Should You Be Changing All Four Brake Pads Together, Or Is That Overkill?
Whether or not you need to replace all four brake pads at once depends on several factors. Here's how to know if you should change all four on your car.
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How To Make Your Grimy Car Dashboard Clean And Shiny Again
A disgusting, grimy car dashboard is not pleasant to look at or touch. Fortunately, there are ways to restore your dash to its former glory. Here's how.
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How To Measure Lug Nut Patterns
Lug nut patterns are important to keep track of if you want to fit a new tire on your wheels. There are a few different ways you can measure them.
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North America's First Tire Factory Didn't Make Car Tires At First
BFGoodrich made history by creating North America's first tire factory in Akron, Ohio. However, it originally didn't manufacture car tires at all.
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Jumper Cables Or Portable Jump Starter: Which One Should You Have In Your Trunk?
Jumper cables are useful to jump start your car battery, but they require the help of another vehicle. Are portable jump starters a viable alternative?
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Does The 30-60-90 Rule For Car Maintenance Actually Make Sense?
A common rule for car maintenance is to service your vehicle at 30,000, 60,000, and 90,000 miles. Some might wonder if this 30-60-90 rule still makes sense.
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Should You Replace Your Ignition Coils When You Replace Spark Plugs?
While many drivers will be changing their spark plugs more often than ignition coils, some might wonder if both should be replaced at the same time.
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The Easiest Ways To Spot A Counterfeit Tire
Tires are something that you don't want to cheap out on, but convincing counterfeits can make that hard. Here's how to tell a real tire from a clone.
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F3 Cars Used To Run A Side Pod Air Intake, Here's Why It Worked And Then Disappeared
Formula 3 cars used to have side pod air intakes up until the 2010s. Check out why they were used, as well as why these pods aren't around anymore.
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How To Get Rid Of Hard Water Stains On Your Car's Windshield And Windows
Getting rid of water stains can be as simple as using some common household products. But you may need to use one of an assortment of commercial cleaners.
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Why Is Engine Size Measured In Liters?
Gas-powered cars can be found all over the world. Even in the United States, though, their engine sizes are measured using the metric system's liters.
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Here's Why The Mitsubishi Eclipse Had That Giant Hood Bump (It Wasn't For The Turbo)
The Mitsubishi Eclipse had a giant bump on its hood. It might seem like a simple aesthetic choice at first, but that bump is there for a reason.
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What's The Difference Between Iridium And Platinum Spark Plugs?
Iridium or platinum spark plugs -- which should you choose for your car? Here’s how they compare when it comes to performance, longevity, and price.
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Never Use These Glass Cleaners Anywhere Near Your Car's Dash
It may be tempting to use a bottle of glass cleaner on your car's dashboard. However, doing so can cause damage. Here's why that is and what to use instead.
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How To Survive A Tire Blowout On The Highway
A tire blowout at highway speeds is extremely scary and dangerous. Here's what to do and how to survive if you experience this problem.
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How To Keep Dust From Clinging To Your Shiny Black Car
How come dust and dirt particles keep clinging to your shiny black car, and what can be done to prevent them from showing up and ruining its look?
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These Are The Only Road Legal Headlight Colors In The US
There's no rainbow connection for headlights in the U.S. Just two colors comply with federal standards, with a third color thrown in for signaling.
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Why Modern Hemi Engines Have 16 Spark Plugs Instead Of 8
Hemi engines have had 16 spark plugs since the early 2000s -- which equals two spark plugs per cylinder. This article explains why they made that change.
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Why Do Ships Measure Speed In Knots?
The answer has its roots in Portuguese, Dutch, and English sailors who needed a way to tell how fast they were going in an era before the GPS.
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This Is The Safest Way To Remove A Broken Spark Plug
You'll know when a spark plug breaks. The question is, do you know how to safely replace a broken spark plug and which tools to use? Here's a simple guide.
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Don't Just Pour It Out – How To Get Rid Of Old Gas The Right Way
Old gasoline is definitely something you don't want sitting in your car or interacting with the environment. Here's the proper way to dispose of it.
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Why Affordable Steel Highway Guardrails Actually Cost More Long Term
Cutting the budget on safety is always a risky proposition, but when it comes to highway guardrail materials, it actually costs more to spend less.
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Can DIY Oil Changes Void Your Car's Warranty?
They say changing your own oil voids your warranty, but is that really true? Well, it's more complicated than it seems. Here's what you need to know.
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Pros And Cons Of A DIY Oil Change (Can It Really Save You Money?)
Changing your own oil can save a few bucks and teach you about your car, but it can get messy and time-consuming. Here are the pros and cons.
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What Is Spark Plug Indexing?
Spark plug indexing won't make much of a difference in your average stock car, but it can have a noticeable impact in high-rpm performance builds.
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Why Older Boeing Planes Had Eyebrow Windows (But Newer Ones Don't)
The little windows above the cockpit's main panes weren't there just for aesthetics. They served several practical purposes ... and then they didn't.
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Seven Cylinder Engines Exist, Just Not In Cars
Ever seen a seven-cylinder car engine? Neither have we, yet these strange engines rumble through cargo ships, powerful tractors, and vintage planes.
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