Understanding Seasonal Car Maintenance
Car maintenance intervals don’t just tie-in to how many miles you drive in a given year — they are also linked to the seasons.
How to Clean Headlights at Home
Keeping your headlights in good working condition is essential for visibility and safety. Here’s how to clean headlights so you can see the road ahead.
How to Clean Brake Rotors
If there’s one thing you want your brakes to be, it’s dependable. Good brakes are important no matter what you drive and need to be maintained no matter how much of a DIY mechanic you fancy yourself to be. Learning how to clean brake rotors and staying on top of it is an easy way to help maintain your brake system’s safety.
Timing Chain Versus Timing Belt: A Primer
Knowing if there’s a timing chain versus a timing belt in your car, and what exactly they both do, can help you save on expensive maintenance, costly repairs or both. Although it might seem like an overly technical subject, understanding a timing belt versus a timing chain is a fairly simple concept to grasp once you strip away all the jargon…
So Your Car Window Is Stuck: Keep Calm and Don’t Panic!
When your car window is stuck, you’re in one of two situations: frustrated, but not panicking because it’s stuck closed, or about to blow your top …
How to DIY a Car Air Conditioning Recharge
You can avoid sweltering summer road trips by DIYing a car air conditioning recharge in less than an hour. Here’s how to do it.
4 Spare Parts You Should Buy Before You Need Them
Vehicle problems never happen when it is convenient. If you are in a hurry, you can bet that is when something will go wrong. But being prepared can make an … Continue Reading 4 Spare Parts You Should Buy Before You Need Them
Your DIY Mechanic Toolbox Should Have These 4 Tools
Working on your own car is as rewarding as it is practical. The DIY mechanic industry is huge and includes everyone from expert mechanics to parents who want to learn more about cars to keep the family vehicle in good condition. You don’t need a lot of tools to start working on cars, but there are a few basics every new DIYer needs in their mechanic toolbox. Here are four essential sets for both the casual DIYer and avid hobbyist…
How to Spring-Clean Your Car
The sun is finally shining, meaning it’s time to spring-clean your car. Winter is hard on a car, and a good cleaning makes it look good as new inside and out. Also, a nice bath helps your car last longer by removing the winter buildup on paint and interior fabrics. It doesn’t take long to do the job and, once it’s done, you’ll have months of summertime weather to enjoy. Here’s how to spring-clean your car…
Know-How Notes – Six Lawn Mower Battery Tips To Keep You Cutting
So you forgot to pull the battery last fall and now your lawn mower is out of commission. Even if you are meticulous about winterizing your gardening equipment, the batteries only last so long. You can stretch the useful life of your battery with these six lawn mower battery tips…