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Whether you are looking to repair or upgrade a part on your car or truck, here is where you’ll get the best information and tips about car parts, replacement parts and auto maintenance.

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BMW Stops Selling Gasoline Motorcycles (Temporarily)

The company's voluntary stop sale notice has shocked bikers around the world.

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What to Know About Brake Pad Replacement and Repair

How to get a good brake job and save $1,000 over the life of your car. Here are tips for...


What Is a Frunk and Why Do You Need It?

"Frunk" is a new name for an old car component that's making a comeback. Find out what it is and...


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Can You Pass a Car Inspection With The Check Engine Light On?

The dreaded check engine light (CEL) is hard to ignore. Here, our car expert explains what effect a lit CEL...


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Honda Recalls 1.2 Million SUVs with Bad Backup Cameras

If you own one of the affected models, here's how to get it fixed for free.

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Are Electric Car Batteries Recyclable?

Once it stops powering your car, that EV battery is still useful. Here's what to know about repurposing and recycling...


Do Electric Cars Have Transmissions?

While electric vehicles (EVs) are no longer novel, basic questions like this one have many consumers looking for answers.


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Why You Shouldn’t Use Winter Tires in the Summer

Winter tires are great for driving on snow and ice, but leaving them on in summer adversely affects vehicle safety...


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How To Check and Change Pressure Washer Pump Oil

Want to get the most from your gas-powered pressure washer this summer? Learn how to change the pump and engine...


What Is an Oil Extractor Pump and Do I Need One?

An oil extractor pump makes doing your own oil changes a breeze. No more crawling under the car, and no...


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Save Money on Repairs By Tightening These Loose Car Parts

Properly tightening fasteners saves money and lives by preventing loose car parts from failing. Most of the time, you can...


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What Is Diesel Exhaust Fluid?

Diesel exhaust fluid, or DEF, is a solution of deionized water and urea. It eliminates noxious nitrogen oxides from diesel...


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8 Unsettling Car Sounds and How To Fix Them

Hearing weird noises from your car? Don't ignore them. They indicate a problem, but not necessarily an expensive one.

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Why Are Tires Black?

The answer might surprise you: It's due to a key ingredient that greatly improves tire efficiency and overall strength.


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How To Clean Brake Dust Off Rims

Are your car's wheels looking grungy? Chances are it's brake dust buildup. Here's how to clean brake dust off rims...


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How To Reset the Oil Change Light in Your Car

Is your vehicle displaying the oil change light? Keep reading to learn why this happens and how to reset it.


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Are Electric Vehicles More Likely To Catch on Fire?

Electric vehicle battery fires aren't all that common, but they do happen. Here's what you need to know to prevent...


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5 Things You Need to Know Before Buying a Classic Car

There's nothing quite like cruising around in a vintage car and watching heads turn, but before you spend that kind...


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What To Know About Brake Dust

Brake dust residue can be unsightly and damage brake hardware and expensive wheels. What is brake dust? We've got answers.


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Tire Alignment vs. Balance: What’s the Difference?

Properly balanced tires and wheel alignment extend tire life and are important to your overall driving experience. Here's what you...


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5 Ways To Start a Car With a Bad Starter

Got a car that won't start? A faulty starter could be the culprit. Learn how to diagnose starter problems.


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How Much Is an Oil Change?

One of the best things you can do for you car is change the oil regularly. Whether you do it...

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Do Electric Cars Need Oil Changes?

If the engine is battery-operated, do electric cars need oil changes? Great question! Here's what you need to know.


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How Often Do You Need to Replace the Air Filter in a Car?

Knowing the frequency is key to protecting the engine and keeping it running smoothly for years.


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If Your Car Is Making These Noises, This Is What It Could Mean

Your car is always giving you feedback, but are you listening?


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These 9 Innovations Made Cars Safer and More Comfortable

Once thought of as science fiction, advanced vehicle technologies are improving driving safety and decreasing the number of accidents.


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What Are Cars Made Of Other Than Steel?

Your car or truck is made of extraordinary materials. Read on to learn what they are.


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What’s Really Holding Your Car Parts Together?

It's not just nuts, bolts and welds that keep car parts connected. You'll be surprised how many adhesives are involved!