How To Jump Start Your Car
Learning how you can jump-start a car battery isn't difficult, but it can definitely be intimidating for first-timers. Here are a few of the reasons why your battery might have died and some tips for jumping starting your battery that will help you go back on the road...
How to be Green When Repairing Your Car
As we tackle our daily routines, a lot of us consciously make small decisions that we understand make a big difference to our environment, like recycling or switching off lights when we leave the room. Every little bit counts but did you know this is especially true...
How To Protect Your Car From Potholes
If you do hit a pothole, take a minute or two, as soon as it is safe to do so, to visually inspect your vehicle and make special note of any damage to the tires. If you see any damage or seem like your vehicle just isn't driving the way it normally does, visit your...
How To Prepare for a Road Trip in 10 Minutes
Getting your car ready for a road trip can take as low as 10 minutes. Here is a quick road trip checklist in order to help ensure your vehicle's safety and reliability for your travel: Check all fluids like engine oil, power steering, brake, transmission, and...
Are Your Tires On Their Last Leg
First, there's the sound, a loud "POP, whssssssh!" Then, you're startled due to the fact that your car is hard to control (otherwise completely uncontrollable). You grab the wheel with white knuckles and guide your car (which is now behaving like a barge in the middle...
Common Radiation Questions
Your radiator is essential for maintaining a safe operating temperature in your engine. Without a radiator, a running engine can overheat to the point where parts fuse and break, which can completely total your engine. So, simply put, it's crucial to maintain your...
What Does Transmission Fluid Do?
Your transmission is a crucial component of your engine. And your transmission fluid is necessary to keep transmission gears flowing smoothly. Without sufficient transmission fluid, your car can fail to perform as it should. Meanwhile, with the proper amount of fluid,...
What Do You Do When You Get a Flat
Flat tires are dangerous and intimidating. Whether you've changed a tire or not, going through the motions of experiencing your tire blow while driving on the road is something we hope you never need to experience. But, there is a chance you will need to change a flat...
Driving Safely When It’s Raining
Driving in heavy rain is never enjoyable, visibility can get bad, traffic gets slow and it can turn a nice drive into a stressful experience. If you suddenly find yourself driving during bad weather it’s important to adjust some of your driving methods to accommodate...
Are You Prepared For A Vehicle Breakdown?
Car breakdowns are one of the most dreaded things to happen, and off course they always seem to happen at the worst possible time. Car breakdowns are frustrating, stressful and annoying. They’re also the most common type of problem on the road. Here's some tips that...