Skip to Content

Jacob & Rachel Self

Pumping air into auto wheel, How To Inflate Tires When Hot

How To Inflate Tires When Hot

Proper tire inflation is a critical part of overall automotive maintenance. Improper inflation can lead to blowouts and uneven wear. But how exactly should you go about inflating tires when they’re hot? We did the research to bring you the answer. The procedure for inflating hot tires is mostly the same as the procedure for …

Read More about How To Inflate Tires When Hot
Four glow plugs for diesel engine, How Long Do Glow Plugs Last?

How Long Do Glow Plugs Last?

Diesel engines have some slightly different components than their gasoline counterparts. Glow plugs are one such component. Glow plugs serve a critical purpose in a diesel engine’s start sequence by providing the heat necessary for ignition. But just how long can you expect diesel glow plugs to last? We did the research to bring you …

Read More about How Long Do Glow Plugs Last?
Technician change car oil filter, automotive spare part. Car maintenance concept - Which Way To Turn Oil Filter

Which Way To Turn Oil Filter

There’s nothing more rewarding than performing car maintenance yourself. Thankfully, changing the oil is a fairly simple task that many vehicle owners choose to do themselves. But if this is your first time changing your own oil, you might be wondering which way to turn the oil filter to remove the old one and install …

Read More about Which Way To Turn Oil Filter
Mechanic draining engine oil from a car for an oil change at an auto shop - How Long To Let Oil Drain

How Long To Let Oil Drain

Changing the oil is a simple task that most vehicle owners can perform themselves with the right tools and proper guidance. If this is your first time changing your own oil, you might be wondering how long you should let the oil drain from the engine before putting the drain plug back in and proceeding …

Read More about How Long To Let Oil Drain
2020 Ford F-250 pickup truck at a dealership in Halifax's North End

What Does “Built Ford Tough” Mean? [Connect with the Ford Spirit]

If you’ve been around cars for any length of time, you’ve probably seen or heard Ford’s motto: Built Ford Tough. This slogan often comes at the end of an amazing commercial showcasing Ford’s latest automotive development, and it leaves a significant impression every single time. But what exactly does this famous slogan mean? We did …

Read More about What Does “Built Ford Tough” Mean? [Connect with the Ford Spirit]
Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV, What Is A High-Profile Vehicle?

What Is A High-Profile Vehicle?

If you’ve been driving for some time, you’ve probably seen signs on the highway that mention something about high-profile vehicles. But if you’re like most people, you might not know exactly what this term refers to. If you’re a safety-inclined motorist (and you should be), you’ll likely want to learn more about high-profile vehicles, as …

Read More about What Is A High-Profile Vehicle?
man using his phone while driving in the rain, What Is Negligent Driving

What Is Negligent Driving?

Whether you’re a newly-licensed driver or have been on the road for decades, you’ve probably heard the term “negligent driving.” But what exactly is negligent driving? We did the research to find out what this term means. The legal definition of negligent driving varies from state to state. But generally speaking, negligent driving is the …

Read More about What Is Negligent Driving?