What is an Alternator and How Does it Work?
Curious about your car’s alternator? Read on for an inside look at what an alternator is and how it works.
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Is Remote Start Bad for Your Car?
Some people think that remote starts can cause damage to your vehicle. Learn more about remote car starters and their benefits.
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9 Items to Include in an Emergency Car Kit
Make sure your vehicle is prepared in case of an emergency, with these 9 items.
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Common Car Smells and What They Mean
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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Checklist of 10 Things to Clean in Your House
The dirtiest items in your home might not be what you think. Beyond just dirt and grime, germs can also build up in out-of-the-way areas in your kitchen, bathroom and even your office. Check out the slideshow below for the top 10 places in your home that you might not clean, and get house cleaning...
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What Kind of Damage Can a Hurricane Cause?
In any given year, weather disasters can result in billions of dollars of damages. During hurricane season, affected properties can expect to see flooding, broken windows, downed power lines, leaking roofs and more. Hurricanes in particular create strong winds that are capable of uprooting trees and debris, which can fly around and damage properties of...
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What to Do If Your Windshield Is Leaking
Signs of a windshield leak Windshield leaks can be a real frustration for drivers. You may be able to recognize some of the common signs of a leak, such as the odor of moisture, fogged-up windows, rust stains or wet carpets or upholstery. But the frustration often stems from not knowing where the water is...
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What to Do When the Check Engine Light Comes on
The dashboard of a car is full of mysterious lights that run the gamut from warning to a friendly reminder. Most of these lights remain dark most of the time, and when they do emerge, few people understand all of them. The check engine light is cardinal among these cryptic signals, with many possible reasons...
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5 Low Maintenance Exotic Pets
The phrase “exotic pets” brings up a plethora of associations, many of them negative. Illegally sourced monkeys, baby tigers, Burmese pythons let loose in the Everglades, these are just a few of the headlines that come to mind. But the truth is that these are just the most publicized examples of exotic pets. There are...
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Are You Ready for an Electric Vehicle?
Where once it felt like a far off promise of modern technology, nowadays owning an electric vehicle is a very real option. From environmental benefits to comparative costs of fuel, there are many factors to consider when deciding if your next car will be an EV or not. “There’s a lot to consider,” says Lauren...
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How to Winterize a Boat
A boat needs a lot of tender loving care, even when it’s going to be out of the water for the winter. Properly caring for your boat can be very cost effective in the long term, because you’ll avoid needing to pay for expensive repairs like broken exhaust manifolds, or worse, replacing an engine. Even...
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7 Reasons Why Gas Prices Go Up
Driving can be expensive. Between buying or leasing the car itself, maintenance, and insurance, it can be enough to make some consider the bus. Choosing your insurance wisely can help that a lot, and you can always practice safe driving and precautionary measures that minimize maintenance costs, but some expenses, such as gas, are harder...
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When to Replace Your Tires
New tires are an inevitable expense, but telling when it’s time to get new tires may not be widespread knowledge to all drivers. Conflicting information from friends and family, from what you read online, etc. may make diagnosing your tire situation a dubious task. Here are the five telltale signs you should check to determine...
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Fireplace Safety Tips
As the weather gets colder and your fireplace becomes more than a decorative focal point, be sure it’s up for the task of keeping your family warm and toasty – and safe. Our list will help you keep track of proper maintenance and make sure your fireplace is ready for regular use this winter. Inspect...
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Tire Buying Guide: How to Choose Tires
Buying new tires can be a confusing chore. What do all those numbers mean? Should I go with winter tires or all-season? And, of course, how do I know when I need new ones? Taking care of your tires and maintaining good driving habits can help extend the life of your tires, but eventually you’ll...
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