We are in the middle of a bitter cold winter, and as automotive enthusiasts we share a largely universal hatred of snow and ice, right? I’ve personally inflicted damage to bumpers, differentials, and control arms, thanks to icy roads. Perhaps I’d...[...]

Today’s tires have become so trouble-free that many drivers ignore them completely, skipping critical inspections and maintenance procedures until there is a problem. Tire Rotation...[...]

Have you ever come across an ad for a used modern car that mentions the vehicle had just received a tune-up? What does “tune-up” even mean in regards to today’s cars? Well, in all likeliness, the seller of the vehicle in said advertisement doesn’t...[...]

Updated studies and CR testing help you get a grip on the right ones for your needsIt's time to end the annual debate about whether to install winter/snow tires on your car. If you live in an area where snow is a constant throughout winter, having...[...]

One surprising tip: Run the A/C. Here's why.Winter is here, so it’s time to understand how to maximize your car’s heater to keep you and your passengers comfortable and...[...]

Good advice for the tire-spinners and the inexperienced winter drivers among us.Be Prepare in the First...[...]

One surprising tip: Run the A/C. Here's why.Winter is here, so it’s time to understand how to maximize your car’s heater to keep you and your passengers comfortable and...[...]

We found out how the cold can affect cars and trucks and hear about any possible solutions.Few places in the U.S. know cold better than Alaska, and James Grant, who owns Right Choice Automotive Repair in Fairbanks, has seen a bit of what frigid...[...]

Good advice for the tire-spinners and the inexperienced winter drivers among us.Be Prepare in the First...[...]

We found out how the cold can affect cars and trucks and hear about any possible solutions.Few places in the U.S. know cold better than Alaska, and James Grant, who owns Right Choice Automotive Repair in Fairbanks, has seen a bit of what frigid...[...]

The long-held notion that you should let your car idle in the cold is only true for carbureted engines.In a nutshell, an internal combustion engine works by using pistons to compress a mixture of air and vaporized fuel within a cylinder. The...[...]

The Advantages of Front-Wheel Drive If engineers had had their way, front-wheel drive would have dominated automotive design from the beginning. But, in a victory for right-brain thinkers, stylists and enthusiasts actually have a say in the...[...]

AAA says price gap between regular and premium now as big as 25 percent, meaning higher-octane gas may be a poor choice, even when recommended.The latest testing by AAA showed using premium gasoline in vehicles that recommend but don't require it...[...]

If your car recommends, but doesn't require premium, you'll most likely see improved performance and efficiency with higher octane fuel. But, the extra cost might not be worth it.In the study, AAA performed various dyno tests on six...[...]

This is disastrous for your engine, so if it happens, here’s what to do next.Hello! This is the beginning of what will be a regular feature on this internet website: A column in which I investigate your car problems, mostly to determine just how...[...]