It’s the most wonderful and expensive time of the year! That means ridiculous travel arrangements, the overwhelming din of everyone you know and love crammed into one room, sales that make you wonder why anybody buys anything at full price, and budgets stretched further than our beltlines. I know you’re working on that last part […]
Waxing a car is the first line of defense against all the dirt, grime, salt, and road debris conspiring to foul up the paint job. Getting in the habit of regular washing and waxing won’t only keep your vehicle looking its best but can also go a long way in delaying some of the inevitable […]
A clean, well-kept vehicle is more than just a point of pride for drivers; it can also go a long way in helping it retain its value. Buyers can spot the difference between a vehicle that’s been lovingly cared for over the course of its life versus those that only met a sponge for the […]
Your owner’s manual should provide a detailed maintenance schedule that outlines when every hose, filter, belt, fluid, and components replacement needs to be performed. This schedule is an important document when it comes to Honda car maintenance, and faithfully following it can potentially add years to a vehicle’s life, ensure the best possible fuel efficiency, […]
Whether you’re new to working on your vehicle or you’ve been repairing cars for many years, we all struggle sometimes with knowing what to do with old parts after a repair or replacement job. It can be tempting to just toss an old tire into the trash, especially if it’s damaged, but you’re much better […]
It’s time. You’ve come to that point where you’ve decided to search for the best way to “sell my car.” There’s probably a lot going through your mind; how much do you sell it for? Should you sell to a dealership or privately? Are you going to take the proceeds and purchase a new method […]
Today’s cars, trucks, and SUVs are marvels of modern engineering, but that doesn’t mean they don’t need a little TLC from time to time. While no one is asking you to switch to premium fuel or detail the wheels with a toothbrush, there are a few simple maintenance tasks that can go a long way […]
No matter how reliable Honda’s vehicles might be, once you have keys in hand for your new car, truck, or SUV, its future is solely up to you. You are the one who is in charge of keeping up with your vehicle’s routine maintenance to ensure it’s running as safely, efficiently, and as clean as […]
When it comes to reliability and great performance, Honda is one of the best brands on the road, with a lot to offer and decades of happy and loyal customers. Like any other major automotive manufacturer, Honda covers its vehicles with warranty protection that you can take advantage of when it comes time for service. […]
When you go to get an oil change, it’s always good to also replace the oil filter. But what does the oil filter do? In the simplest terms, an oil filter removes contaminants from a vehicle’s motor oil, reducing the damage that can occur from the small, hard particles that find their way into the […]
Jeep Wranglers have long occupied the space of being the go-to vehicles for rugged, consumer-friendly, off-road expeditions. Enthusiasts love Wranglers for their modular design and the ability to easily upgrade, customize, or modify the vehicle in a number of different ways. However, whether you’re running stock or custom suspension for your Wrangler JL, alignments don’t […]
For many drivers, the underside of their vehicle is somewhat of a mystery. Even the average DIY enthusiast won’t spend much time under their car outside of oil changes. Therefore, it’s only reasonable that drivers would have questions about the parts of a vehicle and how they work. One excellent question many drivers have is […]
Among the many advantages of electric vehicles is the fact that they generally require less maintenance than their traditional internal-combustion engine (ICE) brethren. In fact, EVs have drivetrains that consist of as few as 20 parts to an ICE’s 2,000. This simplification holds a number of advantages, as having fewer parts generally means fewer things […]
Car selling can be nearly as, if not more, stressful than car buying. A lot of thought needs to go into the prep work before you sell your car. You need to be thinking of what you should repair before selling or what presale routine maintenance needs to happen. And that’s just to start. You’ll […]
Auto repairs can often be intimidating and expensive. Sometimes it feels like that check engine symbol might as well be a dollar sign for what the whole experience could end up costing you. While there are certainly some repair and maintenance jobs that are better left to the experts, you might be surprised to learn […]
Whether you like to work on your vehicle yourself, turn to Google for “Ram service near me” at the first sight of trouble, or you fall somewhere in between, it’s important that you follow the service schedule for your vehicle. While you can trust the advice and schedule provided when you visit a certified Ram […]
One of the most frustrating (and most common) automotive failures is to get behind the wheel and have the engine fail to start. The vast majority of the time, this failure can be traced back to an aging battery and can be quickly remedied with a jump start and a drive to the nearest auto […]
Winter tires are an invaluable addition to any garage, offering superb traction and reliability in snow and ice. They might not be cheap, but it’s important to think of them as an investment. While the $500 to $600 price tag might scare off some thriftier drivers, searching for a set of “winter tires near me” […]
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 […]
Short answer: your car’s stalling because the engine isn’t receiving what it needs to function, or you’re trying to do something that will damage it. Longer answer: keep reading. When your car stalls, your engine essentially stops working for one of several different reasons, most of them mechanical in nature. Any engine can stall, though, […]
Once upon a time, I didn’t really think about the alignment of tires. I assumed that wheels were upright, turned on a vertical axis, and pointed straight ahead, and they just were that way. Now that I’m older, wiser, and uncomfortably aware of the fact that at an infinitesimal level, nothing actually touches anything else […]
