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  • A set of keys sitting on the console of a car.

    Why Is My Car Clicking but Won’t Start?

    Maintenance May 22, 2023

    Your car not starting can be a hassle. Learn some of the most common reasons your car can start clicking but not start.

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    How to Prevent Car Theft

    Safety April 20, 2023

    How common is car theft? According to estimates from the National Insurance Crime Bureau, there were more than 745,000 motor vehicle thefts in the first nine months of 2022 in the U.S. [1] [2] And when citizens are targeted in the most potentially dangerous of these crimes – carjacking – the attacker succeeds in roughly...

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  • A man standing next to a car and waxing it.

    Car Waxing Guide

    Maintenance March 22, 2023

    Help protect your car by learning how to wax it with these easy steps.

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    What to Do if Your Car is Recalled

    Maintenance January 27, 2023

    An automotive recall can hit home, but the process may be relatively painless. It can be quite unsettling to discover that your car has been recalled. And it’s happening more than ever: There were over 400 recalls in the U.S. in 2022 according to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). Recently, the NHTSA issued...

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    9 Items to Include in an Emergency Car Kit

    Safety January 11, 2023

    Make sure your vehicle is prepared in case of an emergency, with these 9 items.

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  • A finger pushing the start engine button in a car.

    What You Need to Know About Push-Button-Start Cars

    Technology & Trends December 6, 2022

    Thinking about buying a push-button-start car? Here’s what you need to know before you buy.

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  • A family runs towards the car in the driveway.

    Common Car Smells and What They Mean

    Maintenance September 21, 2022

    If you’ve noticed gas, sulfur, sweet, or burning smells coming from your car that you can’t get rid of, it may be time to bring your car to a mechanic for repair. These smells could be a sign of more serious problems with your car’s engine, such as overheating. Here are some types of smells...

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    Can Your Car’s Gas Go Bad?

    Maintenance September 20, 2022

    Have you noticed your car idling, stalling or struggling to start? These are all symptoms that your car’s gas has gone bad, especially if you haven’t driven your car in a while. Here are some ways to make your car’s gas last longer and tips for how to keep your car’s gas from going bad....

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    How to Jump-Start a Car

    Maintenance June 27, 2022

    When your ride suddenly won’t start from a dead battery, knowing how to use jumper cables is a good skill to have. At first, jump-starting a car can seem like a stressful situation, but you’ll quickly realize it’s one of the easiest ways to start your vehicle. To bring your battery back to life, all...

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    The Average Life of Car Batteries and 7 Tips to Extend Your Car Battery Life

    Maintenance June 8, 2022

    Car batteries are an essential part of an automobile. From getting your car started to charging your phone on-the-go, batteries provide the zap your vehicle needs to keep rolling. That’s why it’s so important to know when to start considering a car battery change, as well as what you can do to extend its lifespan....

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    How to Keep Your Car From Overheating and What to Do if It Happens

    Maintenance May 25, 2022

    Even if you love the heat of summer, but you need to help your car keep its cool when temperatures rise. An engine that runs too hot can damage the vehicle and threaten your safety. Here are some tips we’ve compiled to help prevent your car from overheating: How to keep your car from overheating...

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    How to Use a Car Jack

    Maintenance March 14, 2022

    If you’ve ever had a flat tire out on the open road, you know that a car jack can be a driver’s best friend. If you’ve been lucky enough to avoid this misfortune, you might be wondering, what is a car jack? A car jack is a piece of equipment used to partially lift a...

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    Car Axles: What They Are and Everything You Should Know

    Maintenance February 24, 2022

    Press the gas pedal, and it goes. Hit the brakes, and it stops. But underneath the seamless design of a car there’s a lot of complexity. Many parts work together in perfect synchrony to keep your car running smoothly. One part, in particular, is important for connecting your engine to the wheels it powers: the...

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    How to Change Oil in Your Car

    Maintenance December 14, 2021

    An oil change is a routine maintenance procedure that every car, new and old, requires – but it can be a daunting task for someone who has never completed one before. Oil changes, however, are essential – they reduce engine wear, promote longer engine life and provide necessary lubrication to ensure your car can function...

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    What to Do if You Lose Your Car Keys

    Family & Life December 10, 2021

    It’s something you never want to think about but losing your car keys can happen to just about anybody. No matter how careful you are, all it takes is one second of forgetfulness to send yourself into a spiral of panic and anxiety. If you’ve never lost your car keys before, you might be surprised...

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