Car Washing - The Do's and Don'ts
- Jeff Martin
- 08/28/2012
- Car Maintenance
Aside from the aesthetic appeal of a freshly-cleaned car, keeping your car clean is the best way to protect its paint from damage that can be caused by abrasives such as dirt or other particles and substances that can be found on the ...
Facts about Engines & Motor Oil
- Jeff Martin
- 08/24/2012
- Car Maintenance
The engine is the most mechanically-complex part of your car. Even though it has been designed to routinely function under extreme conditions of heat and pressure, no degree of precision engineering can overcome your engine’s greatest ...
Dismissing Common Myths About Car Wax
- Jeff Martin
- 08/20/2012
- Car Maintenance
Nothing improves the appearance of an automobile like a good paint job and a shiny coating of wax. Unfortunately, many owners believe that a coating of wax will act like the deflector shields seen on Star Trek when it comes to protecting ...
Common Reasons a Car Won't Start
- Jeff Martin
- 08/17/2012
- Car Maintenance
There are several reasons why a car won’t start. A check of all your car’s systems and connections should reveal the cause of the vehicle’s inability to start. Before you can diagnose the problem, you should know the issues which can ...
How to Identify Car Leaks
- Jeff Martin
- 08/14/2012
- Car Maintenance
A puddle found underneath your car means you have a leak. The first step in fixing a leak in your car is identifying exactly which fluid is escaping. Once you know the kind of leak you are dealing with, you can take steps to correct the ...
Keep Your Car Running Forever
- Jeff Martin
- 08/10/2012
- Car Maintenance
Cars are one of the most expensive possessions you will ever need to purchase. It is in the best interest of your finances to keep your car running for as long as possible. While no car will stay running forever, by following a few simple ...
Diagnosing Common Engine Noises
- Jeff Martin
- 08/07/2012
- Car Maintenance
An unexpected noise from your engine can indicate a serious problem that needs immediate attention. By knowing what the different noises mean, you can determine the potential problem with your car more easily.
Top Car Maintenance Mistakes
- Jeff Martin
- 08/03/2012
- Car Maintenance
Newer model cars may have fewer maintenance requirements, but that doesn’t mean car owners aren’t holding out to outdated assumptions and habits about how to care for their vehicle. The most common maintenance mistakes made by car owners ...
Routine Car Maintenance Schedule
- Jeff Martin
- 07/31/2012
- Car Maintenance
Providing your car with routine maintenance is a practical way to ensure you keep things running smoothly for the life of your car. Some services are required more often than others. If you’re uncertain when to have your car serviced, a ...
Common Reasons for a Check Engine Light
- Jeff Martin
- 07/27/2012
- Car Maintenance
Your car’s check engine light turns on when there is a serious problem with your engine. Unlike other dashboard warnings, the check engine light provides no information beyond the blanket warning that something is wrong with the engine. ...
