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  • The rear suspension system of an off-road vehicle.
    1

    Do Rubber Bushings Need Grease? Here's What You Need To Know

    Rubber bushings are easy to overlook due to their size and location. Some owners might not even know how important grease is for their longevity.

    By Ron King 1 month ago Read More
  • A close-up of a person peeling window tint from a car's rear passenger-side window.
    4

    Can You Remove Your Car's Window Tint Yourself?

    Window tints can be an attractive feature of some cars. But if they need to be replaced, are you able to remove them without the help of a professional?

    By Marko Mikulic 1 month ago Read More
  • A gloved hand holding belt dressing spray
    7

    WD-40 Is Terrible For A Squeaky Engine Belt – Use This Instead

    WD-40 is a great multi-purpose product, but it is not a lubricant. Spraying it on a squeaky engine belt isn’t a good idea — here’s why and what to use instead.

    By Chloe Clougher 1 month ago Read More
  • SuperfastMatt's Hayabusa-swapped land speed race car
    11

    SuperfastMatt Is Hayabusa-Swapping His Land Speed Record Car To Break 325 MPH

    Sadly, if you were hoping to see the 700-hp turbo-Busa in action, you're going to have to wait a little longer.

    By Collin Woodard 1 month ago Read More
  • Diego from Build It Yourself working on the turbocharged Tahoe
    3

    The V10 Continental Guys Just Turbocharged A 2005 Chevy Tahoe

    The goal was pretty straightforward — take an engine that made about 230 horsepower when it was new, and give it enough boost to make closer to 400 hp.

    By Collin Woodard 1 month ago Read More
  • 4L60E and a 4L65E transmissions on display next to each other.
    11

    What's The Difference Between 4L60E And 4L65E Transmissions?

    Despite their similar names, there are some notable differences between the 4L60E and 4L65E. These differences come in their appearance and their performance.

    By Ron King 1 month ago Read More
  • A red Subaru WRX parked next to the ocean
    26

    Do Subaru Boxer Engines Require Any Special Maintenance?

    The unique style of Subaru boxer engines might seem like they need unique forms of maintenance. Here's how their maintenance needs differ from other engines.

    By Chad Kirchner 1 month ago Read More
  • A close up example of cylinder wall scoring
    3

    What Causes Cylinder Wall Scoring (And How To Prevent It)

    Cylinder wall scoring can lead to plenty of problems in an engine. Here are the types of things that can cause scoring, as well as how you can prevent it.

    By Shane Schmid 2 months ago Read More
  • Hand holding a three-button remote in front of a white garage door
    23

    A 3-Button Garage Door Opener Can Be Used For More Than You Think

    Those extra buttons on your remote garage door opener are not just decoration. They can make your life a little easier, if you know what you're doing.

    By B. L. Johnson 2 months ago Read More
  • Bak2Bak, a car made of two Chrysler minivan front ends welded together
    9

    This Minivan Doesn't Know Whether It's Coming Or Going, Which Is Why It's Awesome

    When is a minivan not a minivan? When it accidentally becomes a sedan by welding two front halves together, back-to-back.

    By Justin Hughes 2 months ago Read More
  • Several piston rings on a table
    6

    Piston Ring Endgaps Matter More Than You Think: Here's Why

    You might overlook the end gaps of piston rings in your car. They shouldn't be taken so lightly, though, as they actually play a vital role in your engine.

    By Rohaan Sakrani 2 months ago Read More
  • A person checking a car's transmission fluid level with a dipstick
    190

    Why Are Car Makers Removing The Transmission Dipstick?

    The transmission dipstick can be exceptionally valuable when it comes to maintaining your car. Recently, though, newer models have been released without it.

    By Kiran Menon 2 months ago Read More
  • A tire being professionally balanced with a digital balancer
    2

    5 Warning Signs That It's Time To Get Your Tires Balanced

    Everyone knows tires need balancing, but how do you know when it's time? Here are the key warning signs to watch for before the problem gets much worse.

    By B. L. Johnson 2 months ago Read More
  • A tire technician rotating tires in a service center.
    7

    Why You Should Re-Torque Your Wheels 100 Miles After A Tire Rotation

    Many experts recommend retorquing your car's wheels within 100 miles of a tire rotation. Here's why they recommend doing so and why it's important.

    By Ron King 2 months ago Read More
  • An old car battery with severe corrosion on the terminals
    30

    Don't Use Soda To Remove Corrosion From Your Battery Terminals – Do This Instead

    You may have heard that Coca-Cola will clean corrosion from battery terminals. It will ... but it's still a bad idea. Here's why, and what to do instead.

    By Alvin Reyes 2 months ago Read More
  • Mechanic placing car battery inside vehicle
    20

    5 Tips To Extend Your Car Battery's Lifespan

    The average car battery has a lifespan of about three to five years. Proper maintenance and care can make a big difference if you know what you’re doing.

    By Nishant Jayaram 2 months ago Read More
  • Digital vehicle odometer that reads 100000
    4

    5 Smart Maintenance Moves To Make After Your Car Hits 100K Miles

    So your car just hit 100,000 miles — congratulations! Here are five smart maintenance moves you can make to keep your ride on the road for years to come.

    By B. L. Johnson 2 months ago Read More
  • A driver honking their car horn by pressing into the center of the steering wheel.
    9

    Want To Change The Sound Of Your Car's Horn? Here's How It's Done

    There's more than one way to change the sound of your car's horn. One method involves a hardware swap. The other sees you becoming a kind of automotive deejay.

    By Shane Schmid 2 months ago Read More
  • A person siphoning fuel from a car
    3

    Why You Can't Easily Siphon Gas Out Of Modern Cars

    Once upon a time, gas was cheap and plentiful, and nobody worried about it being stolen out of their car. Now cars are built to prevent siphoning. Here's how.

    By Nishant Jayaram 2 months ago Read More
  • A mechanic pointing to the clamp of a vibration sensing clamp, used to diagnose the noises of a vehicle.
    0

    What Are Chassis Ears, And How Can They Help Diagnose Your Car?

    Chassis Ears aren't built into a car, and they don't stick out like Jughead's in the "Archie" comics. But they can help you fix elusive automotive problems.

    By Greg Poggiali 2 months ago Read More
  • A freeze plug removed from an engine block and held with dirty fingers.
    24

    What Freeze Plugs Do In An Engine (And Signs They Might Need To Be Replaced)

    Freeze plugs don't make your engine freeze up, and they aren't useful only when it's freezing out. They're a crucial part of your car's defenses year round.

    By Ron King 2 months ago Read More
  • Detailed image of exposed engine cylinders and pistons.
    40

    11 Car Maintenance Jobs That Should Be Left To Professionals

    There are many automotive repair and maintenance jobs that make great DIY projects. However, if you're a novice, these are the tasks you should avoid.

    By Max Larsen 2 months ago Read More
  • Tar stuck on side of car.
    6

    How To Get Tar Off Your Car Without Damaging The Paint

    Removing tar from your car can damage the paint if done incorrectly. Here are a few safe methods that include both specialty products and household options.

    By B. L. Johnson 2 months ago Read More
  • A deflated tire on a dirty car
    15

    Here's How Tire Pressure Actually Affects Gas Mileage

    Tire pressure has some interesting effects on your car's gas mileage. Here's how they relate, as well as what you should do to manage your tire's pressure.

    By Nishant Jayaram 2 months ago Read More
  • A beaker filled with engine oil with fully synthetic oil and high-mileage oil behind it
    13

    Full Synthetic Vs. High Mileage Oil: Which Should You Use?

    Full synthetic and high-mileage oils offer different benefits for different people. Here's which one you should use, as well as when you should use it.

    By Chino Ortiz 2 months ago Read More
  • A close-up view of a car engine.
    28

    The Pros And Cons Of Swapping A Carburetor For Fuel Injection

    It's tempting to swap a carburetor for more modern electronic fuel injection. But while such a move can improve your car, it carries downsides as well.

    By Danillo Almeida 2 months ago Read More
  • An Alfa Romeo Twin-Spark four-cylinder engine
    14

    Why Some 4-Cylinder Engines Use 8 Spark Plugs

    While most engines have the same number of spark plugs and cylinders, some four-cylinder blocks have two plugs for each cylinder. Here's why.

    By Alvin Reyes 2 months ago Read More
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