Most repairs aren't covered by warranties, but leaving a cracked windshield can lead to higher costs down the road
If you ever want to see an argument at a dealership service counter, sit back and wait for someone to come in with a broken or cracked glass on their new vehicle and watch the fur…
By now, you’ve heard the message many times over: in winter weather, you should have winter tires. That’s primarily because winter tires have the optimal compound and tread…
You don’t have to be a diehard do-it-yourselfer to want to learn more about the technical side of your daily ride. A recent survey by the American Automobile Association revealed…
If you’ve ever called an auto dealership or parts store looking for something, you’ve probably winced and swore under your breath at the first question the counterperson will…
When you consider the advances in auto technology these days, some are surprised to learn that backyard techs would ever try to tackle their own repairs – but experienced…
That dreaded click-click-click of a dead battery on a frosty morning has to be the worst sound a car owner can hear. It means waiting for roadside assistance or a friendly…
What’s the condition behind the almost universal attraction for drivers to watch snow blow off their cars and trucks as they head out on winter roads? Is it something akin to a…
It’s one of a car owner’s worst nightmares – pulling the engine oil dipstick, only a few weeks after an oil change service, and finding it down a litre or two. With no leaks…
If you ever want to start a heated group discussion in a group of auto gear-head DIYers, simply ask what’s the best spark plug to use? As many opinions and reasons will start…
If we pay attention, our vehicles will usually tell us when something is amiss. Whether it’s an engine stumble or a suspension clunk, ignoring these signs usually lead to higher…