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Building Your Toolbox

Here are a few must-have pieces for your automotive toolbox. Every DIYer knows that the right tools not only make the job easier, but improve the results too.

Shift Into Spring

If you haven't yet, it's time for winter tires to come off! Here are some other top-tips to help you prepare your car for busy summer driving. Pro tips are here.

5 Ways to Make Your Car Smile

Many of us consider our cars to be part of the family. Here are 5 simple ways you can put a smile on your car's face, and keep the good times rolling.

Are Fuel Additives Worth It?

With the recent rise in gas prices, many people are considering using fuel additives to get the most out of every tank. Here's what to expect from additives.

Windshield Repair: Next Steps

After a windshield repair, there are a couple of things you need to attend to. Your windshield is an important vehicle safety component, so don't skip these tips.

Are Recall Repairs Worth Doing?

Recalls happen for all sorts of reasons. Sometimes, it is a minor issue that you wouldn't even notice. Other times, it's something that should be taken care of ASAP.

Keep Your Focus on the Road

Even though we all know that distracted driving is a leading cause of accidents, it can be easy to get complacent. Here are our tips for distraction-free driving.

Why is My Key Stuck?

Have you ever found yourself unable to turn the key in the ignition? There is a good explanation for this frustrating phenomenon; click here to learn why.

How to Stay on Top of Recalls

Vehicle recalls sound scary, but usually, they are small problems that are free to fix. Here's how to learn about recalls and register for automatic notifications.

Excessive Tire Noise (Part 3/3)

In Parts 1 & 2 of this series, we discussed various reasons why your tires might be creating lots of noise. Now, in the 3rd and final part, we present the solutions.

Excessive Tire Noise (Part 2/3)

Following up on last week's article about tire noise, this article focuses on the less common reasons why your tires may be making more noise than you are used to.

Should I Warm-Up My Car Before Driving?

Imagine being left out in the cold all night and then asked to run a marathon - doesn't sound too good! What's the best way to treat your vehicle on a cold morning?