Have you been hearing strange noises from under your car while accelerating or taking turns? Those clunks, clicks, or grinding sounds might be coming from your drive shaft. Its purpose is to transfer power from your transmission to the wheels, and when it starts making noise, it’s telling you that something’s wrong. Let’s look at … Read more
Does something feel off when you step on the gas? Maybe your car hesitates, stalls, or runs roughly at idle? Maybe it doesn’t start and you’ve ruled out the battery. Keep reading to learn the most common symptoms of a failing throttle body, how much it will cost to replace, and whether a cheaper fix … Read more
When you turn your key or press the start button, your car’s fuel system springs into action, delivering fuel to your engine at exactly the right time, pressure, and volume. This major system consists of more than just a fuel tank and pump. It’s a complex network of interconnected components. Keep reading to learn about … Read more
Few things can ruin your day quite like a key fob that suddenly stops working. You press the button repeatedly, standing closer and closer to your vehicle, wondering why it’s not responding. This frustrating scenario often points to one simple culprit: a key fob battery that’s on its last legs. Let’s look at the common … Read more
Has your brake warning light suddenly lit up on your dashboard? That glowing red or amber symbol can be alarming, especially when you’re not sure what it means. While it doesn’t always mean an emergency, you shouldn’t ignore it either. Let’s look at the most common triggers of this light, what it might cost to … Read more
Is your sun visor flopping down into your line of sight while driving? There aren’t too many things more annoying (and dangerous) than a sun visor that won’t stay up while driving. Whether it’s slowly sliding down or just completely drops, there are several reasons why this happens and multiple ways to fix it. The … Read more
Engine compression is the heartbeat of your vehicle… when it’s low, everything suffers. Low compression can transform a reliable vehicle into a frustrating problem on wheels seemingly overnight. For many car owners, recognizing the signs of low engine compression early on can mean the difference between a simple fix and a major repair bill. Related: … Read more
Adaptive cruise control takes regular cruise control to the next level by automatically slowing down or speeding up your car to maintain a safe distance from vehicles ahead. While convenient, what happens when it stops working correctly? Here are some of the most common adaptive cruise control problems you may encounter, what causes them, and … Read more
Have you ever felt that unsettling sensation when your car suddenly jerks or stutters while driving? This common issue is both frustrating and concerning and the large number of possible causes doesn’t help things. But by understanding when the jerking occurs (whether during acceleration, cruising, braking, idling, or other scenarios), you can help narrow down … Read more
That sudden rattling sound coming from underneath your car whenever you hit a bump can be more than just annoying. It may be that there’s a serious mechanical issue that needs attention. Many drivers ignore these noises, hoping they’ll go away on their own. But doing that can cause a minor repair to turn into … Read more