January 3, 2022
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Engine oil is the lifeblood of any vehicle. As the oil ages, it starts to collect all sorts of engine debris that robs your vehicle of high performance and leads to other issues under the hood. The only solution to these problems is an oil change, but that begs the question: “How often should I replace my car’s engine oil?” The answer depends on these factors: Oil type: Engine oil has become more advanced over the years, leading to better performance and longer time frames between changes. If you use a full-synthetic blend, you can go up to 15,000 miles... View Article
December 20, 2021
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Going to turn on a car only to find that it won’t start is every driver’s nightmare. While there are many reasons that a vehicle won’t start, it can often be attributed to a dead or dying battery. There are multiple causes of battery failure and multiple ways to tell if a battery has kicked the bucket. Continue reading to learn how to tell if your car battery is dead: Old age: Most batteries don’t last longer than four or five years, so if your battery is getting up there in age, it’s likely time to replace it. Most batteries... View Article
December 2, 2021
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If you’re venturing out during the winter weather, it’s best to take some precautions. You’ll want to drive more slowly than usual and keep your headlights on. You’ll also want to be prepared in case something goes wrong by having a fully-charged phone, a snow shovel and a warm blanket on hand. Another thing you should do is learn how to avoid wheelspins on ice. Read on to find out about correcting a slide on icy roads. Why cars spin out on ice It doesn’t matter whether it’s rain, ice or snow—the reason your car’s wheels will spin is a... View Article
November 18, 2021
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If you’ve bought a car in recent years, chances are that it has an ECU (engine control unit) that controls its performance. These internal computers are responsible for ensuring that the cars run well and alert drivers when anything goes wrong. This is generally expressed via codes that pop up on a scanning tool. When it comes to diagnosing car codes, it may not be as simple as you’d think. Here are the top diagnostic codes in cars. Oxygen sensor This is often related to codes P0171 and P0175. This code comes up when your vehicle’s oxygen sensor isn’t working.... View Article
October 28, 2021
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Wondering how to prevent hydroplaning? For new and experienced drivers alike, any time your car slips and slides on wet roads—and even completely loses contact with the road, in some cases—it’s always a scary situation. There are several factors that increase a driver’s risk of hydroplaning, from tire issues to the depth of the water on the roadways. Here’s a brief guide to preventing this potentially dangerous occurrence from happening. What is hydroplaning? Hydroplaning, also known as aquaplaning, occurs when a car’s tires lose traction with the surface of the road due to water. It happens when water gets in... View Article
