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Everything You'll Need To Remove And Replace A Windshield Yourself
Replacing a car's windshield has gotten more difficult over the years with more and more safety technology, but the basic repair principles still apply.
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New Cars Don't All Come With Dipsticks Anymore, Here's Why
If you've gone under the hood of a lot of late-model cars, you may have noticed something missing: the dipstick. Why do so many new cars lack them?
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Is Warming Up Your Engine Still A Smart Habit Or Just A Thing Of The Past?
It seems like every winter, there's a debate about whether you should still warm up your engine before starting out for a drive. Well, should you?
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Is It Better To Fix That Small Windshield Chip Or Wait Until It Spreads?
You've just noticed a problem: a small chip in your windshield. Should you hustle to fix the glass, or is it okay to leave it alone unless the issue spreads?
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Here's Why Some Trucks Still Use Solid Front Axles
Independent front suspension has been the trend now for many years in all sorts of vehicles. So why do some trucks still use solid front axles?
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Do Tires Expire Before They Wear Out?
If you're the sort who doesn't drive very much, are you likely to find that your tires are actually expiring before they can wear out? How would you even tell?
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Here's How Much Tesla Cybertruck Tires Cost To Replace
With the Cybertruck's tires, it's not just a question of how much they cost to replace, but also how often you'll have to do it. Here's the lowdown.
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Why Engine Temperature Matters During An Oil Change
You can change your car's oil right after a long drive, or before moving it anywhere, or do something in between. What's the best temperature for an oil change?
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How To Get The Most Miles Out Of Your Tires
Nobody wants to spend money on new tires because the old ones wore out prematurely. Here are some easy ways you can help your tires last longer.
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Dead Car Battery? Here's What You Can Do Without A Charger
If you need to charge your car's battery and you don't have a charger, don't panic. There are several ways to charge it that don't involve one.
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Does Hitting The Redline Help Or Hurt Your Engine's Health?
The idea of an "Italian tune-up" has been around for ages at this point, but does it actually work?
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These Are The Car Parts Thieves Love To Steal
There's little that can make your stomach drop like walking outside to find that a key part of your car is gone. Here are the car parts thieves love to steal.
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These Are The Best Car Batteries, According To Consumer Reports
There are seven sizes of car batteries, and in each size there's a best one, according to Consumer Reports' testing. Here are the tops in each category.
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These Are The Worst Tire Recalls In Recent History
Some products are so defective that they never should have reached consumers. That includes these tires that ended up with big, embarrassing recalls.
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Thinking About A Coyote Swap? Here's How Each Generation Compares
Contemplating switching out your car's engine for a powerful Coyote 5.0? There are differences among the generations you should be aware of.
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Can You Mix Multiple Brands Of Oil?
The dipstick shows that your vehicle's oil is a little down, but it's way too early for an oil change. Is it okay to mix one brand of motor oil with another?
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How To Tell If Your Motor Oil Has Gone Bad, And What Happens If You Use It
Motor oil is a key to your car, lubricating parts that mustn't grind together. And there are lots of potential signals to tell you if it has gone bad.
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Common Mistakes That Are Destroying Your Engine
Nobody wants to ruin their car's engine, but you may be wrecking yours inadvertently. Here are the common mistakes that are destroying your engine.
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Is Pre-Filling Your Oil Filter Outdated Advice Or Still A Must?
If you're changing your own oil flter, standard advice has been to pre-fill it with new oil. But is pre-filling your oil filter now outdated advice?
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These Are The Longest Lasting All-Season SUV Tires According To Consumer Reports
Consumer Reports put tires to the test by driving 1,000 miles per day for 16 days, and analyzing the wear from those 16,000 miles to determine service life.
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Are Quick Drain Oil Plugs A Great Idea, Or A Disaster Waiting To Happen?
Modern mechanical innovations tend to make things better or worse regarding automotive advancements. How does the quick drain oil plug stack up?
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Turbocharging A Carburetor Isn't As Ridiculous As It Sounds
Though it’s a tricky process, the idea of turbocharging a carbureted engine isn’t impossible. You only need to add a few modifications to get it boosted.
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How Much Power Does A V10-Swapped Lincoln Continental Make? Builders Hit The Dyno To Find Out
When you toss a build onto a dyno for the first time, especially one as complicated as this one, it's a win if everything goes right and nothing blows up.
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U-Haul's New Toy Hauler Trailer Is Rated To Pull Bigger And Heavier Loads
Whether it's a bigger car, or something without four wheels (or even a hot-tub), U-Haul's new trailer is much more flexible - and more expensive.
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How Hard Is It To Flip A Car Like In The Movies? One YouTuber Finds Out
Forget CGI: If we're paying for a theater ticket, we want to see real cars getting blown up. But can you do movie-style stunts on a YouTube budget?
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Here's What Can Happen If You Never Change Your Coolant
Engine health is the most important component when owning a vehicle, and that includes changing your coolant when needed. If not, your car could be in trouble.
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Is Too Much Oil In Your Engine Bad?
Though a small amount of extra oil added to your engine shouldn't affect it, if you overfill it, that can turn into bad news. Here's why and the easy fix.
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