Myths start with a grain of evidence and are then built up with a lot of imagination and very elastic logic. And the internet is a breeding ground for automotive myths. Some bloggers recal...
Let’s suppose you’re going to take some friends out on the boat for some water skiing. Of course, you get the boat ready, but what about your tow vehicle?
Think about it – hea...
Some are confused by charges for diagnostic services for a vehicle repair. Many services include diagnostic fees. When you take your laptop in for a problem, you’ll likely have to le...
Let’s focus on the effect of tire tread depth on braking. When talking about stopping power, we tend to focus on our brakes. But our tires are where the rubber meets the road. ...
Your vehicle’s engine runs hot. It should, since it’s a series of little explosions that create the power that gets you going where you want to go. To keep the engine cool, eng...
Brrrr. It's cold outside. And if your vehicle's heater isn't working, then it's cold inside too. No fun – and potentially dangerous: heat is needed to defrost your windshield.&...
If you’re a quart low, there isn’t enough oil to lubricate your engine properly. The extra friction causes drag that reduces fuel economy.
Same goes for dirty oil. It doesn&rs...
The Check Engine Light strikes fear into the hearts of some and is totally ignored by just as many. Just what it means is a mystery to most of us.
First, if your check engine light is flashing,...
