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  • Auto parts store employee holding an air filter
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    Aftermarket Parts May Be Harder To Find After Major Supplier Goes Bankrupt

    First Brands' bankruptcy isn't the end, but it may be alerting us to even bigger problems to come.

    By Justin Hughes 2 months ago Read More
  • Cars racing at the Indy 500 in 2025, seen on track.
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    Forget The Great Books, Now You Can Study The Motorsports Business At This College

    Northwood University in Michigan is adding a motorsports workshop to its catalog, and next fall, an entire class on "Fundamentals of Motorsports" will go live.

    By Matthew DeBord 3 months ago Read More
  • Minnesota Governor Tim Walz
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    Governor Tim Walz Is A DIY Guy, Replaces Friend's Car Door Himself

    It's refreshing to see a government official help a friend save money by doing the job himself.

    By Justin Hughes 3 months ago Read More
  • A person pouring a fresh oil into an engine
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    Time Vs. Mileage: What's More Important For An Oil Change?

    Sure, you want to save money, but you also don't want to mess up your engine. Should you change your oil every few months, or every few thousand miles?

    By Chino Ortiz 3 months ago Read More
  • Mechanic inspecting a new turbocharger prior to installation
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    These 4 Warning Signs Mean Your Turbo Is About To Fail

    If your turbocharger isn't performing how it should, you could be looking at expensive repairs. Here are the warning signs to watch for.

    By Alvin Reyes 3 months ago Read More
  • 2000 Plymouth Prowler Hellcat V8 swap Michels auto design
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    The Car Gods Have Blessed Me With The Opportunity To Own A Hellcat-Powered Plymouth Prowler, And All I Need Is A Mere $200,000

    Regardless of what you think of stock Prowlers, don't pretend you aren't at least a little interested in a Hellcat-swapped Prowler with a manual.

    By Collin Woodard 3 months ago Read More
  • Cristina Gutierrez (ESP) / Sebastien Loeb (FRA), Team X44, with a puncture during the Sardinia on July 06, 2022
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    What Is (And Isn't) Covered By Most Tire Warranties

    Tire warranties usually come with very strict rules that must be followed throughout the entire use life of the tire in order to qualify for a claim.

    By Logan K. Carter 3 months ago Read More
  • A modified LT2 V8 engine in a Chevrolet C8 Corvette
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    5 Crate Engines That Give You Serious Horsepower For Your Money

    Looking to improve your car's performance by swapping out the engine? These five crate engines will do the job ... and three of them cost under $10,000.

    By Dimitar Angelov 3 months ago Read More
  • Mechanic opening power steering reservoir cap
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    What Happens If You Overfill Power Steering Fluid

    Overfilling your car's power steering can have disastrous consequences. If you accidentally pour too much liquid, here's what can happen and how to fix it.

    By Alvin Reyes 3 months ago Read More
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    Grabber tire on a red SUV
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    General Tire's Fall Promotion Saves You Even More Money On Long-Lasting Tires That Are Already Affordable

    Head into winter driving with confidence, and save some money along the way.

    By Zach Lisabeth 3 months ago Read More
  • A mechaninc checking a car's disc brake
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    4 Brake Problems You Can Diagnose Just By Listening

    Even if you aren't a mechanic, there are ways you can tell there's something wrong with your vehicle. Here's what to listen for when you have brake problems.

    By Benjamin Gracias 3 months ago Read More
  • A pile of roller and ball bearing wheel bearings
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    How To Tell If Your Wheel Bearings Are Going Bad By Sound

    Faulty wheel bearings is something that shouldn't be ignored as your safety could be at risk. Here's what it means if yours are making these sounds.

    By Paul Stadden 3 months ago Read More
  • A pair of wheel spacers shown with lug nuts and lug bolts
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    Why Did Car Manufacturers Switch From Lug Nuts To Lug Bolts?

    Carmakers constantly tweak designs to cut costs or improve on how a component works. Why have some of them started using lug bolts instead of studs and nuts?

    By Richard Sachek 3 months ago Read More
  • Dirty coolant expansion tank
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    Why Your Car's Radiator Fluid Turns This Color (And What It Means)

    Sometimes it can go unnoticed, but if your car's radiator fluid changes color, it's best not to ignore it. Here's everything you need to know.

    By Chloe Clougher 3 months ago Read More
  • Toyota's 4A-GE engine
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    Toyota Will Build New, Improved Engine Blocks And Heads For Classic AE86 Corolla

    These will be the biggest and most sophisticated parts Toyota has offered to date, with a number of upgrades over the originals.

    By Justin Hughes 3 months ago Read More
  • Nissan GT-R with V6 engine
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    What Makes V6 Engines Sound So Different From V8s?

    The V6 versus V8 debate rages on, but we do know is that each produces enchanting exhaust notes thanks to a complex symphony of engineering.

    By Benjamin Gracias 3 months ago Read More
  • Mechanic drains the automatic transmission fluid from a car
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    Should You Change Your Transmission Fluid Yourself?

    Like changing your vehicle's oil, your transmission fluid shouldn't be ignored. However, should you do it yourself? Here's what you need to know.

    By Abigail Longstreth 3 months ago Read More
  • Hand on automatic shifter
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    5 Signs Your Car's Automatic Transmission Might Be Failing

    While a healthy engine is important, without a transmission, your vehicle isn't going anywhere. Here are the tell-tale signs yours is going out of commission.

    By Chloe Clougher 3 months ago Read More
  • Person holding steering wheel
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    5 Reasons Why Your Steering Wheel Might Vibrate At Highway Speeds

    If your car's steering wheel is vibrating while driving on the highway, it's something that shouldn't be ignored. Here are the most common culprits.

    By Nishant Jayaram 3 months ago Read More
  • The catalytic converter under a modern gas car
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    How To Tell If Your Catalytic Converter Is Clogged (Before It's Too Late)

    Replacing a catalytic converter is an expensive proposition, so keep an eye out for the signs of a clogged or dysfunctional cat to keep your car running right.

    By Alvin Reyes 3 months ago Read More
  • A technician holds a voltage tester above a car battery
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    Do Trickle Chargers Actually Extend A Battery's Life?

    You've probably heard that a trickle charger is great when your vehicle won't be driven for an extended time. But do they make your battery last longer, too?

    By Abigail Longstreth 3 months ago Read More
  • Gloved hand holding a car fuel filter
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    How Often Do You Need To Change Your Car's Fuel Filter?

    It's easy to overlook fuel filter replacements, but depending on your car make and model, it may be due for a new fuel filter to keep it running.

    By B. L. Johnson 4 months ago Read More
  • Ford F150 truck
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    The 5 Things To Know Before Doing An EGR Delete

    Are you thinking about doing an EGR delete on your truck? Before you do, it's important to know the legal and performance aspect of the modification.

    By Nishant Jayaram 4 months ago Read More
  • A white Ford Falcon station wagon with its hood open and wires coming out of its driver's window
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    The World's Simplest EV Conversion Takes Less Than A Day

    The mad geniuses over at Garbage Time have done it again, welding a garage door motor to the differential of a Ford Falcon.

    By Amber DaSilva 4 months ago Read More
  • Silver truck tailgate covered in various bumper stickers
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    How To Remove Bumper Stickers From Your Car (Without Damaging The Paint)

    Stuck with an old bumper sticker? With removal methods that use heat, cold, solvents, or straight-edged tools, you won't have to sacrifice your paint job.

    By Charles Krome 4 months ago Read More
  • A differential draining fluid into a drain pan with an oil filter sticking out it, against a backdrop of a garage with silver parked car

    How Often Do You Need To Change Differential Fluid?

    Knowing when to service your differential is essential to getting the best performance out of your vehicle, and the answer may depend on your driving habits.

    By Paul Stadden 4 months ago Read More
  • A photo of the EPA fuel economy rating of my 2017 Mini Cooper S
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    Why Is City MPG Usually Worse Than Highway MPG?

    Of course, it all comes down to physics.

    By Logan K. Carter 4 months ago Read More
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