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When to Use Your Emergency Brake
People love abbreviations and shortenings of language. It’s almost as if they can’t be troubled to speak an additional three syllables. Sometimes it can be fun and cool to bestow a catchy nickname on your favorite person or thing. But there are some abbreviations that simply shouldn’t be allowed. One perfect example is “e-brake.” When […]
How to Change Your Car's Headlight
These days, headlight bulbs are lasting longer and longer. But that’s no guarantee that you won’t someday find yourself with a burned out headlight. When this happens, it’s imperative that you get it taken care of quickly – being on the road with only one headlight isn’t only dangerous, but it can also cost you […]
Essential Items for Your Car
Stuff happens. It’s an unavoidable fact of life. But that doesn’t mean you can’t arm yourself in advance for unforeseen circumstances. Whether you’re driving across town or taking a cross country voyage, there are a handful of things you should never hit the road without. Here’s a checklist of the top 8 most important items for […]
5 Common Car Repair Myths: Busted
Buying into long held car repair myths won’t necessarily hurt your wallet. Whoever lost a fortune believing in the Loch Ness Monster or the Abominable Snowman? Cryptozoology enthusiasts who have sunk their fortunes into trying to prove the existence of these fabled creatures need not answer that question. However, there is one class of myth […]
Why It's Important to Rotate Your Tires
A lot of people flake out when it comes to having their tires rotated on a regular basis, but did you know that failing to do so can cost you hundreds of dollars a year in tire replacement? It’s important to rotate your tires to ensure your getting the maximum life out of our purchase. […]
Should You Repair Your Car Yourself, or Take it to a Mechanic?
Experiencing car trouble doesn’t necessarily mean you’re going to be stuck forking over a huge percentage of your monthly earnings to a mechanic. In fact, there are a great number of repairs and maintenance issues that you can handle on your own, with only the help of a few tools and a strong dose of self […]
Car Overheating Problems to Watch Out For
To paraphrase an old classic, summer’s here and the time is right for taking to the streets. Literally. What better way to spend your summer vacation than by taking an adventurous road trip across America’s endless network of blacktop highways? Alas, triple-digit temperatures can take a serious toll on your vehicle and if you venture […]
