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How Do You Reset the Check Engine Light on Your Car?
A check engine light indicates problems with your vehicle's emissions system. While you can turn the CEL off yourself,...
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8 Tips for Dealing with a Flat Tire Quickly
Got a flat tire? You'll survive. These tips will help.
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4 Tips for Buying a Used Car
Before buying a used car, follow this 4-step inspection program to determine the vehicle's reliability, condition and value. It'll...
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How Much Does Hail Damage Impact a Car’s Value?
Hailstones, those frozen raindrops that form and grow inside thunderstorms, can fall up to 40 mph and quickly damage your...
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Can You Use a Car Power Inverter for a Laptop or TV?
Power inverters allow you to run low power AC electrical devices like computers, video cams and even TVs in your...
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How To Repair Cracks and Chips in Your Windshield
Fixing a small windshield crack or chip is an easy project that can save real money.
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DOT 3 vs. DOT 4 Brake Fluid: What’s the Difference?
DOT 3 and DOT 4 brake fluid are the most common in vehicles today. Yes, there is a difference. So...
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BMW Stops Selling Gasoline Motorcycles (Temporarily)
The company's voluntary stop sale notice has shocked bikers around the world.
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A Guide to the 8 Most Common Automotive and Household Lubricants
Here's everything you need to know about automotive, household and shop lubricants like white lithium grease.
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A Simple Hack to Keep Your License Plates from Getting Stolen
Prevent license plate theft by using special screws that require a special security wrench to remove. They're inexpensive and take...
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What to Know About Brake Pad Replacement and Repair
How to get a good brake job and save $1,000 over the life of your car. Here are tips for...
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My EV Is Dead, What Do I Do?
There's no need to panic if your EV won't start. Just be sure you know about both of your EV's...
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12 Ideas to Upgrade Your Utility Trailer
Upgrade taillights, tow balls and connections, tie-downs and more.
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The 20 Best Men’s Gifts on Amazon That’ll Arrive in No Time
Have a guy who's difficult to shop for? These men's gifts on Amazon will get a five-star rating from your...
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How Much Does Paint Protection Film Cost?
Paint protection film acts as an invisible barrier, protecting your vehicle against the elements, stone chips and bug spatter.
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What Are HID Headlights?
High-intensity discharge (HID) automotive headlights produce a brighter, directed beam than traditional headlights, making nighttime driving safer.
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What Is a Frunk and Why Do You Need It?
"Frunk" is a new name for an old car component that's making a comeback. Find out what it is and...
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The 6 Best Windshield Repair Kits to Avoid a Trip to the Shop
When a rock gets lodged into your windshield, you need a repair kit on-hand for the job. Here are six...
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How Electric Cars With Solar Panels Are Changing the Game
Self-charging an electric car with solar panels makes sense. But there's a reason we don't see more integrated solar panels...
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Can You Pass a Car Inspection With The Check Engine Light On?
The dreaded check engine light (CEL) is hard to ignore. Here, our car expert explains what effect a lit CEL...
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Honda Recalls 1.2 Million SUVs with Bad Backup Cameras
If you own one of the affected models, here's how to get it fixed for free.
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Are Electric Car Batteries Recyclable?
Once it stops powering your car, that EV battery is still useful. Here's what to know about repurposing and recycling...
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Do Electric Cars Have Transmissions?
While electric vehicles (EVs) are no longer novel, basic questions like this one have many consumers looking for answers.
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Why You Shouldn’t Use Winter Tires in the Summer
Winter tires are great for driving on snow and ice, but leaving them on in summer adversely affects vehicle safety...
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What To Know About Car and SUV Tents
Whether you want it on the roof, tailgate, sliding door or truck bed, car and SUV tents can up your...
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If Your Car Seats Are Stained, You Need This Dollar Tree Cleaning Hack
This TikTok Dollar Tree glass cleaner hack will save you money on car seat stain removal. It only costs about...
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A Guide to Using Ratchet Straps
Ratchet straps are popular because they're easy to use and secure cargo well. Here's...
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Hyundai and Kia Agree to $200 Million Settlement to Owners of Stolen Cars
Own a base model Kia or Hyundai? You may be eligible for financial compensation.
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These Auto Makers Are Dropping AM Radio from Their New Models
Learn why certain automakers are removing AM radio from upcoming models, and which vehicles will be affected.