Category: Car Maintenance

Do you change your oil every 3,000 miles? The majority of drivers on the road have been bombarded by advertising that recommends changing their car’s oil every 3,000 miles, but the truth is that interval is no longer really necessary. Yes, engine oil does get dirty, and when that happens, it can clog engine parts,…

Any engine that runs by internal combustion of fuel requires air to operate. That’s because without air, specifically, oxygen, fuels like gasoline and diesel can’t burn and provide the explosive force to power the engine. The trick is, not just any old air will do. In modern automobiles, the air must be cleaned before it…

Would you like a way to save a few hundred bucks a year on car-related expenses, with no cash out of your pocket? Just keep your tires inflated at the recommended pressure. It’s estimated that correct tire inflation can result in a 3.3 percent increase in fuel efficiency. According to some sources, that’s good for…

In the movies, they make it look so cool: smoking the tires, drifting and even making screeching “emergency” stops when there’s no emergency. However, those are all extreme examples of how to sentence your tires to a fate of premature baldness. But even if you don’t drive like you’re filming a Hollywood chase scene, certain…

Replacing a car’s engine can be a complex task. Replacing Automotive Engines Of course, despite your best efforts, you still may need to replace some car parts — including the engine. While there’s a lot of car part information written about replacing components like brake pads, auto part information on replacing an engine can be…

Proper maintenance is critical for all automotive engines. Automotive Engine Maintenance While the material an engine is made out of, how well it’s built and how it’s driven all affect how long the engine will last, engine longevity usually comes down to one thing: maintenance. Any source of car part information will tell you that…

A number of different factors affect the longevity of your car’s engine. If there’s a car sitting in your driveway right now, there’s a good chance it’s pretty old. According to a study conducted in March 2009, the median age of passenger cars on American roads was 9.4 years. At the same time, the median…

Pop the bonnet of a modern car and the chances are you won’t recognise much in the engine. Modern computer-controlled engine management systems and high-tech engines mean that the days of DIY car repairs are long gone for most of us. Fortunately, the basics of keeping a car in good running order haven’t changed much…

Of all of the features that we examine during the car shopping stage, headlights are not usually a prominent selling point. However, they’re among the more important parts of a vehicle in terms of driving safety. Front lights ensure that a driver can see and be seen by others. Without them, the roadway would be…