Driving Safety

Learn the art of hauling lumber and other building materials safely, even in a short-bed pickup truck. With proper loading, you can eliminate…

Headlight out?Use these four simple steps to determine if your bad headlight or taillight is caused by a burnt-out bulb, a corroded socket or a…

A leaking heater hose will stop your car dead in it's tracks, but with a basic repair kit you can fix the hose yourself, even out in the…

Automatic belt tensioners, standard in most cars now, make changing a serpentine belt a simple DIY repair. Follow the clear photos and…

Why spend more at the gas pump when you can easily spend less? Follow these simple tips and you'll see a noticeable difference in your fuel…

A torque wrench is a necessity for changing a tire. Improperly torqued lug nuts can cause expensive brake problems and also break wheel studs.

Replace dashboard lights by removing the trim panel and instrument cluster. It sounds intimidating, but it's simpler than you might think…

Diagnose car problems without going to a mechanic with an auto code reader. Simply plug it into the car's computer system, then interpret…

A broken power window can be an expensive repair, but if you have basic auto repair tools and access to an online service manual you can fix it…

Change the coolant yourself and save money on car maintenance. Our experts show how to change coolant in both newer and older (pre-2000) cars.

Perform a quick diagnostic test for corrosion in your water pump, radiator or heater core with a digital multimeter. A simple test of the…

The click, click sound of a dead battery doesn't always mean the situation is hopeless. Try a few simple tests first—you may be able to…

Add a GPS adapter, cell phone or other dashboard-mounted electronic device holder without drilling or gluing. The trick is finding the right…

Gas lifts that hold up car hoods, trunks and rear hatches can wear out and become a problem, especially in cold weather. Here's how to fix the…

Replacing a broken side view mirror is easier and cheaper than you might think. Once you have the right tools, the hardest part is just finding…

Turn signals and intermittent wiper controls are the most common failures on the multifunction switch in late-model cars. Save money by doing…

Worn spark plug wires and boots can start to leak voltage to nearby engine parts, causing arcing and creating performance problems. Replace them…

When you store your sports car or classic car in the garage for the winter, a few simple steps and some proactive care will keep it in tip-top…