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  • michelin crossclimate 3 and crossclimate 3 sport comparison test tyre reviews

    How The Michelin CrossClimate 3 Compares To Other All-Weather Tires, According To Tyre Reviews

    For their test of the two new Michelins, Tyre Reviews grabbed a set of Pirelli Cinturato All Season SF3s, as well as some Bridgestone Turanza All Season 6s.

    By Collin Woodard 2 days ago Read More
  • A floor jack lifts a blue car off a concrete garage floor

    Where Are The Strongest And Weakest Jack Points Under Your Car?

    Getting a flat tire and having to change it is never fun, but safety is crucial. Before starting, here are the strongest and weakest jack points.

    By Paul Stadden 2 days ago Read More
  • New Hampshire state capitol building

    New Hampshire Votes To Eliminate Annual Car Inspections

    A last-minute addition to New Hampshire's 2026 budget bill included a provision to eliminate mandatory vehicle safety inspections as of January 31, 2026.

    By Justin Hughes 2 days ago Read More
  • A man in a car is tuning the air conditioning controls.

    5 Cool Tips To Keep Your AC Blowing Cold

    Summer has arrived with a vengeance for the majority of the United States. If you're lucky enough to have a car with AC, you'll want to read these tips.

    By Logan K. Carter 2 days ago Read More
  • Land Cruiser bulletproofing

    What Should You Upgrade On Your Car To Make It Last A Million Miles?

    Getting a vehicle to 300,000 miles is a major achievement, but what about a million miles? If that's your goal, here's what you'll need to upgrade.

    By Brad Brownell 5 days ago Read More
  • A man cleaning a car seat with a microfiber cloth

    The Best Way To Clean Your Dirty Car Seats, Whether They're Cloth Or Leather

    Cleaning dirty car seats can require some hard work, but leather and cloth seat covers require different approaches to avoid damaging the material.

    By Brittany Crow 5 days ago Read More
  • circa June 2022: Close up view of gas price inflation at a Shell gas station during the summer

    Summer Blend Vs. Winter Blend Gas: What's The Difference?

    Summer and winter blends are in place to protect American citizens' right to clean air regardless of their region's population density and weather conditions.

    By Logan K. Carter 13 days ago Read More
  • 1991 Acura NSX

    Honda Gives Cult Of First-Gen NSX Owners Reason To Rejoice By Creating Japan-Based Restoration Program

    It sounds like this is going to be a relatively bespoke process, with Honda lending its stamp of approval to various ways of producing replacement NSX parts.

    By Matthew DeBord 14 days ago Read More
  • Francis and Amy sitting on Rhonda's hood in front of trees

    Famous British Railway Enthusiast Francis Bourgeois Just Committed To Restoring His Pink Honda Jazz, And We Are So Excited

    Social media influencer Bourgeois has committed to making Rhonda the Honda the most perfect Honda Jazz 1.4 iDSI in Iris Red Pearl that the world has ever seen.

    By Logan K. Carter 15 days ago Read More
  • Pouring fuel stabilizer into a gas tank.

    Is Fuel Stabilizer Bad For Your Engine?

    If you can't use your car or motorcycle for an extended time, should you add stabilizer to its fuel tank? Or is fuel stabilizer actually bad for your engine?

    By Justin Hughes 18 days ago Read More
  • Used engine oil being drained from the underside of a car on a lift

    Is An Oil Analysis Worth It? Here Are The Pros & Cons

    An oil analysis might seem like an unnecessary upsell, but there are situations in which it can be useful. Here are the costs and benefits of the procedure.

    By Brittany Crow 18 days ago Read More
  • An engine with its valve covers removed

    Can Upgrading Your Rocker Arms Really Boost Horsepower?

    Upgrading your rocker arms can be a pretty significant undertaking for the DIY mechanic, so are the performance improvements worth it? Let's take a look.

    By Richard Sachek 18 days ago Read More
  • A mechanic checking spark plug gap

    Should You Adjust The Gap On Pre-Set Spark Plugs?

    While many drivers will be fine leaving their spark plugs set up the way they arrived, there are certain situation that might require some adjustments.

    By Richard Sachek 18 days ago Read More
  • An air suspension system waiting to be installed

    Air Shocks Vs. Air Bags: What's The Difference?

    Air shocks and air suspension — also called air bags — are similar sounding systems with very different designs. Here's what you need to know about both.

    By Nicholas Werner 18 days ago Read More
  • Adding engine oil to a car.

    Is It Outdated Advice To Avoid Adding Oil To A Hot Engine?

    You're on a long drive, and you decide to check your oil when you pull into a gas station. It's a little low. Is it a bad idea to add oil to a hot engine?

    By Abhik Das 18 days ago Read More
  • An automatic-transmission shifter.

    Do Transmission Coolers Really Make A Difference?

    Your vehicle is designed to operate whether it's hot or cold out, right? So why in the world should you need a special gadget to cool its transmission?

    By Abhik Das 19 days ago Read More
  • A close-up image of a wire harness loom going into a junction box, that shows damage from chew marks from a rodent.

    Why Rats Love Chewing Away Your Car's Wiring

    If you've ever had an issue with your car wiring caused by rodents, you know how frustrating it can be. Here's why rodents chew wires and what to do about it.

    By Greg Poggiali 19 days ago Read More
  • Tesla Jack Mode

    Yes, Some Teslas Really Need A Jack Mode Just To Be Lifted, Here's Why

    High-pressure blowouts can be dangerous and expensive, so make sure you follow these steps to jack up your Cybertruck, Model X, or S.

    By Brad Brownell 24 days ago Read More
  • Tim Favreau via YouTube

    Yes, Some Semi-Truck Drivers Still Thump Their Tires, Here's Why

    Sometimes a low-tech solution is more than enough to get the job done.

    By Andy Kalmowitz 24 days ago Read More
  • Paint damage from spilled brake fluid.

    Spilled Brake Fluid On Your Car's Paint? Here's What You Need To Do ASAP

    Most brake fluids are extremely corrosive to your car's paint, and if you spill them on it, you'll need to act quickly to avoid damage. Here's what to do.

    By Justin Hughes 24 days ago Read More
  • Close up of octane ratings.

    Does High Octane Fuel Actually Clean Your Engine?

    Just about every gas station has a choice of regular, mid-grade, and premium fuels. So what is the benefit of the more expensive octane mixtures?

    By Jordan A. Rodriguez 25 days ago Read More
  • A pair of car batteries resting on floor

    Do Concrete Floors Actually Kill Car Batteries?

    You may have been given advice that leaving a car battery on a concrete floor would cause it to discharge, but is that still the case? Let's take a look.

    By Richard Sachek 25 days ago Read More
  • A person's hand unscrewing a car lug nut

    How Lug Nuts Swell And Why It's A Problem

    If your lug nuts have started to swell, changing a tire can be a major hassle. Here's why the problem can develop and what you can do to fix it.

    By Richard Sachek 25 days ago Read More
  • Someone drains automatic transmission fluid.

    Do You Need To Change Transmission Fluid On A Sealed Transmission?

    With the rise of sealed transmissions, it's harder than ever to change your own transmission fluid. But do you even have to change it these days?

    By Justin Hughes 25 days ago Read More
  • Smoke coming out of the tail pipe of a vehicle, with a blue-ish tint to the smoke.

    Yes, Your Car Is Burning Oil, But Just How Much Is Normal?

    It's normal for your car to use up the oil added to it, but if it is doing so too quickly it could be a cause for concern. Here's what you should look for.

    By Greg Poggiali 25 days ago Read More
  • Brake fluid being poured into a master cylinder reservoir.

    Dot 3 Vs. Dot 4 Brake Fluid: What's The Difference And Can They Be Mixed?

    So just how different are the Dot 4 and Dot 4 formulas for brake fluid? Let's take a look at the chemical composition of these components to find out.

    By Greg Poggiali 25 days ago Read More
  • Jump leads connected to a car battery

    How Long Should You Leave Your Car Running After A Jump Start?

    Sooner or later, just about every driver experiences a dead car battery. Thankfully the jump start process is fairly dependable, but what should you do next?

    By Nicholas Werner 26 days ago Read More
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