The leaves are changing, which means cooler temperatures are just around the corner. Now’s the time to make sure your car is in good working order. Check tire pressure It’s common for tires to lose pressure over time, so take a few minutes to check and fill your tires every few months. (Find the appropriate…
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…
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…
It’s back-to-school season, so if you or someone you know is headed off to college, take note. School supplies and dorm furniture aren’t the only things students need to think about as they prepare to hit the books. A lot of college kids travel long distances to school in a personal vehicle, and they don’t…
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…
When temperatures soar, cars are not immune to the heat. Here’s what you need to know about a car that has a tendency to run hot. For starters, maintain proper levels of coolant and antifreeze. Then, if the temperature gauge in your car starts to creep up or you notice a puff of steam coming…
The dog days of summer are just around the corner, so if your car’s air conditioner is on the blink, you may want to act now! If you know you’ve got a problem with your air conditioner, or if you want to schedule a service appointment just to be sure that everything’s in working order,…
If you drive a high-mileage Honda – or if you aspire to drive one someday – you know that your car will a need a little extra TLC from time to time. Here, we’re offering a series of tips designed to take you to 100,000 miles – and beyond! Today’s tip: Be safety-smart! …
If you drive a high-mileage Honda – or if you aspire to drive one someday – you know that your car will a need a little extra TLC from time to time. Here, we’re offering a series of tips designed to take you to 100,000 miles – and beyond! Today’s tip: Park your car inside…
If you drive a high-mileage Honda – or if you aspire to drive one someday – you know that your car will a need a little extra TLC from time to time. Here, we’re offering a series of tips designed to take you to 100,000 miles – and beyond! Today’s tip: Don’t let your engine…
