
A cracked oil pan can cause leaks that could damage your car’s engine. The oil pan is located underneath your vehicle, and if you drive...
4 CAR BATTERY MAINTENANCE TIPS: GET MAXIMUM LIFE OUT OF YOUR CAR
You’re in luck — car battery maintenance is one of the easier types of DIY work you’ll encounter with an automobile. While some modern...
SIGNS OF A BAD CATALYTIC CONVERTER
When cars were first invented, there wasn’t a ton of thought given to emissions beyond “keep them out of the passenger compartment.” As...
