Your coolant plays a vital role in your car's cooling system. As it cycles around the passages in the engine and through the radiator, it removes heat from the engine and prevents it from overheating. You should always keep a check on your coolant reservoir to make...

Not many things are more frustrating than hopping in your car to go somewhere only to find that you have a dead battery. Without a good battery, you will be unable to crank your car and go anywhere. Not only does the battery power your starter to crank the car, but it...

Can you imagine attempting to drive a car without brakes? Your braking system is vitally important as it prevents you from getting into an accident every time you need to stop. Without brakes, your car would be impossible to drive. Your brake pads are one of the main...

Have you ever driven an old car without power steering or perhaps a newer one where the power steering was not working properly? You quickly realize just how important the power steering system on your vehicle is. It allows you to cruise down the highway and make...

Hearing the words 'serpentine belt' might make you think about a snake, but that is actually a part of your car. This belt is connected to all your car's engine accessories - like the water pump, alternator, air conditioning, power steering pump, and cooling fan. You...

It's something that most car owners have felt, and they get a pit in their stomach each time they do. The dreaded engine misfire. Misfires are notoriously difficult to diagnose, and most people dread them because they can lead to expensive repairs. In some cases, the...

You can picture the scenario - you're running late for work and  jump into your car to finally get on the road. You turn the key and just get a clicking sound. Uh oh! Thoughts start to race through your mind about what could be wrong with your car now and how much is...

A dead battery can leave you stranded in an instant, but there are some things you can do to avoid getting caught in that situation. With the proper battery charger, you can have your battery charged enough to crank the vehicle in just a few minutes. Depending on what...

That dreaded little yellow or orange light on the dash just came on and now you're freaking out. What could possibly be wrong with your car? Will it be an expensive repair and will I have the money to fix it? Well, it might not be a huge problem, and there are ways...

Without a properly working clutch, your car is not going to move when you press the gas. If the clutch is slipping, then your car may move sporadically causing a surging or jerking feel. This creates a serious problem that needs to be addressed quickly. A clutch...