It’s bound to happen – one of your tail lights goes out and a bad bulb is to blame. Swapping a light bulb isn’t too tough, but while you’re at it, there’s one more thing you ought to do: clean your light sockets. That’s right – dirt can build up on light sockets, and over…
Winter can be tough on a car, inside and out. Not surprisingly, your car’s carpeting seems to take an especially tough beating during those oh-so-cold winter months. In fact, nearly every time you get in your car, you’re bound to track in salt, slush and ice. Rubber waffle-style floor mats are a great way to…
A straw can break a camel’s back (or so we’re told), but can it damage your car, too? Sure enough, if you pile too much on your car’s roof or haul too much in the trunk, you just might do some significant damage. To be sure you’re not overdoing it, check your owner’s manual for recommended…
You’re cruising along the interstate, and all of a sudden, a rock appears from out-of-nowhere and leaves an ugly ding on your windshield. It’s a fairly common problem, and fortunately, it’s a fairly easy fix. Contrary to what many people think, you do not have to have your entire windshield replaced. Instead, call a glass…
It happens. You’re not paying attention when you put your car in reverse, and before you know it, you’ve backed into a trash can or a mailbox. The good news? You probably don’t need to have the light fixture repaired immediately, but you will want do a temporary fix at home. If you simply have…
Are you guilty of carrying a clunky key ring? Be careful: that bulky bunch of keys could cause damage to your ignition switch. Heavy keys that bounce around when you drive can cause the tumblers in your ignition to wear out. To save your ignition switch, consider keeping your car keys on a separate key…
Your car’s air filter can quickly fill with dirt, dust and bugs. When this happens, your engine has to work harder, and your car isn’t able to use fuel as efficiently. Some estimates suggest you can improve your gas mileage by as much as 10 percent when you replace your air filter, so what are…
Let’s be honest: a lot of car owners take those big bulky owner’s manuals and shove them into the depths of their glove compartments without much thought. Wait! Not so fast … These handy guides are full of useful tidbits, including recommended tire pressure, car seat guidelines and suggested maintenance schedules for your car. We…
It can happen to anyone: that dreaded thump-thump-thump that means you have a flat tire. If you’re driving when it happens, here’s what you need to know: Slow down, and carefully work your way to the right shoulder of the highway or road. Turn on your flashers. If it’s night time, make sure you leave…
We all want our cars to look their best, but we don’t always know what we should do to keep them looking shiny and new. Here, we’ve compiled a few handy tips for protecting your car’s finish: Do what you can to avoid dents and dings. Obviously, scratches and other blemishes diminish your car’s…
