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Help! Why Won't My Car Start?

Help! Why Won't My Car Start?

3rd May 2016

While modern cars may be a marvel of engineering, their complexity means hundreds of potential problems. At any moment, something could go wrong. But a car that won’t start? That’s perhaps one … Read More...

Cracked Exhaust Manifold: Now What?

Cracked Exhaust Manifold: Now What?

3rd May 2016

Have you noticed a crack in your car's exhaust manifold? The exhaust manifold plays an important role in the exhaust system. It's used to collect gases from the cylinder head, transporting them down a … Read More...

Only 1 in 31 Cars Have 'Good' Headlights

Only 1 in 31 Cars Have 'Good' Headlights

28th Apr 2016

How bright are your car's headlights? According to a recent study conducted by the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS), only one of the 31 different cars it tested had good headlight.For its … Read More...

5 Signs that Your Spark Plugs are Going Bad

5 Signs that Your Spark Plugs are Going Bad

20th Apr 2016

Although small in size, spark plugs play a key role in the function of a car's engine. When you turn the ignition, it causes these plugs to spark (hence the name); thus, igniting the fuel and creating … Read More...

Understanding Motor Oil Viscosity

Understanding Motor Oil Viscosity

19th Apr 2016

For the average car driver, the terminology used within the car industry can be equivalent to a foreign language. Your mechanic will sometimes try to break things down for you, but at the end of … Read More...

Why is My Car Low on Coolant?

Why is My Car Low on Coolant?

13th Apr 2016

Coolant plays a key role in the overall function of a car's engine. Often featuring a mixture of water and antifreeze (known as 50/50), it works by absorbing heat produced by the engine, transporting … Read More...