Performing an oil change on your car may seem like an intimidating chore that should be handled by professional mechanics. But what if I told you that with just a small set of basic tools, some time, and the right instructions, you can change your own oil in your garage (or driveway) and feel great about it?…

The glowing check engine light on your dashboard can cause stress for any vehicle owner. While it is indeed a warning sign that something is wrong, it does not necessarily mean the world is about to end. Today’s cars have much more advanced On-Board Diagnostics, Second Generation (OBD-II) systems that keep tabs on multiple engine and emission control…

Having a car is convenient, but it also brings a certain amount of responsibility. Over time, it turns out there’s one simple truth when it comes to cars and friends and family that I’ve worked on vehicles and helped maintain theirs: With consistency, most failures can be avoided. This Comprehensive Year-Round Car Maintenance Checklist: From Oil Changes…

There’s just a feeling on that first chilly morning you walk out to your car and know beyond any doubt that summer is a thing of the past. Maybe it’s the frost on your windshield, or that fraction of a second when your engine hesitates just a little bit more than usual before firing up. Winter…

My Expensive Education in Car Parts Look, I’ve learned this the hard way after 15 years of maintaining my own vehicles – buying car parts isn’t as straightforward as it should be. I’ve made pretty much every mistake you can make, from ordering the wrong part three times in a row to installing cheap knock-offs…