A hood that won’t close is dangerous. I’m a mechanic, and this is a common problem. Luckily, the fix is usually simple and fast, and here it is! The most …

Replacing your own tranny could save you a bag of money, but can you realistically replace a tranny DIY style? Buckle up and let’s find out. With the correct equipment …

Love that new car smell, but I really love that showroom shine too, which makes a ton of people ask the same question. I’ve been in the auto industry for …

Cold air at idle is uncomfortable and frustrating, especially on winter mornings. Winter commuting under these conditions is a miserable experience. But not to worry, the solution is at hand …

Old cars are cool, but an old car broken down by the side of the highway ain’t. I’m a mechanic, and I’ve driven old cars most of my life. I’ll …

The blown head gasket is a real pain; some gaskets fail with old age, and others are provoked; either way, it means the vehicle can’t be used, or can it? …

The heater not blowing is no joke, I lived and worked as a mechanic in Canada for a time, and nothing could have prepared me for the winters. A good …

Brake jobs are generally one of the easier DIY chores. That’s not to say things can’t go wrong. I’ve been a mechanic for over twenty years. I know even the …

My introduction to the turbocharger was my father’s 80’s SAAB turbo, back then a turbocharged car was exciting, a little unpredictable, and fragile. Most modern cars use turbochargers to aid …

I’m a mechanic for over twenty years and I’ve worked on a ton of water-damaged cars. Most drivers don’t fully appreciate just how devastating driving a car through a simple …

So frustrating !!…CLICK…CLICK…CLICK. Just fill it already. Air-locked gas tanks are such a common problem; it happened to my wife’s car only last summer. In the end, the solution was …

Brake system air is a real pain if you don’t know how to fix it. I’m a mechanic for over twenty years and brake jobs are the most common type …