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Decreasing your risk for auto theft: Top 10 most stolen vehicles

After eight consecutive years of decline in the rate of vehicle theft, experts are now projecting an increase of 1.3 percent from year to year. There are many things that you can do to lessen your risk of auto theft. Never leave your car running or the keys in the ignition when unattended–even just for a minute. Don’t [...]

How to Not Get Overcharged by a Mechanic

My husband took his car into our mechanic this morning to get enough work done to require a loaner car for the day and an estimate well over $1,000. “I’ll tell them not to change the cabin air filter,” he reassured me. “I can do that one myself.” Now if only he could install and align his own tires, change a serpentine belt and perform our state’s emissions test, we could really save some bucks.

What Happens When You Add the Wrong Fuel to Your Gas Tank?

Knowing which fuel your vehicle needs and paying close attention to the pump you're about to use can help ensure that you fill your car's tank properly.

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Transmission Switch Issues to be Aware of

Being able to diagnose the types of problems that can occur with a transmission switch will not only help you to maintain your car, but also to save money. Being aware…Read more ›

10 Cars That Can Run For Over 250,000 Miles

While just about any car these days can clock a quarter million miles if an owner throws enough money at it in terms of ongoing repairs and upkeep – some models tend to be more enjoyable to own and hold together better over the long haul than others.To determine which would be the most likely ne

The Ten Superheroes Who Would Make The Best Car Mechanics

Wrenching with super-strength abilities or x-ray vision could make even working on a modern Range Rover easy.

3 Reasons to Get Your Car Serviced on a Regular Basis

Can you remember the last time your car was serviced? Getting your car serviced on a consistent basis will help extend the life of your car and may even help you avoid future repair headaches.

Warming up your car for too long may cost you

Warming up your car before your morning commute may cost you if you leave it on for too long.

10 Most Expensive Car Problems and How to Avoid Them

Car repairs can easily run into thousands of dollars. The upside is, expensive problems can often be avoided with inexpensive preventive measures. Head off high-dollar problems by heeding your vehicle's maintenance schedule and keeping these tips in mind before the check-engine light comes on.

8 Things You Can Do To Make Your Car Last

When scrapes occurs to your car that penetrate the paint coat, your protection from the elements is lost. Water and road salts attack the exposed sheet metal

Fix Your Car Right with a Real Repair Manual

Everybody needs a car repair manual for their car. A repair manual will guide you through auto repairs and maintenance. You can buy your auto repair manual online. If you don't have a repair manual for your car, get one today!

Russian mechanics assemble hundreds of lemons and try to start a car

The video by Garage 54, a popular social media page in Russia which runs 'mad auto experiments', shows how the fruit's citric acid can be used to conduct electricity - although not enough for a car.

Get Yourself and Your Car in Shape!

Now that the holiday commotion has simmered down, it’s time to put the champagne and eggnog to the side, and get back on the fitness track! Here are a few tips to help you get you and your car into…

10 basic car maintenance tips that can save you money

New and used car prices are at record highs, so make sure you can prolong the life of your existing vehicle.