Most Japanese brands are looked to as the pinnacle of reliability. While Toyota remains king (rightfully so in my opinion) and Honda in a close second, Nissan isn’t clearly in third place. Throughout the 90’s…
Is Your Car Blowing Ice With The AC? Here’s Why
When it’s a million degrees out and your AC isn’t working right, it’s about as aggravating as getting kicked in the head. The heat makes you feel so sticky and uncomfortable you can’t even think…
Can Frequent Oil Changes Remove Engine Sludge?
Motor oil can develop into sludge faster than you may think. Sludge is a dark and thick mixture of oil and dirt that is formed by oxidation and contamination of the engine oil. It can…
Easy Driving Techniques To Drastically Reduce Brake Wear
Your brakes are highly essential when it comes to ensuring you and your passengers’ safety. It functions by initiating force and friction to the wheels to stop the car from moving. Because brakes are important…
If Your Coolant Smells Like Exhaust, Do this Now!
If you smell exhaust fumes from your coolant then there’s a high degree of probability that you’ve blown a head gasket. You should shut off your engine immediately to avoid further damage. On the flip…
Are Brake Pads And Rotors Universally Interchangeable?
Brake rotors and pads are not universal to all cars but can be interchangeable between certain vehicles. The sizing of the pads and rotors, hub bore/pattern, and wheel size are just a few factors that…
Trouble With A Replacement Tie-Rod? Here’s How To Tell
Tie-rods are an important part of cars’ steering. Modern cars are designed with rack and pinion steering systems that incorporate tie rods. These tie-rods are responsible for connecting the steering gear to the wheel through…
Are You Actually Allowed To Drive Without Shoes?
Believe it or not, driving without shoes is actually legal in all 50 states in the US and no sanctions can be issued to someone caught driving barefoot unless an accident happens. The federal law…
How To Tell If Your Gas Cap Is Faulty, And Fix It Easily
A faulty gas cap is a major annoyance that can plague your car if you don’t take care of it. It’s hard to tell exactly what causes a gas cap to fail but there are…
Is DC Fast Charging ACTUALLY Bad For Your Electric Car?
Direct Current (DC) fast charging, or level 3 charging as it’s known in the Ev world, is the fastest way to charge your electric vehicle currently. This type of charging can be harmful to your…
What Happens If My Hybrid Battery Dies?
When your hybrid car battery dies, you’ll experience one or more things while driving. A loss of power followed by a slew of dashboard lights and the inevitable stall out is the most likely scenario….
Can You REALLY Drive A Car With A Leaking Radiator?
A leaking radiator can be cause for concern especially if you’ve never dealt with this kind of situation before. To put it plainly you can drive a car with a leaking radiator, but you shouldn’t….
Can You REALLY Find Cars Cheaper In Mexico?
Cars are really expensive right now and finding the best deal is always a priority. A lot of cars are made in Mexico and the exchange rate is favorable to us, so cars must be…
How Are Ferrari Engines Different From Ford Engines?
So an engine is an engine, right? Wrong. Four cylinders, V6s, V8s, V10s, and V12s, all are named the same but can vary greatly from function, capacity, design, and output. Although some of you may…
Is It Cheaper To Replace A Transmission Or The Car?
What Is The Price Of The Transmission Repair? If you’re asking the question of whether you should fix your transmission or just buy a different car, understanding the true price of how to repair your…
What Are The Most Fuel Efficient Tires You Can Get?
Tires are one of the most important components of a car. They affect all aspects of driving and efficiency. When you think of ways to increase fuel economy we seldom think of tires. Sure we…
How To Get Rid Of Those Streaky Windshield Wipers For Good
Wiper blades are essential in bad weather but we rarely notice them until we need them. It happens to all of us, when the weather is beating down and we need our wipers to clear…
How To Change The Color Of Your Rims At Home
Whether you’re looking for a change or looking to cover up, the color of your wheels make a drastic effect on the appearance of your car. Many automotive shops offer professional auto painting services, but…
What’s The Ultimate Dream Car Garage Space?
I’m sure as an Automotivist the dream car garage space excites you almost as much as what you’re going to store in it. Most enthusiasts are probably thinking of which cars they would park in…
Dirt Cheap Cars Under $5k
I consistently have friends and family looking for advice on car purchases. The question that comes up the most is the best budget car for the lowest price. Specifically, what are the best dirt cheap…
