While Base Commander Jack D. Ripper might’ve been concerned about the perceived international Communist conspiracy to sap and impurify all of our precious bodily fluids, I’m more concerned about the fluids in your car. Since you no doubt see advertisements for an oil change near you on a near-daily basis, I likely don’t need to […]
Checking and adjusting your car’s alignment at home is not impossible, but it is somewhat complicated and takes some work–that shouldn’t dissuade you from trying it; just be prepared. If you prefer to Google “auto alignment near me” and take your vehicle to a service station, then that’s completely fair, but it is something you […]
There’s no denying that the tires on your vehicle are one of the most essential parts to maintain in great condition, no matter where you live or what your road conditions are like. If you’re in a place with rough winter weather, like the Midwest, then this becomes even more crucial as having the right […]
The Suburban is the largest SUV in Chevy’s lineup, and if you take care of it properly, it can keep you and your family on the road for a long time. Whether you just bought a 2022 Chevy Suburban or you’re thinking about it, and you’re curious about what kind of maintenance schedule you might […]
You’re cruising down the road, perhaps going to work or simply enjoying your day off, when all of a sudden great plumes of steam start rolling out from under the hood of your car; what do you do? Do you freak out and panic, perhaps slam on your brakes in the middle of traffic or […]
When working on a vehicle, few things are worse than reaching for some anti-seize lubricant or bearing grease only to discover that you don’t have any. Most of us make sure we have the right parts ready when we’re working on something – it’s easy to remember spark plugs when you’re replacing one because that’s […]
While there is a lot of simple auto-maintenance that you can easily tackle by yourself at home, there are other sorts of service that require much more expertise. Even with things that you probably don’t want to mess with in your driveway, it’s still important to understand how everything works so that you’ll know what […]
Allow me to paint a picture for you: it’s 7 am on a Monday morning, you’re dragging hard from enjoying your weekend and running a bit late for work; you get to your car and notice a pool of strange, brown fluid slowly drying below your vehicle. Your first thought is a string of expletives; […]
Proper car care can mean a lot of different things; it can be as simple as checking your tire tread depth once a month and making sure your turn signal lights are working, or as elaborate as rebuilding an engine. One of the simplest ways to care for your own vehicle, and skip a trip […]
I firmly believe in the importance of having the best tires possible on your vehicle to ensure you remain in control of your car and have it respond to your steering precisely. That being said, there’s no single “best tire” for every driver, vehicle, and road condition – it’s a matter of what you’re looking […]
Young drivers out there, I have good news: I’m about to share with you the most compelling and exciting information you’ve ever read. Are you ready? Well, too bad because I lied – this is actually going to be about the tires on your car, and there’s just no way to make that kind of […]
If you’ve been inside an auto parts store at any point in the last couple of decades, then you’ve likely noticed a particular trend: the massive increase in the number of little bottles filling aisles. While some of these bottles contain important things like motor oil and coolant, many of them offer a wide range […]
Just about everyone who drives a car has heard of spark plugs, but plenty of drivers have no idea what they actually are. Simply watching TV shows and movies is enough to introduce the term to most people – it’s a great thing to randomly blame engine trouble on when a screenplay writer needs to […]
This is an important question that not everyone can honestly answer “yes” to – yet it’s one of the most fundamental aspects of owning and caring for your vehicle. Getting an oil change might not be the most exciting thing in the world, but it’s a very important and simple part of properly maintaining your […]
At some point or another, while performing your own vehicle maintenance, you’re going to ask yourself, “Can I do my own alignment?” The short answer is: yes; however, it depends on your vehicle. Today, I’m going to take you through everything you need to know about your vehicle’s alignment, or at least everything you need […]
Part of the joy of working on your own vehicle is learning about the different components and parts in it and then discovering how beautifully they all work together, every moment you’re driving, to make your car function. One part that most people never really think about is the O2 sensor – that’s “O” as […]
When working on your own vehicle, it’s important to recognize that there are some projects that require a great deal of expertise and should be handled either by a professional or only once you have a lot of experience with auto repairs and maintenance. Just as important, however, is realizing that other projects are remarkably […]
The old maxim still holds true: if you take good care of your car, it will take good care of you. Proper maintenance and service, along with safe driving practices, will keep your vehicle running for a long time and keep it in great condition so it will get you wherever you need to go. […]
It takes a lot of different moving parts and mechanical systems, all working together, to get your vehicle to run and move for you. One of the most important parts under your car’s hood is the alternator, though it’s an oft-misunderstood piece of equipment. The alternator essentially provides electricity to all of the different systems […]
For many drivers, the check engine light can be the source of a lot of mystery and concern, indicating that something is wrong, but you’re not sure what. You might wonder if low oil can cause your check engine light to come on, and the answer is no. Low oil has its own indicator light […]
The suspension system of your vehicle is very important. Not only does it provide you with a smooth ride that keeps you and your passengers comfortable, but it’s also connected to your steering system and ensures you’re able to maintain control over your vehicle. When something goes wrong with your suspension and steering systems, then […]
