AuthorMike Hagerty

Mike Hagerty is an automotive journalist whose work has been featured on radio, TV, in print and online since 1997. He's the Publisher and Editor of MikeHagertyCars.com, and contributes car reviews to the Los Altos Town Crier and losaltosonline.com. Previous outlets have included KFBK and KFBK.com in Sacramento, California, the ABC television affiliates and Hearst-Argyle and Emmis radio stations in Phoenix, Arizona; AAA magazines for Arizona, Oklahoma, Northwest Ohio, South Dakota and the Mountain West and BBCCars.com.

A 2020 Honda Civic instrument panel powers on during startup.

Posted March 11, 2022 Maintenance

How to Reset the Oil Life on a Honda Civic

Here’s how to reset the oil life on a Honda Civic. Even though the instructions change from model to model, you can follow these basic steps.

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Posted March 9, 2022 Know How

Your Next Vehicle Repair: Tips for Researching

Something’s wrong with your car, and it needs to go into the shop. Here’s what you need to know the next time you have a vehicle repair.

A man in a yellow winter coat uses a snowblower to clear a path near two mail drop boxes.

Posted February 18, 2022 Know How

Snowblower Not Throwing Snow? Check These Things

Is your snowblower not throwing snow? Here’s what to look for, what to fix or replace, and some tips on how to keep your snowblower in peak condition.

A closeup of a headlight bulb shows the part number stamped on the base.

Posted December 23, 2021 Know How

What Headlight Bulb Do I Need?

Each car is different, but finding out “What headlight bulb do I need?” can be answered quickly by checking a few places.

A rectangular gift is wrapped in gold fabric with silver swirls and features a large coordinated bow.

Posted December 18, 2021 Know How

Holiday Gift Baskets: Ideas for Gearheads

Based on themes like practicality and tech, find out what items make great holiday gift baskets no matter what type of car enthusiast you know.

The Rivian R1T electric pickup

Posted December 10, 2021 Know How

5 Electric Trucks to Look Out for in 2022

The EV revolution is headed for the pickup market. Check out details on five electric trucks headed to showrooms.

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Posted December 6, 2021 Know How

Righty Tighty, Lefty Loosey: Car Parts Where This Doesn’t Apply

The phrase “righty tighty, lefty loosey” may not apply to everything in your car. Learn more about car parts that use reverse threading.

A cutaway of an automatic transmission.

Posted November 26, 2021 Maintenance

How Often Should You Get a Transmission Fluid Change?

How often should you get a transmission fluid change? Although some manufacturers recommend every 30,000 miles, others say you can go longer.

A motorcycle fuel tank with the cap off.

Posted November 13, 2021 Know How

How To Use Sea Foam in a Motorcycle

When your ride starts hesitating, you’ll need to know how to use Seafoam in a motorcycle. Read on to learn about this process.

A GMC 2500 HD Duramax 6.6 turbo diesel engine.

Posted November 10, 2021 Know How

First Diesel Truck? Here Are a Few Things To Know

Congratulations, you’ve bought your first diesel truck. Learn how diesel engines provide more torque and better gas mileage than gasoline-powered trucks.