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Posted July 10, 2017 Know How

3 Trailer Hitch Installation Tips To Make The Job Easier

Trailer hitch installation can be a headache. Make sure you’re prepared for the job with these 3 tips before you get to work.

Posted July 9, 2017 Know How

Choosing the Best Drill Bits for the Job

Finding the best drill bits for the job at hand can be more complicated than you might expect. Here’s how to choose the right drill bit for your project.

Posted July 6, 2017 Know How

The Combustion Process: Gas vs. Diesel Engines Explained

The combustion process differs subtly between gas and diesel vehicles. Here’s what you need to know.

Posted July 3, 2017 Know How

Is Car Performance Affected by Warmer Weather?

Car performance can suffer in the summer heat, but that doesn’t need to lead to damage if you follow these seasonal maintenance tips.

Posted July 2, 2017 Featured

Road Trip Solutions: How to Avoid Engine Overheating

We have all passed by some sad sap on the side of the road, hood up, steam rolling out, driver just standing there with a hand on their head wondering how they got there. Usually, we just think to ourselves “phew, glad that isn’t me” as we glance at the gauges just to check and make sure they are all good. While breakdowns happen, there are things you can do…

Posted July 1, 2017 Know How

Boat Repair: How to Avoid That Sinking Feeling

Undertaking a boat repair project will help keep your vessel afloat. Follow these 5 steps to resolve minor leaks before they turn into major headaches.

Posted July 1, 20171 Comment Featured

Road Trip Solutions: How To Remove Bugs From Your Windshield

It never seems to fail, you just spent 10 minutes scrubbing your windshield and not five minutes down the road SPLAT!, you are back to square one. Oh well, on … Continue Reading Road Trip Solutions: How To Remove Bugs From Your Windshield

Posted July 1, 2017 Know How

Emergency Tire Fix Options To Keep You Rolling

Tires are one of the most expensive consumables that you will replace on your vehicle. Their very nature is to provide grip for traveling the road at their own expense. … Continue Reading Emergency Tire Fix Options To Keep You Rolling

Posted June 30, 2017 Know How

3 Obsolete Auto Parts of the Future: What’s Going to Disappear from Today’s Cars Tomorrow

Get ready to say goodbye to manual transmission and other beloved, yet obsolete auto parts, as the industry embraces new technologies.

Posted June 28, 2017 Know How

The Effects of Dry Heat on Your Car: A Primer

The effects of dry heat can damage automotive components, but if you keep an eye out and stay aware of the risks you can protect your car.