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    Whether you are looking to repair or upgrade a part on your car or truck, here is where you’ll get the best information and tips about car parts, replacement parts and auto maintenance.

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    How to Put Snow Chains on Your Tires

    If you've purchased snow chains and don't know how to put them on your car (or you're just curious) don't worry! Here's how you do it.
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    Are Snow Tires Right For Your Car?

    Wondering if snow tires are right for your car? Learn all about them here, how...
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    7 Best Tire Chains for Winter Driving

    Planning to do some serious winter driving? Snow chains can make a big difference! Here...
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    What Is Ideal Tire Pressure in Cold Weather?

    Lower temperatures mean lower tire pressure, so be prepared to inflate your tires more often...

    Family Handyman’s Vintage Truck Ads from the ‘80s

    As part of our 70th Anniversary celebration, Family Handyman takes a look back at the...
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    Why Do My Tires Squeak While Driving?

    Squeaking tires while driving isn't just annoying — it could be a warning of a...
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    Why Do My Brakes Lock Up When Trying to Stop?

    Brakes locking up, whether in an emergency or while simply slowing down, can be a...
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    Why Do My Brakes Keep Grinding?

    If you hear your brakes grinding, something is wrong. Here are four likely causes for...
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    How to Plug a Leaky Tire

    Got a flat tire? If a small puncture is the culprit, there's a good chance...

    This Is How Long You Can Drive on a Spare Tire

    Every driver hopes they'll never have a flat. But if that day comes, you need...

    The One-Second Tire Test That Could Save Your Life

    As it turns out, cell phones may not be the biggest deterrent to safe driving.
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    How to Replace a Broken Brake Light

    Got a brake light that's not working? In less time than it takes to drive...
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    How to Increase the Lifespan of Your Tires

    The answer to the seemingly simple question "How long do car tires last?" isn't that...
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    Why Are My Car Brakes Making Noise?

    Unusual noise coming from your brakes is a warning that one of your car's most...
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    Why Are My Brakes Squeaking?

    Brake squeal is not uncommon, often caused by worn brake hardware, pads or rotor finish....
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    How to Check Tire Pressure

    Learning how to check tire pressure is easy and inexpensive. Make it a part of...

    How to Change Rear Brake Pads

    Maintaining disc brakes is a perfect opportunity for DIYers to get their hands dirty and...

    What Is a Brake Caliper (And How To Tell if Mine is Bad)?

    If your car is equipped with disc brakes, brake calipers are critical to slowing and...
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    Best Car Tires for 2020

    We combed expert reviews and resources to find the best tires in top categories, including...

    How to Change a Car Tire

    Do you know what to do when you have to change a tire? Here are...

    Best Tools for Flaring Brake Lines

    The proper tools make the difference when flaring brake lines. Make sure you have the...
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    How to Measure Tire Tread

    Watch and learn how to measure tire tread

    The Source of Most Disc Brake Problems

    Become familiar with problems that arise in disc brakes, how they affect your ability to...