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7 Signs That Your Car Needs Maintenance

How do you know when your car needs service? In this blog post, we'll go over seven symptoms that indicate your car needs some TLC and how to take good care of it to keep it running for years!

What is the Most Cheapest Way to Pay for Auto Repairs?

by Jean-Claude Landry

When car repairs are involved, Murphy’s Law always kicks in—your car will always break at the worst possible time. Here are affordable ways to help you pay for auto repairs!

Most Expensive Car Repairs (And How to Avoid Them)

by Chad Ina

Some car parts are more expensive than others to replace, and the difference can be substantial — here's how to avoid them!

Basic Car Maintenance Checklist

by Chad Ina

There's no better way to extend you car's overall lifespan than performing regular maintenance. Here's what you should keep an eye on!

How To Polish a Car — Step by Step Guide

by Jean-Claude Landry

Paint polishing can return the original shine of your car, making it look new again. However, car body shops are charging a fortune for polishing nowadays, making it inaccessible to most people. Fortunately, with our step-by-step guide, you can learn how to polish your car’s paint and save a ton of money in the process.

Use a Pressure Washer the Right Way Using These Simple Steps

by Nikolce Nikolovski

Cleaning your car with a pressure washer may seem like a straightforward task, but doing it the right way is crucial to keep your paint last longer. Fortunately, the steps are quite simple and easy to follow, yet they will ensure a pristine exterior with no damage to the body. Let’s dig in!

Remove the Scratches From Your Car Using These Simple Techniques

by Jean-Claude Landry

Is your car paint full of micro scratches, and you started thinking of repainting it? There is a quicker and cheaper way to do that — it includes several simple steps and a few hours of your time. With our expert guide, your car will look as good as new in no time!

Warning Signs of a Worn-Out Timing Belt

by Jean-Claude Landry

Timing belts are quite inconvenient, as they need to be replaced every 60,000 miles. However, some warning signs can tell you when to replace the timing belt, and in this article, you’ll find every single one. To spice things up, we also prepared an explanation of what timing belts are and why they are essential.

Hands On: Innova OBD2 Scanners (5210 & 5610)

by Chad Ina

If you’re a DIY mechanic or just someone wanting to identify and better understand vehicle problems before taking it to the local repair shop, an OBD2 (or OBDII) diagnostic tool (or scanner) is almost necessary. What is an OBD2 Scanner? An OBD2 (on-board diagnostics – generation two, post-1996) scanner is a device that can read, … Read more

Hands On: Audew Portable 12V 150 PSI Air Compressor

by Chad Ina

It’s wintertime, and that means the wife will be reminding me soon that the TPMS (tire pressure monitoring system) lights in her car are alive and well. See, when it gets colder outside, tire pressure can decrease by about 1 PSI (pounds per square inch) for every 8-10 degrees the temperature drops. Of course, normal … Read more