The door of your vehicle serves many purposes. Not only does it block sound and weather, it is also a structural component designed to protect you in the event of a crash. A door that won’t close properly is potentially dangerous. If you were to get in an accident, the door could fly open and … Read more
If you own a Ford vehicle, you’ve probably seen the “Service AdvanceTrac” warning on the dash. While there are many reasons this light may be illuminated, it is possible to reset the warning yourself. What is AdvanceTrac? AdvanceTrac is Ford’s branding for their electronic stability control system. A stability control system uses wheel speed sensors, … Read more
Road trips are supposed to be fun, but a loud ride hinders the experience. The only thing more annoying than your kids chanting “are we there yet” is a constant rattle that won’t seem to go away. Not only are rattles annoying, they can be a sign of a much more serious issue. It’s important … Read more
Exhaust systems are like musical instruments that can be tuned to give your vehicle the perfect sound. Their shape and size can even affect how your vehicle drives. Since combustion engines are big air pumps, a freer flowing exhaust will usually give you more horsepower. This is because performance exhausts are less restrictive and allow … Read more
Nothing ruins a routine oil change quite like finding metal flakes in the drain pan. Metal shavings can often be quite subtle, appearing more like glitter than the large pieces of shrapnel some people may immediately think of. Is It Normal to Have Metal Shavings in Oil? Some new engines will show a bit of … Read more
They say men grow old, but they don’t grow up. Whether you identify as a man, a woman, or a Group B rally car, we can all agree that there is fun to be had in smoking some tires down to the cords. Is it possible to do a burnout in an automatic? Absolutely. Read … Read more
Internal combustion engines turn your wheels using power generated from small, controlled explosions. These explosions generate loads of heat, and this waste heat must be transferred away from the engine block. If the engine block were to get too hot, materials in the engine could warp, crack, or melt. Coolant, Radiator Fluid, and Antifreeze… What … Read more
If you’re reading this article, chances are you’ve just washed your car. Birds seem to have a sixth sense that allows them to detect and aim for clean cars when they poop. Before you reach for your shotgun, take heart in the fact that bird poop is usually very easy to clean off the car, … Read more
Did you buy a car with the wrong politician stuck to it? Perhaps your local dealership thinks a license plate bracket isn’t good enough, so they’ve added an eyesore of a dealership sticker to the trunk instead. Whether you purchased a car with a bunch of irrelevant stickers or simply changed your taste, it’s likely … Read more
Some say “black is a hobby, not a color.” Black automotive paint is probably the most difficult color to keep clean, but it can be one of the most rewarding if you know how to take care of it. Few colors can rival the deep mirror shine you get from a well cared for black … Read more