Knowing how to clean your engine is an important part of vehicle maintenance, and it can save you money. Tidying up under the hood helps extend the life of belts, hoses and other components. Plus, it’s easier to spot leaks, tears and other damage on a clean engine. Check out the steps below to properly...
Read more about How to Clean Your Car Engine
If not cared for, the same leather seats that make your vehicle feel luxurious can also leave it feeling old and worn out. To prevent cracking, fading, and dirt buildup, drivers need to clean leather car seats (and condition them) periodically. Luckily, keeping your leather seats clean and soft isn’t difficult. What to Use to...
Read more about The Details on Car Detailing: How to Clean Leather Seats
If you own a classic car, chances are you won’t drive it every day. In fact, if you register it as a classic car, your state will often limit how much it can be . Because you’re not driving it regularly, you may want to store your car for extended periods of time, particularly during...
Read more about How to Store a Classic Car
Few things are more frustrating than a car breakdown when you’re on a road trip. Such incidents may put your safety and your finances in jeopardy. Let’s face it, few of us are cost conscious about repairs when we’re stranded. “While many drivers think about the importance of readying their vehicle for cold weather in...
Read more about Keep Summer Road Trips Fun with These Car Safety Checks [Slideshow]
Even if you’re a veteran to the tailgating scene at football games or concerts, your first NASCAR tailgate party will probably make you feel like a rookie if you’re not properly prepared. Just as NASCAR is a sport unlike any other, NASCAR tailgating is an art and event all its own. In fact, some fans...
Read more about Tailgating Essentials to Make the Most of Your NASCAR Experience
A car is a major investment, and you want to keep your ride running safely for a good, long time. Thanks to better technology, today’s cars can last for 200,000 and even 300,000 miles. To do so, you have to keep your vehicle in top shape by having routine work done by a mechanic you...
Read more about Keep Track of Car Maintenance Scheduling
“In a race car, I feel invincible because I have all this equipment—helmet, six-point harness and safe walls around me,” says NASCAR Nationwide Series™ driver Brad Keselowski. “But when I get in a regular car, I’ve only got a seat belt and no helmet, so I don’t have that same comfort zone.” On the track,...
Read more about 5 Pro Tips for Safe Driving From a NASCAR Driver
Vintage car maintenance differs from contemporary car maintenance in a couple of ways. First, a vintage car has different parts that can’t be hooked up to a computer for diagnostics. Second, you probably aren’t driving it every day, so some of the benchmarks typically used to calculate when maintenance is due may not apply while...
Read more about Hot Rod Repair & Preventative Maintenance Tips
Home maintenance is an ongoing process. From raking leaves and replacing shingles to cleaning disposals and replacing batteries in smoke detectors, there’s always something to do around the house. The following home maintenance checklist has items you can tackle now and throughout the year to keep your home running smoothly. Monthly home maintenance checklist Owning...
Read more about Seasonal Home Maintenance Checklist
If winter weather catches you off guard and your home is not prepared for heavy snow and cold, you can experience damage ranging from burst pipes to a collapsed roof. Costs for repairs of this scale add up quickly, so prepare in autumn to protect your house during the colder months. Follow these winterizing tips...
Read more about How to Winterize a House
If you want the freshest produce possible, consider planting your own home garden. After all, you can’t get any closer to your kitchen table than your own backyard. You can cut grocery costs by growing your own vegetables, too. In this article, we’ll teach you 10 steps in planting your own vegetable garden. Do’s and...
Read more about How to Plant a Vegetable Garden
The end of your lease is approaching, and it’s almost time to move. One of the key things you might be concerned about is whether you’ll get your security deposit back. Our moving-out checklist details what typically needs to be cleaned in an apartment to help you get your security deposit returned. Review the move-out...
Read more about Apartment Moving Out Checklist: A Tenant’s Guide to Getting Your Security Deposit Back
One of the best parts about fall is the pre-game tailgate party where you can celebrate and cheer on your favorite sports team. It’s a long-standing tradition that keeps growing in popularity. Following these safety tips can help keep your celebration fun and safe. Tailgate accessories for the perfect party Having the right set up...
Read more about 8 Tailgating Safety Tips for Your Pre-Game Fun
If you’re a just-married bride or groom, you may assume the planning is over. But there are lots of logistics to help you make a smooth transition to married life. Check out our post-wedding checklist. 1. Obtain your marriage certificate A marriage certificate, or an official document that tells of the legal status of your...
Read more about What to Do After You Get Married
Discover everything you need to know about safely and securely storing your RV during the off-season from these tips.
Read more about 7 Tips for Storing an RV