Seeing your check engine light come on is something every car owner dreads. This warning light can come on for a number of reasons, ranging from minor problems to serious engine issues. Before you assume the worst, you should become familiar with … [Read more...] about 6 Reasons Your Check Engine Light Is On and How to Fix It
Having a problem with your car's transmission can be an absolute nightmare. In some cases, as a former mechanic, I advised people to buy a new car rather than replace or repair their transmissions. Of course, some cars are more expensive than others … [Read more...] about 12 Cars with the Most Expensive Transmission Repairs
Your car's brakes are arguably the most critical safety feature. As a former mechanic, I saw many drivers ignore some of the warning signs of serious brake issues. This not only puts the driver at risk of an accident, but it puts everyone else on the … [Read more...] about 6 Scary Brake Issues That Drivers Miss Until It’s Too Late
No car is without its problems. Unfortunately, car trouble can pop up at any moment and, in an emergency situation, there are some things you should know that can save you a lot of stress. That said, there are certain car repairs every driver should … [Read more...] about 5 Car Repairs Everyone Should Know for Emergency Situations
Discovering that your car is in need of repair is never fun and sometimes it can be expensive. It's not uncommon for people to try and fix it themselves to save some money. While some car problems can be DIY fixes, others should be handled by … [Read more...] about Mechanics Hate When You Try To Fix These 5 Car Problems
I worked in an auto shop in some capacity for about 15 years of my life. Some of the shops were fantastic. We had a good reputation to uphold. Others would try to get away with shotty work and I'd usually leave as soon as I saw something I didn't … [Read more...] about Tired of Bad Mechanics? Here Are 8 Signs You’ve Found the Right One
As a former mechanic, I've seen a lot of things go wrong with cars. Believe it or not, your battery can cause a lot of car problems that you may not have realized before. Your vehicle's battery does more than just power on the engine and keep the … [Read more...] about 10 Weird Car Problems You’d Never Guess Are Caused by Your Battery
If you notice white smoke coming from the exhaust of your car, it can be incredibly alarming. It's true that white smoke from your exhaust isn't always the sign of something serious, but sometimes it is. So, you should have a good understanding of … [Read more...] about 7 Reasons Why You’re Seeing White Smoke From Your Exhaust
