At least once in a while the check engine light turns on. This could be due to some technical failure. But, what happens if you had your light ON for some time and then it turns off? Can it do that? ”The answer is Yes. When some car system fails to pass a test the check engine light turns On. … Read More

An overheated engine is every driver’s nightmare. Overheating your engine can cause so much damage to your engine that you could end up with a huge bill. Although we cannot prevent overheating with a 100% certainty, we can at least try to perform tests and stop the overheating before happening. Here are the top 7 reasons why car engines overheat: … Read More

You probably scratched your car and you don’t want your dad, mom or husband to find out. In my experience, it is better if you fix them before they find out. Here is the easiest way to remove scratches from your car paint: Wash down the area with a soapy water and a towel. Mask the area to know where … Read More

Having a non-working AC in the middle of the summer can be pretty frustrating, but also expensive. Here are some pointers that can help you identify why your car AC is not working, and how you can fix them: AC Leaking Refrigerant AC Condenser Broken Electrical Issues Faulty AC Cooling Fans Faulty AC Accumulator Filter Drier Faulty Car AC Compressor … Read More

Although very small, universal joints play a huge role. Our cars and trucks cannot drive without them. But how to know when your universal joints need replacing? Diagnosing a bad universal joint is easy: Squeaking noise when moving forward or in reverse, ‘pop’ sound when shifting from drive to reverse, vibration all throughout the vehicle when driving above 40mph, transmission … Read More

Do you hate when you hear that squeaking sound everytime you press your brakes? Even on a brand new disc, you may still hear that sound. So, why are your brakes making noise? The reasons why your brakes are making noises is because your brakes are worn out, contaminated with dirt and rust, not lubricated properly or your dust shield … Read More

All of us had problems with the car alternator at least once in a life. An alternator has a lifespan of 5-7 years or 80,000 miles. I cannot say for sure how long will your alternator lasts because it depends on various elements like, how much you drive your car, the temperature outside, do you have a garage, etc. Symptoms … Read More