There is no way to tell exactly how long a tire lasts. The lifespan and mileage of a tire depends of a combination of factors: its design, the driver’s habits, the climate, the road conditions and the care that’s put into the tires. A few milestones and tips: 1-...
1. When to Change the Oil The answer to a lot of these questions is the same: Check your owner’s manual. It should be your car maintenance and operation bible. Don’t make assumptions on the interval based on past experiences or guidance from mechanics who profit from...
Subject to tremendous friction and heat, brake pads wear down and must be replaced as part of a car’s regular maintenance. In disc-brake systems, the brake pads are the friction material the caliper squeezes against the rotating disc, or rotor, to slow the...
If your car’s air conditioning goes out on a hot summer day, your commute to work and to run errands is going to be miserable. There’s nothing quite like being stuck in a hot car in the middle of a traffic jam. If your air conditioning isn’t blowing...
A chipped or cracked windshield is not only an unsightly blemish on a car, it can be a major safety issue, auto experts say. Experts say driving with a damaged windshield risks your life and the lives of drivers around you because you are more susceptible to get into...
You can make your brakes last a long time or you can wear them out quickly. The choice is yours. Done judiciously, the following money-saving driving techniques won’t clog traffic and few other drivers will notice. If your brakes wear rapidly and these tips...
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