How to Restore Your Vehicle's Headlights Cars get old and if you're part of the vast majority of Americans who own a set of wheels at least 11 years old, we're pretty sure those front headlights could use a makeover. Clean headlights not only make your vehicle look like new, but they allow for safe [...]
How to Remove A Sticker From Your Car Stickers on cars can symbolize just about anything under the sun. They can show support for a certain political candidate, identify you as a proud parent of an honor student or the fact that you just love that one special dog breed. Others are required by local [...]
Are Pricey Wiper Blades Better Than Inexpensive One When it comes time to replace windshield wiper blades, does it serve you best to spend more money on pricier brands? Prices depend mainly on type and brand. There are three basic types of wipers. The most common is the frame type, which uses a metal framework [...]
What's a Cabin Air Filter & When Should You Replace It? The cabin air filter, a feature found on most late-model vehicles, cleans the air that comes into the interior through the heating, ventilation and air conditioning system. It catches dust, pollen and other airborne material that can make riding in a car unpleasant, particularly if [...]
What Does Exhaust Smoke Mean for Your Car? Actually, back before the 1970s, plumes of thick, foul smoke pouring from a car’s exhaust probably meant your ride was running just fine. But car-centric cities like Los Angeles were choking on the fumes, so automakers had to clean up their acts. Today, exhaust streams are so [...]
Struts & Shocks: When & Why They Need Maintenance You may be surprised – shocked, even – to learn just how important automotive shocks and struts really are. If you need new shocks or struts, don't delay, because these are crucial safety items that help you maintain control behind the wheel. But wait a minute. [...]
5 Car Repairs You Shouldn't Attempt Yourself There’s a rush of satisfaction that comes with successfully completing a minor procedure on your car. And doing basic maintenance work like filter replacement, oil changes and even spark-plug swaps can save you some cash. However, there are certain jobs that are best left to the experts. Certified [...]
