Should New Tires Be Broken In?
Usually the folks with the most questions about tires are those who just bought a new set. Here's how to make sure that new rubber treats you right.
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Springtime Mechanical Auto Maintenance
Despite the chaos of spring 2020 (we all know what we're talking about) one thing remains constant - we need our vehicles to run reliably and efficiently. Here's the low-down on springtime mechanical auto maintenance.
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Do I Need to Use a Fuel Additive?
While many of us are vaguely aware of the potential benefits of fuel additives, it can be confusing to figure out whether or not they are appropriate for your car, and if so which ones to use. Read more to learn which, if any, fuel additives could improve your car's performance.
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Spring Cleaning: Vehicle Edition
Winter is hard on your vehicle. Salt and slush attack its good looks, but these corrosive elements can also damage your vehicle’s paint, wheels, and even its suspension components. Your home benefits from a spring cleaning, and so does your vehicle.
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Is April Too Early for Summer Tires?
There is a simple rule of thumb to take into consideration that helps you decide when you can safely change back to summer tires. Read all about it right here.
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What is Wheel Re-Torquing?
After a tire change or wheel rotation, it is common for the technician to recommend a "re-torquing". Here's what that is, and why it's a good idea.
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Are Super-Bright Headlights Illegal?
Have you ever been blinded by an oncoming vehicle and questioned the legality of super-bright headlights? If so, this article is for you.
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Exhaust Pipe Smoke Part 3: White
This is the final component of the 3-part blog series on exhaust smoke diagnoses, causes, and fixes. In this post we discuss reasons behind white smoke, and how to know if it's time to call your mechanic.
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Exhaust Pipe Smoke Part 2: Black
This short blog series is going to be about the causes and remedies of blue, black, and blue smoke from your engine exhaust. Today we take a look at black smoke, what it means, and how to fix it.
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Exhaust Pipe Smoke Part 1: Blue
This 3-part blog series is going to be about the causes and remedies of blue, black, and white smoke from your engine exhaust. Today we take a look at blue smoke, what it means, and how to fix it.
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Why Do Car Seats Have Expiration Dates?
Car seats aren’t perishable food items that go "off" after a certain length of time, but there are serious reasons why car seats have expiration dates. We outline it all right here.
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Is Your Old Car Rattling?
It’s hard to think of something more annoying than the unidentified rattle inside your vehicle. Here we walk you through the steps of how to identify the culprit and how to shut it up for good.
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How Defrosters Work, and Why Yours Don’t
A defroster is a part of your car that you may not think about every day, but you sure notice whether it’s working or not, come those cold winter days when you need to get rid of ice on your windshield. Let's look at how they work and what can go wrong (at the worst possible time).
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Does Road Salt Damage Our Cars?
With winter swinging into full force, salt crews have been on the go prepping roadways before, after, and during inclement winter weather. Although road salt is essential for safe winter driving, it can also lead to numerous car troubles.
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Winter Hack: Natural Windshield Defroster
Winter is here, and unfortunately the hot cocoa and snow days are often accompanied by cold cars with frozen windows. No one wants to begin their day by chipping away the ice that’s formed on their windshields, so here are a few tips on how to outsmart Jack Frost.
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How To: Winterizing Your Car
Here is a quick checklist of things you should do to get ready for winter driving. Some of them only take a few minutes and many can be done for you if you are just too busy to take care of them yourself.
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