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Dashboard's a Funny Name (Instrumental Panel Warning Lights)
Every day you drive, you're sitting behind the dashboard. But how in the world did it get that name? Back in the days of the horse-drawn carriage, horses would kick up dirt and mud on the driver and p...
Published on: Feb 08, 2026
Alleviate the Creaks and Squeaks (Chassis Lubrication)
If your vehicle creaks and squeaks when you drive down the road, it may mean that some of the metal parts are rubbing against each other and need to be lubricated. Those could be parts of the su...
Published on: Feb 01, 2026
How Far We've Come (Newer Vehicle Technology)
Automotive design has come a long way since the days of the Model T, especially when it comes to safety technology. You can thank computers for a lot of the latest innovations. Here are a ...
Published on: Dec 28, 2025
Gas Smell! (What Causes Gasoline Odors)
If you've ever walked into your garage and noticed it smelled like gasoline, pay attention. Gasoline can be dangerous, both from the health problems fumes can cause and the fire danger gasoline presen...
Published on: Dec 14, 2025
(Ball Joint Replacement)
Every day that goes by, our bodies get a little more wear and tear on them. Our vehicles have the same issue. The older we get and the farther we travel, certain parts start showing some w...
Published on: Oct 27, 2025
Cold Weather Vehicle No-Nos (Items to Avoid Storing in a Freezing Vehicle)
It's always easier to leave a few things in your vehicle so you'll have them on hand. But in cold weather, while it's a good idea to carry items such as a phone charger, blanket and shovel, ther...
Published on: Aug 17, 2025
In a Fog (Fogged Windows in Cold Weather)
It's bad enough in cold weather when ice and snow block your visibility. Add to that fog on the inside of your windows and you could be driving blind. So here are a few tips on how to keep...
Published on: Jul 13, 2025
Poor Reflections (Door Mirror Problems)
Mirror, mirror on the door, why is my vision there so poor? Well, you could have a broken outside rearview mirror that's disabled your blind spot vision there and endangering your ability to see some ...
Published on: Jun 08, 2025