There is really no excuse for not keeping your car in perfect condition; a well maintained car is economical to use, and safe to drive, and besides, you can save a ton of money by doing some simple preventative maintenance tasks yourself. Basic car care and maintenance is not hard to do; you rarely need […]
If you are one of the unfortunate among us who has to spend several hours in a car everyday just getting to work and back, you will no doubt have had moments when you wished that you had gadgets in your car to make your commute safer, more bearable, or go by quicker. Fortunately, there […]
Finding a good repair shop, auto service center or a trustworthy mechanic can be a daunting experience, but it need not be. There are many honest service providers, so if you are new to a particular town, city, or state, just follow these 7 top tips on finding a service center that is right for […]
The best way to keep your running smoothly, and save money on car repair bills, is still to service it regularly, and to perform small repairs as soon as you notice a problem. Skimping on regular car service and maintenance chores is a really bad idea, so to help you keep your car performing at […]
The only high pressure hydraulic hose on a car, apart from some brake lines, is the pressure hose on the power steering system. This fact makes leaks easy to identify, since it will be the only hose from which power steering fluid is seeping. Over time, the high temperatures inside the engine compartment causes the […]
Owning a car with a sunroof can be a wonderful thing, especially on warm summer days when the wind ruffles your hair as you explore the back roads of the countryside. However, a sunroof is a less pleasant feature on a car when it rains and cold rainwater starts trickling down your neck. Not only […]
There is no doubt that servicing your car regularly can save you a ton of money over the life of your car, but performing the wrong service at the wrong time on the other hand, can cost you a lot of money as well. The point of regular servicing is doing the right things at […]
Skipping services or regular maintenance on your car is a very bad idea. You may save some money in the short term but at some point in the future, you are going to have to pay double, or even triple what the scheduled servicing would have cost. Regular maintenance is still the best way to […]
There are many possible causes of air conditioner (A/C) compressor failures, and it can happen even on the most expensive, high-end cars. However, in all cases of A/C compressor failure, it is crucial to determine the cause, and to take suitable corrective action to prevent the replacement compressor failing for the same reason. The most […]
No matter where in the world you live- finding the mechanic that is right for you and your car is imperative if you want to keep your car in the best possible condition at the lowest possible cost. However, finding the right mechanic is not always easy, but by following these tips and tricks, you […]
