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A car's parking brake. Driving with your parking brake on could potentially ruin your car's rear brakes and require you to replace the components. Here's what happens if you forget to disengage your parking brake before going for a drive.

Drove With the Parking Brake On Accidentally: Now What?

By Nicole Wakelin
March 5, 2019

You accidentally drove with the parking brake on, now what do you do? Here’s what the parking brake does and what can happen if you forget to disengage it. Continue Reading Drove With the Parking Brake On Accidentally: Now What?

A car's headlight. The answer to, "how long do headlights last?," is dependent on a lot of factors. It all depends on what kind of headlights you have, whether you drive in harsh weather and how often you drive at night.

Illuminating Answers: How Long Should Headlights Last?

By Nicole Wakelin
February 28, 2019

How long should headlights last before you replace the bulbs? The answer varies depending on what type of headlights your car has. Here’s how long different types of headlights last and why it can be tricky to determine how long they should last before they need to be replaced… Continue Reading Illuminating Answers: How Long Should Headlights Last?

An alternator in a car. Here are the benefits to an alternator and an explanation of what the component does.

The Benefits of an Alternator Over a DC Generator

By Nicole Wakelin
February 11, 2019

There was a time when DC generators were the go-to choice for creating an electric current, but the benefits of an alternator make it the preferred choice. Continue Reading The Benefits of an Alternator Over a DC Generator

Filter Maintenance: When Should You Change Your Filters?

By Nicole Wakelin
February 1, 2019

Proper filter maintenance is essential for keeping your car in working order and each needs to be changed following the manufacturer’s recommendations. Even following those guidelines, how you use your vehicle might… Continue Reading Filter Maintenance: When Should You Change Your Filters?

Comparison of a clean and a dirty air filter. An air filter is just one of many filters in your car. Here's a comprehensive list of all of the filters on your car.

Here Are the Types of Car Filters That Keep Your Car Running Smoothly

By Nicole Wakelin
January 25, 2019

Your car has numerous filters, and wrapping your head around all of them can be daunting. Here are all of the different types of car filters. Continue Reading Here Are the Types of Car Filters That Keep Your Car Running Smoothly

A car's key attached to a black fob with buttons on it.

Your Ignition Key Won’t Turn: What Could Be Happening?

By Nicole Wakelin
December 20, 2018

You try to start your car, but the ignition key won’t turn. Here’s what you should do when that happens. Continue Reading Your Ignition Key Won’t Turn: What Could Be Happening?

What Causes a Blown Head Gasket? Can It Be Prevented?

By Nicole Wakelin
November 29, 2018

You’ve probably heard it can be an difficult repair, but do you know what causes a blown head gasket? Continue Reading What Causes a Blown Head Gasket? Can It Be Prevented?

Vehicle Recalls: What You Should Know

By Nicole Wakelin
November 25, 2018

Here’s what you need to know about vehicle recalls and what you should do if there’s one for your vehicle. Continue Reading Vehicle Recalls: What You Should Know

Your brake master cylinder keeps your brakes functioning smoothly, so it's important to keep it properly maintained.

What Does the Brake Master Cylinder Do For Your Vehicle?

By Nicole Wakelin
November 9, 2018

Your brake master cylinder helps stop your car, so it’s important to keep it properly maintained. Here’s what it does and how to know if something’s wrong. Continue Reading What Does the Brake Master Cylinder Do For Your Vehicle?

A hand holds an old vehicle oxygen sensor.

5 Car Sensors and Their Functions

By Nicole Wakelin
November 8, 2018

Car sensors and their functions may seem complicated, but they’re a simple way to make sure essential systems in your vehicle are operating smoothly. Continue Reading 5 Car Sensors and Their Functions

Drove With the Parking Brake On Accidentally: Now What?

Illuminating Answers: How Long Should Headlights Last?

The Benefits of an Alternator Over a DC Generator

Filter Maintenance: When Should You Change Your Filters?

Here Are the Types of Car Filters That Keep Your Car Running Smoothly

Your Ignition Key Won’t Turn: What Could Be Happening?

What Causes a Blown Head Gasket? Can It Be Prevented?

Vehicle Recalls: What You Should Know

What Does the Brake Master Cylinder Do For Your Vehicle?

5 Car Sensors and Their Functions

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