Maintenance

A big storm has blanketed local mountains with a fresh coat of snow and you're itching to go for a winter drive. How do you know...

Wet or icy roadways, a lack of preparation, and stress on your vehicle all increase the chances of a dangerous situation en route...

by Tony Molla, ASE Master Technician Nothing makes visiting relatives and friends easier than an SUV, especially if it has all-wheel...

Anyone who has ever visited big cities during the holidays knows the frustration of finding a parking spot. Wouldn’t it...

Autumn wildlife migration throughout North America puts us at risk, especially during evening hours when critters typically are...

Winter weather and driving conditions can turn small mechanical or maintenance issues into big problems. “Regular maintenance...

Florida troopers and other state emergency crews sprang to action in August as Hurricane Isaac spun madly toward their state....

You are dropping off your teens at school and slow down your car as you approach a crowded turnout. As you push on the brake pedal...

Those first autumn rains often create slick road conditions. Oil and grime that soaked into asphalt during the summer resurfaces...

Autumn rains have already arrived throughout North America, including drought-stricken western states. That's a problem for drivers...

Child safety seats are as varied as vehicles themselves. How do you choose one and how do you know that it’s installed properly? Also,...

As summer tapers into cooler fall weather, drivers may notice a change in their vehicle performance. The way you drive also can...

Summer vacations are over and the children are back in school. Your car has logged several thousand miles, hit some potholes and...

You’ve spent your summer acting as the family chauffeur, towing boats and trailers, driving to events and taking extended...

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You’ve been planning your summer vacation for months and made a list of things you can’t forget to do before departing....

Road crews in colorful vests sprout along the nation’s highways just about the same time as seasonal wildflowers. Construction...

You usually have options at the pump regarding the grade of fuel to put in your vehicle. How do you know which one is right for...

Summer heat can suck the lifeblood out of your vehicle's battery. How can you help prevent your vehicle's battery from failing...

Extreme weather throughout the midwest and Northern states means rough roads this spring and summer. Cracks and pits can lead...