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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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Must-Know Garage Storage Tips for Weekend Mechanics

Whether your garage could be confused with a Nascar trailer or you just like to change your brakes, these tips...


8 Mechanic’s Tool Tips for DIYers

It's not only about having the right tools. These tool tips can show you when, where and how to use...


Hack Your Car Top Carrier: Loading Tips and Safety Smarts

Getting building materials home from the lumberyard or home center is easy if you own a pickup truck or a...


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Painting Tips: How to Paint Faster

Professional secrets for a speedy, great-looking job


How to Buy Tires

Buy tires the smart way—set priorities and do your homework


Alternator Replacement: When to Listen to Your Mechanic

When replacing and alternator, other upgrades are worth doing too


How to Fix a Gas Octane Mixup

Easy fix for a gas pump mix up


How To Remove a Trailer Hitch

Remove a rusted trailer hitch with penetrating fluid and air power.

How to Change a Motorcycle Chain and Sprockets

We asked an expert to walk us through the entire component replacement process with a Yamaha 350.


How to Save Money: Replace Brake Rotors

A couple weeks ago, I drove my wife's car for the first time in a while.


Car Trim: How to Repair Your Car’s Molding

Carmakers long ago stopped using spring clips to attach car trim and molding. Instead, they use adhesive tape.


Best Air Tools for Automotive work

You'll get more jobs done faster-and better-by expanding your collection of air tools. Air tools speed up auto work and...


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Best Car Wax Buffers and Polishers of 2024

Want to wax or polish your vehicle, but not sure which tool is right for the job? Check out our...


7 Best Car Carpet Cleaners of 2022

Find the best car carpet cleaner to tackle any stain, substance and smell


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Car Maintenance Basics Everyone Should Know

You don't need to be a professional mechanic to own a car, but the following car maintenance basics are essential...