10 BEST FATHER’S DAY GIFT IDEAS FOR DIY GEARHEADS
Looking for Father’s Day gift ideas for the Dad who likes to tinker? You’re in luck. DIY Dads are easy to shop for, because there’s...
PREVENT LAWN MOWER DAMAGE: ARE YOU MAKING THESE 3 COMMON MISTAKES?
Your yard might be your pride and joy, but it also requires a lot from you, especially when it comes to mowing. Although it sounds like a...
5 SKILLS FOR YOUNG CAR ENTHUSIASTS ON A QUEST TO BECOME GEARHEADS
Novice car fans know several things about most any vehicle, including the engine size, transmission, suspension tuning, horsepower and...
THE MODERN ENGINE MAINTENANCE MINDSET
At its core, the internal combustion engine is still the same as it’s ever been, using pistons and valves to convert the explosive power...
THE 48-VOLT SYSTEM: AN EMERGING STANDARD?
Most modern vehicles have 12-volt* electrical systems, which power everything by means of the car battery. In recent years, we’ve seen...
YOUR CAR TEMPERATURE GAUGE SYSTEM: READ IT RIGHT, SAVE YOUR MOTOR
Your car temperature gauge seems straightforward: a needle that shows you whether your engine is hot or cold, with a “safe zone” of...
ALTERNATE SOURCE: INSIDE AN ALTERNATOR
Your vehicle’s electrical system is quite complex. Modern cars have miles of wire, multiple computers and sensors on every possible...
THE PROS AND CONS OF SUMMER TIRES
You may have heard of summer tires by a different name: performance tires. For people who hit the track, performance tires are a must....
HOW TO SPOT A BAD VALVE COVER GASKET
Engine gaskets perform one of the most vital roles in your engine: They keep dirt and debris out and keep oil and other fluids in. When...
HOW TO SAFELY JACK YOUR CAR: 3 IMPORTANT TIPS
Knowing how to safely jack your car can mean the difference between being stranded on the side of the road waiting for a tow and getting...
