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How to Not Get Overcharged by a Mechanic

My husband took his car into our mechanic this morning to get enough work done to require a loaner car for the day and an estimate well over $1,000. “I’ll tell them not to change the cabin air filter,” he reassured me. “I can do that one myself.” Now if only he could install and align his own tires, change a serpentine belt and perform our state’s emissions test, we could really save some bucks.

Vehicle Maintenance Tips to Save You Money

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Is Your Automotive Service and Repair Shop Certified?

In a recent study of several hundred people, the question was asked, “Does the auto shop you use have certified technicians?” The vast majority said they assumed that they were. The shop you use ma…

7 Warning Signs of Bad Wheel Alignment

Can you tell if you have car suspension problems? Read more and learn about the 7 warning signs of bad wheel alignment and have them fixed right away!

Why is it so hard to find an auto mechanic these days?

Don't ignore that 'check engine' light much longer—it could take a while to find someone to fix your car. Here's why.

What Happens When You Add the Wrong Fuel to Your Gas Tank?

Knowing which fuel your vehicle needs and paying close attention to the pump you're about to use can help ensure that you fill your car's tank properly.

How to Know When You Need New Brakes

It’s important to know what signs to look for and what sounds to listen for in your car. Knowing how to recognize these warnings signs can help you better tell when your brakes may need service.

Here’s a Handy Guide to Doing Your Brakes

Doing your own brake service isn’t as hard as it sounds.

Brake Replacement: A Job for Professionals

When you step on the accelerator, you expect your car to move forward or backward. The same principle applies when you step on the brake pedal–does your car come to a quick and complete stop? From brake pads to rotors,...

Garage Files: How to Check and Replace Your Brake Pads

How To Inspect and Bleed Motorcycle Brakes

There's only one way to maximum braking efficiency and that is with maintained brakes. In this how-to learn how to inspected and bleed disc and drum brakes.

The alignment for your vehicle is more important than you might think

Align the tires so they can last as long as possible

Do I Need a Tire Balance or a Wheel Alignment: The Difference

People often confuse tire balance and wheel alignment, when they are actually completely different maintenance services. Find out what they entail and how to tell which your car needs.

How To Make Sure Your Brakes Aren't Going To Suddenly Fail

When a cute girl came into a reddit user's shop to get her oil changed, she mentioned a "slight" grinding sound coming from the ... what's that part called again?

Noisy Brakes: Common Causes

Some tips for safely replacing brake pads in a way that helps eliminate squeaks and squeals.

When to Replace a Brake Hose

Are you considering repair vs. replace of your brake hose? Find out when to replace a brake hose in this post.