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  • A mechanic holding a strut mount with the engine bay in the background
    7

    Should You Replace Strut Mounts When You Replace Struts?

    Is it worth replacing your car's strut mounts at the same time as the suspension struts? And what are the most obvious symptoms of worn strut mounts?

    By Alvin Reyes 14 hours ago Read More
  • Recirc button on a car's climate controls is illuminated
    24

    Most Drivers Ignore This Heater Setting, Even Though It Makes Their Car Warm Up Faster

    Believe it or not, your car has a button that helps it cool down faster in summer and warm up quicker in winter. It can also help keep wildfire smoke out.

    By B. L. Johnson 1 day ago Read More
  • Toyota Arizona Proving Ground entrance and sign
    8

    Peek Behind The Curtain At The 11,000-Acre Arizona Proving Ground Where Toyota Torture Tests Its Trucks And SUVs

    More than 60 miles of paved roads and more than 50 miles of off-road and dirt tracks, all in one facility designed to torture test Toyota's trucks and SUVs.

    By Collin Woodard 1 day ago Read More
  • A bearded driver holds his hands up in confusion.
    2

    9 Causes Of Engine Vibrations (And What To Do About It)

    What causes engine vibration, and are any of these issues something you can handle on your own? Let's take a look at nine different vibration scenarios.

    By Josh West 1 day ago Read More
  • A technician wearing white gloves and a blue shirt, holding a fuel injector with a vehicle in the background.
    1

    How To Clean Fuel Injectors Yourself, And Check If They Really Need It

    To save time and money, you might want to learn how to clean fuel injectors without needing to rely on professionals. But do your injectors really need it?

    By Taylor Ramey 1 day ago Read More
  • A dirty bolt lying on asphalt
    17

    What Are Torque-To-Yield Bolts And Why Do Automakers Use Them?

    Rather than using conventional bolts, some automakers rely on torque-to-yield bolts for specific engines. But why are these used over more traditional options?

    By Rohaan Sakrani 1 day ago Read More
  • Bent tire rim
    2

    5 Small Mistakes That Can Cause Big Damage To Your Wheels

    Think damaging your wheels is hard to do? In reality, small mistakes in driving and maintenance can lead to serious issues and cost you a nice chunk of change.

    By B. L. Johnson 1 day ago Read More
  • A back seat view of a car's headliner.
    0

    What's The Best Material For Your Car's Headliner? Here's What To Look For

    A car's headliner can use materials such as fabric, vinyl, suede, or polyester. But which material is the best one to use out of all of them?

    By Marko Mikulic 1 day ago Read More
  • A spark plug placed next to its threaded location on a cylinder head.
    13

    What Causes A Spark Plug To Eject (And How To Fix It)

    If you've driven a gas-powered car for long enough, you might've had to deal with spark plug ejection at one point or another. Here's why it happens.

    By Ron King 2 days ago Read More
  • The rear suspension system of an off-road vehicle.
    1

    Do Rubber Bushings Need Grease? Here's What You Need To Know

    Rubber bushings are easy to overlook due to their size and location. Some owners might not even know how important grease is for their longevity.

    By Ron King 2 days ago Read More
  • A close-up of a person peeling window tint from a car's rear passenger-side window.
    4

    Can You Remove Your Car's Window Tint Yourself?

    Window tints can be an attractive feature of some cars. But if they need to be replaced, are you able to remove them without the help of a professional?

    By Marko Mikulic 2 days ago Read More
  • A gloved hand holding belt dressing spray
    5

    WD-40 Is Terrible For A Squeaky Engine Belt – Use This Instead

    WD-40 is a great multi-purpose product, but it is not a lubricant. Spraying it on a squeaky engine belt isn’t a good idea — here’s why and what to use instead.

    By Chloe Clougher 2 days ago Read More
  • SuperfastMatt's Hayabusa-swapped land speed race car
    11

    SuperfastMatt Is Hayabusa-Swapping His Land Speed Record Car To Break 325 MPH

    Sadly, if you were hoping to see the 700-hp turbo-Busa in action, you're going to have to wait a little longer.

    By Collin Woodard 2 days ago Read More
  • Diego from Build It Yourself working on the turbocharged Tahoe
    3

    The V10 Continental Guys Just Turbocharged A 2005 Chevy Tahoe

    The goal was pretty straightforward — take an engine that made about 230 horsepower when it was new, and give it enough boost to make closer to 400 hp.

    By Collin Woodard 3 days ago Read More
  • 4L60E and a 4L65E transmissions on display next to each other.
    11

    What's The Difference Between 4L60E And 4L65E Transmissions?

    Despite their similar names, there are some notable differences between the 4L60E and 4L65E. These differences come in their appearance and their performance.

    By Ron King 6 days ago Read More
  • A red Subaru WRX parked next to the ocean
    25

    Do Subaru Boxer Engines Require Any Special Maintenance?

    The unique style of Subaru boxer engines might seem like they need unique forms of maintenance. Here's how their maintenance needs differ from other engines.

    By Chad Kirchner 6 days ago Read More
  • A close up example of cylinder wall scoring
    3

    What Causes Cylinder Wall Scoring (And How To Prevent It)

    Cylinder wall scoring can lead to plenty of problems in an engine. Here are the types of things that can cause scoring, as well as how you can prevent it.

    By Shane Schmid 7 days ago Read More
  • Hand holding a three-button remote in front of a white garage door
    23

    A 3-Button Garage Door Opener Can Be Used For More Than You Think

    Those extra buttons on your remote garage door opener are not just decoration. They can make your life a little easier, if you know what you're doing.

    By B. L. Johnson 7 days ago Read More
  • Bak2Bak, a car made of two Chrysler minivan front ends welded together
    9

    This Minivan Doesn't Know Whether It's Coming Or Going, Which Is Why It's Awesome

    When is a minivan not a minivan? When it accidentally becomes a sedan by welding two front halves together, back-to-back.

    By Justin Hughes 8 days ago Read More
  • Several piston rings on a table
    6

    Piston Ring Endgaps Matter More Than You Think: Here's Why

    You might overlook the end gaps of piston rings in your car. They shouldn't be taken so lightly, though, as they actually play a vital role in your engine.

    By Rohaan Sakrani 9 days ago Read More
  • A person checking a car's transmission fluid level with a dipstick
    189

    Why Are Car Makers Removing The Transmission Dipstick?

    The transmission dipstick can be exceptionally valuable when it comes to maintaining your car. Recently, though, newer models have been released without it.

    By Kiran Menon 9 days ago Read More
  • A tire being professionally balanced with a digital balancer
    2

    5 Warning Signs That It's Time To Get Your Tires Balanced

    Everyone knows tires need balancing, but how do you know when it's time? Here are the key warning signs to watch for before the problem gets much worse.

    By B. L. Johnson 9 days ago Read More
  • A tire technician rotating tires in a service center.
    7

    Why You Should Re-Torque Your Wheels 100 Miles After A Tire Rotation

    Many experts recommend retorquing your car's wheels within 100 miles of a tire rotation. Here's why they recommend doing so and why it's important.

    By Ron King 11 days ago Read More
  • An old car battery with severe corrosion on the terminals
    29

    Don't Use Soda To Remove Corrosion From Your Battery Terminals – Do This Instead

    You may have heard that Coca-Cola will clean corrosion from battery terminals. It will ... but it's still a bad idea. Here's why, and what to do instead.

    By Alvin Reyes 12 days ago Read More
  • Mechanic placing car battery inside vehicle
    18

    5 Tips To Extend Your Car Battery's Lifespan

    The average car battery has a lifespan of about three to five years. Proper maintenance and care can make a big difference if you know what you’re doing.

    By Nishant Jayaram 12 days ago Read More
  • Digital vehicle odometer that reads 100000
    4

    5 Smart Maintenance Moves To Make After Your Car Hits 100K Miles

    So your car just hit 100,000 miles — congratulations! Here are five smart maintenance moves you can make to keep your ride on the road for years to come.

    By B. L. Johnson 12 days ago Read More
  • A driver honking their car horn by pressing into the center of the steering wheel.
    9

    Want To Change The Sound Of Your Car's Horn? Here's How It's Done

    There's more than one way to change the sound of your car's horn. One method involves a hardware swap. The other sees you becoming a kind of automotive deejay.

    By Shane Schmid 12 days ago Read More
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