Vehicle Maintenance

You’re thinking of getting an electric car, which means recharging at electric vehicle or EV charging stations every so often. You’d love not having to pay at the pump anymore, but how much would it cost to recharge your vehicle? Are EV charging stations free? You can use most EV charging stations without paying a …

There are many reasons you might need to disconnect your car’s battery, but will it somehow damage your car’s computer? To help you answer that question, we have researched all of the best resources to find out how to perform this procedure and what kinds of negative consequences it can have on your car’s computer. …

Corrosion on a car battery is a widespread problem. The longer you have your battery, or the longer you go without cleaning the terminals, the more likely you are to develop corrosion on your battery. Let’s go over some of the main reasons and problems that it can cause. Several things can cause battery corrosion. …

The way your car sounds and feels should be the same every day. When your engine is running, you might feel some slight vibrations or a bit of humming. It should be soothing, not alarming. There are a lot of moving parts under the hood. A mild vibration is fine. But if your car shakes …

It’s something that happens to all drivers at some point: the dreaded check engine light shows up on the dashboard. You’re just cruising along, minding your own business, then the sight of that light gives you chills. You’ll get the issue taken care of…eventually, but for now, there’s something you need to know. Can you …

There has never been a better time to need a jump start! Have you ever had your car die in a parking lot? A crowded parking lot, so there are cars in front of you and on each side. And then your battery dies. So, you need a jump from someone, but now how are …

A car battery is the heart of your car. You need it to be healthy and strong to power all parts of your vehicle. If you’ve been driving your car for several years, chances are you will have to replace your car battery at some point. The battery might slowly start to fail or not …

You are driving your car and suddenly, you notice the ‘battery warning’ light aglow on the driver information display. Now, in order to safely handle this impending situation, you begin to wonder if a car’s battery can actually die while you are driving. It is possible for a car’s battery to die while driving. A …

Dust and other harmful particles are constantly being drawn into our cars.  Cabin air filters protect us from these things. Our heating, ventilation, air-conditional (HVAC) system, as well as engine, are protected by filters. This keeps us and our vehicle healthy. It is recommended you change your cabin air filter every 12 months or 12,000 …

Car engines always shake when they are running. If excessive vibrations are making their way into the cabin, it could mean there is something wrong with your vehicle. This issue is especially real if your car once ran smoothly, but is now shaking your fillings out. Wondering why your car engine is shaking? We have scoured …

It’s not fun to leave your parking spot in the driveway and see a gas leak coming from your car. Well, you think it’s a gas leak. You can’t entirely be sure, though. Otherwise, your vehicle is working fine, so how can you tell if your car is leaking gas? You’ll know your car is …

Squeaky breaks? Yep, we know the feeling. This seems to be a topic of great discussion! Nobody ever wants to admit it. While researching, we came across countless stories. Some of them were funny, and others were dangerous. Don’t worry; we have all been there sheepishly pulling up to a stoplight and grinning. Trying to …

Looking for information about the alternator in your Honda CR-V? You’ve come to the right place. In this article, first we will discuss the basics of alternators – what they do and how to tell if yours has gone bad. That way, you can personally identify if the problem with your vehicle is actually a …

Either something broke, or you’re planning on giving someone a super weird Christmas present this year. Either way, you found yourself wondering where you can buy parts for a Toyota Sienna online. Feeling fairly confident that this was one thing you aren’t going to be able to find at your local Walmart? 1. Amazon Surprising …

Are you looking to get the oil changed in your Corolla, and thinking about doing it yourself instead of a mechanic? Check out this how-to guide to doing your own oil change first. Keep in mind that most people have the mechanic do an oil change because it sometimes might be cheaper than a DIY …

Honda CR-V’s are one of the most reliable vehicles on the road. But even the best car will have a problem like not starting when you’re running late for work or have a trunk full of groceries. Do you know what to do when your Honda CR-V won’t start? We’ve done the research, so you …

There is almost nothing worse than your car starting to vibrate when you are accelerating. If the shaking happens once or twice it may just be road conditions. If your Camry starts to vibrate frequently when accelerating then you should figure out the reason and get it fixed sooner than later. This can be a …

Your Toyota Corolla usually runs like a dream, until the day you put the key in the ignition, and it gets stuck in there. You wriggle and jimmy the key, but it just won’t budge. Obviously, you can’t leave your car like this, but you’re also not sure what to do in such a situation. …

If you’re considering a new paint job for your truck, you’re also probably wondering how much it’ll cost. Maybe you’re looking to increase its resale value, or perhaps you just want your ride to look like new again. We’ve done all the research to give you a better idea of what this venture will cost …