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Posted June 27, 2016 Know How

Motor Oil Recycling Done Right

Motor oil recycling is the environmentally responsible way to go. Here’s how to do it right.

Posted June 26, 2016 Know How

Don’t Leave The Dock Without Your Phone: Best Boating Apps

Take a look at this list of best boating apps before you head out on your next adventure. There are apps for everything from nav to weather to fishing.

Posted June 16, 2016 Featured

Highway mpg vs City mpg: What You Need to Know

Trying to figure out how highway mpg vs city mpg will affect your overall fuel mileage can be a headache. How do those numbers get calculated, anyway? And how close are they to what you’ll actually experience in real-world driving?

Posted June 10, 2016 Know How

How To Downshift An Automatic Transmission: When, Where and Why?

Learning how to downshift an automatic transmission might seem like a strange skill to acquire. After all, isn’t the entire point of an automatic to not…

Posted June 7, 2016 Know How

Build Your Own DIY Charging Station

Many power tools are powered by batteries but what to do with all of those chargers? Build this simple DIY charging station to keep things organized.

Posted June 2, 2016 Know How

Pertronix Ignitor Electronic Ignition Kit Install

Driving a souped up jalopy is cool. The thumbs-up, turning heads, hoots and hollers are what it is all about; expressing yourself, having fun and getting attention. Sitting on the … Continue Reading Pertronix Ignitor Electronic Ignition Kit Install

Hybrid Heavy Equipment Could be Perfect for Small Farmers

Posted May 31, 2016 Know How

Hybrid Heavy Equipment: Is It Right for You?

For small-to-medium farms and landowners with extensive grounds, hybrid equipment strikes the perfect balance, but what should you consider?

Posted May 20, 2016 Know How

How to Store Gas for Your Lawn Mower and More

Most people don’t think too much about how to store gas until it’s time to fill up the tank.

Posted May 19, 2016 Know How

Vehicle Recall Guide: 4 Steps to Help You Through the Process

What should you do if you receive a recall notice, or see a news story that identifies your automobile as potentially being part of a recall? The most important thing is not to panic. So after you let yourself breathe for a couple moments, here are four steps that will see you through the process…

Posted May 12, 20161 Comment Know How

Why Riding Your Brakes is a Bad Idea

If you’ve spent any time in hilly areas, you’ve probably seen warning signs advising you not to ride your brakes on those lengthy descents. But what’s really going on with your car, and what are the hidden dangers of riding your brakes?