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    Automotive

    Whether you have a car, motorcycle or truck, keep your vehicle running smooth and looking good with these helpful auto repair and paint job tips, projects and products.

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    How to Change the Oil in Your Car

    One of the most critical maintenance chores for cars is changing the oil regularly. Learn how to change oil quickly and without getting too dirty.
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    8 Most Common Lawn Tractor Repairs

    If you own a lawn tractor, a.k.a. a riding lawn mower, knowing how to make...

    10 Easiest Ways To Find The Cheapest Gas In Your Area

    Tired of overpaying at the gas pump? Well, that's about to change. Learn how to...

    Driving With Hazards On In Bad Weather: Is It Legal?

    Maybe not. The laws vary from state to state.
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    How to Wash Your Car at Home in Winter

    Winter weather and road salt can wreak havoc on your car. Protect it by washing...
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    How Often Do I Change the Oil in My Motorcycle?

    Not sure how often to change your motorcycle oil? Learn the answer to that question,...
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    Why Is There Oil On My Spark Plugs?

    Got a two-stroke engine running rough or not at all? Oil could be the problem....
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    Why Won’t My Car Door Close Properly?

    A car door that won't close properly is not only a critical safety issue, but...

    Vintage Family Handyman Feature from 1987: Buyer’s Guide to Vacation Vehicles

    In celebration of Family Handyman's 70th Anniversary, we're diving back into the archives and highlighting...
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    10 Best Ice Scrapers and Snow Brushes

    Don't get stuck in a snow or ice storm without a reliable scraper and snow...

    Why Won’t My Car Shift Gears?

    Like a manual transmission with a bad clutch, a driver with an automatic transmission may...
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    This $5 Product Will Have Your Car Looking and Smelling Like New

    Try these incredibly effective and super affordable wipes.
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    5 Problems When Parking Your Vehicle a Week or Longer (and How To Prevent Them)

    If you're not putting as many miles on your car as you used to, take...
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    What to Know About Changing Your Car’s Oil Filter

    Want to take the best possible care of your vehicle? Learn all about oil filters...
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    How Car Brakes Work and How to Tell When They Go Bad

    Learn how your brakes slow and stop your car, and how to tell if your...
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    What Is Car Smog and How Do I Get It Checked?

    You've heard of smog, but do you really know what it is? We'll clear up...
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    Not Driving Much? How Often to Change Your Oil While Working From Home

    Think skipping your daily commute means you can skip your next scheduled oil change? Think...

    How to Repair Small Engines: Cleaning the Carburetor

    Don't Google "small engine repair near me" the next time your lawnmower sputters. Learn how...
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    Why Won’t My Car Reverse Like It Should?

    You probably take shifting into reverse for granted, but wait until you try backing out...
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    Why Is My Car Shaking?

    If your vehicle is shaking, it's not just an irritating nuisance. It means there's definitely...
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    6 Tips for Driving in Winter

    Driving in snow and ice presents many challenges. Here are six winter driving tips to...
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    How to Change a Car Battery

    If you’ve determined your battery is bad, here’s how to replace it yourself with only...
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    How to Check Your Windshield Wiper Fluid

    Checking your windshield wiper fluid is not like checking your oil — it doesn’t have...