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 Easy
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 I 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…
How To Fix Anything On Your Car Yourself- Mostly
So you want to know how to fix anything on your car yourself eh? If you’re anything like me you like to wrench on your car when you get the chance; whether it’s to save…
The Ugly Truth About Leaf Spring Suspensions
If you own a vehicle with leaf springs you know how harsh the ride can be and how upsetting it can make every commute. Have you ever wondered why large trucks and trailers bounce over…
How To Repair Curb Rash Like A Pro
Curb rash is common. It’s wheel damage that drivers encounter when they get a little too close to the streets. Hitting curbs and other road obstructions leads to unsightly marks, scratches, gouges, and chips on…