You spent a lot of time researching cars before making your purchase. Buying a car is a long term commitment so you want to make sure you get the most out of your vehicle. Here are a few tips for getting the most out of your car. Keep it Clean- When your car is…
Contaminated oil can lead to many vehicle issues. These issues can ultimately lead to engine damage which can be costly to repair as anyone who has ever had to have their engine repaired or replaced knows. If you had a bad oil filter, then the contaminants will build up rather quickly inside the engine. This…
If there’s one thing about owning a vintage car that worries some people, it is the lack of knowledge on how to fix simple problems. Because cars nowadays are so different from the cars of yesterday, a stock knowledge on car repair and troubleshooting may not be sufficient. What if you decided to take your…
There are many benefits to owning an older car. The first of which is that it saves you the expense of buying a new vehicle sooner than necessary. Next, it has been “broken in” so to speak. This means that there is no period of adjustment as there is with a newer car. Nonetheless, older…
With the constant change in oil prices, car owners are always concerned about how they can save gas and money while driving. This post will give you tips on how you can reduce your gas consumption and save money. Always have your car tuned-up regularly. If your engine is in bad operating condition it will…
Buying a car today can be expensive. In fact, the average car price is almost $23,000. That is definitely a lot of money for most people. When it comes to high quality sports cars, it is important that owners learn how to maintain the engine in order to protect their investment. Sports cars are especially…
Why do today what you can put off until tomorrow. Sound familiar? This is the mantra many car owners use when it comes to oil changes. However, regular oil changes are one of the most important things you can do to extend the life of your car. With this in mind, the total car care…
If you’ve ever found yourself checking that dipstick and wondering why oil seems to disappear almost as fast as you can put it into your engine, then you are not alone. Many drivers have this problem. A car that has too little oil in it can suffer severe damage as bare metal parts scrape and…
Apart from adding gas to an automobile, changing a car’s oil is one of the first maintenance jobs that many people learn. In fact, it is so common that many find it hard to believe that some very critical mistakes can be made during this “super easy” process. To help you learn from your mistakes…
No matter what type of vehicle you drive or what your driving habits are, it is important to know how to prevent engine sludge. This common problem can cause many problems ranging from minor inconveniences to major engine failure. Check out our “game plan” for preventing engine oil deposits while at the same time extending…
