Consumer Reports’ Least Reliable New Cars on the Market
When it comes to buying cars, we could all use a bit of help steering us away from certain models we find appealing, but that would result in a serious case of buyer’s remorse further down the line. To give you a helpful thrust, Consumer Reports has just come out with a list of the […]
Proper Etiquette for Filling Up Your Gas Tank
If you’re already a pro at filling up your own gas tank, you’re probably wondering “Who doesn’t know how to pump their own gas?” The fact is, there are some states – like Oregon and New Jersey – where it’s actually illegal for you to pump your own gas. Some nutty rules about lowering gas […]
How to Refill Your Windshield Wiper Fluid
Refilling your car’s windshield wiper fluid reservoir is about as easy as filling up your gas tank. It’s even more convenient than pumping gas, considering you can do it right in your garage or driveway. Just follow the 5 steps below. How to Add Windshield Washer Fluid – 5 Steps: Buy Fluid You can pick […]
How to Stop Wasting Gas
Got a wad of cash burning a hole in your pocket? There are plenty of effective ways of getting rid of that, you know. But why fly to Vegas and bet it all on “22” when you can just as easily throw money away by doing something we’re all guilty of anyway: wasting gas. If […]
What Tire Size Do I Need for My Car?
If you’re in the market for a new tires, the first thing you need to do is find out what size tire you need. And don’t just glance at it and say “Looks like medium-size to me.” Just kidding. Fortunately, it’s not all that difficult to do and there are several ways you can find […]
How to Extend the Average Car Life Expectancy
Everybody’s always talking about getting your oil changed on a regular basis to ensure our car lives a long and fruitful life. But there are actually about a thousand other things that you’re probably doing wrong on a daily basis that are contributing to the early death of your beloved set of wheels. Here are […]
Common Causes of Car Air Conditioner Problems
Now that summer is gone and fall is rolling in, you may find yourself in that strange seasonal limbo: using your car’s heater in the morning and the air conditioner in the afternoon. After the long, hot summer, you may notice that your AC isn’t working quite as well as it used to. Some of […]
How to Maintain Your Car & Keep It Running Smoothly
With the economic downturn of the last several years, more and more people are opting to fix and maintain their older cars instead of trading them in for a new set of wheels. There are even statistics to back this up. For example, Experian Automotive lists the average age of vehicles on the road today […]
How to Check Your Car’s Coolant Level
How to Check Your Car’s Coolant Level Keeping your engine coolant reservoir at manufacturer recommended levels is critical to your car’s operation. Without the right amount of coolant, your engine can overheat, leaving you stranded by the side of the road and stuck with a totally unnecessary towing bill – not to mention, a potentially […]
Top Problems Women Face When Going to the Mechanic
I think almost everybody faces some element of anxiety when they visit their auto mechanic. But after talking with many female friends, coworkers, and family members of mine, it seemed like their anxiety rode a little higher. So I wanted to get it down on paper – well, internet paper – what some of their […]
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