Here’s a good take on five things you should never do to an automatic transmission. It’s important to understand both, what you shouldn’t be doing, and why. Never put the vehicle in neutral when coasting down a hill. Not only does it prevent gas from reaching the engine, but you lose some control over the…

It’s good to learn a few things about vehicles that you’ve always wanted to ask someone, but never got the chance. The parking brake! Is it necessary to push the button when pulling up on the handle? And does the grinding wear out the brake? This video explains, and shows, what happens when you pull…

Here’s more of what you need to know about motor oil, and from a Shell research engineer no doubt. It actually explains something about 5W-30 oil that very people actually knew. “W” stands for winter. The #30 is the oil’s viscosity grade at the engine’s operating temperature. Of course, most people are aware that motor…

The controversial engine light! Some say it can strike fear in the very heart of seasoned mechanics. By the way, one improperly disposed of galleon oil can contaminate one million gallons of drinking water. Off topic a bit, but it lets you know how critical it is to change and dispose of oil properly. Another…

We all owe it to ourselves, and our engines, to change the oil regularly. It’s easier said than done for millions people. First, the oil filter is usually in an unaccusable place. Manufactures likely design cars that way. Second, invest in the right tools to change your oil. By the way, you have to love…

If you think you’re an expert at changing engine oil, you may want to pay attention to this video. There are reasons that, you’ll discover, that will make you pay closer attention the next time you plan to change it yourself. You have to be careful to make sure the old oil seal is removed…

A Toyota Camry oil leak is leaning oil for a reason—poor, cheap parts. You have to be careful where you buy your parts from. Apparently, Toyota puts out a superior product. In this instance, a cheap seal goes bad after 20,000 miles. You can look at the seal and tell that it was shipped flawed…

The first accident is scary because you realize that neither the truck driver or the van driver seemed to be aware. The truck driver could have had a blind spot. It appears the second accident burrowing straight through the intersection never bothered to step on the brakes. The third accident! Why would someone load a…

It doesn’t matter who you are. When you take your vehicle to the shop for repair, there’s always a fear that you will be, or have been, ripped off. The key is empowerment. Check out these timely tips that can keep you confident, and in control while at the mechanic’s shop. Before you sign on…

When an eight year old kid shows you to replace brake pads, it may be time to perk up and take notice. First, rolling the car up on a concrete or cinder block is a bad idea—a very bad idea for the obvious reasons. Let’s hope the little guy’s parent/s get real before a major…