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The Aston Martin V8 Vantage Sportshift Transmission Issues
The Aston Martin V8 model is the official bond vehicle, with bells and whistles. While Aston no doubt oozes class and style, the vehicle will often encounter some issues, often too familiar with the model. Even 007 needs some time off to service his ‘Bond’s Mobil.’...
The Most Valuable Car of All Time
Records are broken all the time. But it's not often you find a vehicle with a 135 million EUR sticker like the 1955 Merc 300 SLR Uhlenhaut Coupe. You’ll agree that is a record that will take some time to break. The 300 SLR Uhlenhaut Coupe was sold through auction to a...
The Most Common Honda VTEC Engine Issues
Honda is a household name that has been involved in the automobile industry for as long as most of us can remember. They've made a number of successful products over the years and practiced their skills with many of them. Car engines are an example of this. Car...
What Is Causing My Car To Leak Water?
A puddle beneath the car can be disturbing for new vehicle owners, but it's not something to worry about in most cases. The culprit may be condensation from the exhaust or the air conditioning system. Is the puddle around the rear of the engine compartment? If that's...
Tell-Tale Signs Of Transmission Failure
Early discovery of transmission issues can save you big bucks in repair bills. Transmission failure is not hard to detect when you’re keen enough. Don’t wish the problem away when you notice something is amiss because it will not. Visit your garage service when you...
Tire Rotation Vs. Wheel Alignment: The Difference
Tire safety is a crucial component of driving safely. If your vehicle seems shaky while driving, especially after striking a large pothole, you should schedule a tire service to ensure all is in working order. If you are unfamiliar with the car maintenance lexicon, it...
Why Am I Getting Low Fuel Economy?
Gas prices are at an all-time high, and you want your car to get as close as possible to the manufacturer estimated gas mileage figures. Your car needs attention if it is not getting quite the miles-per-gallon it should be, or its fuel economy has reduced...
Addressing Hydraulic Power Steering Issues
If you notice it's becoming increasingly difficult to turn the steering wheel, it could be a sign that your power steering is failing. While this may not necessitate costly repairs, it is critical to have the problem addressed whenever the power steering fails. Aside...
What To Do If Your Engine Overheats
The engine is the beating heart of your car and is essential to its overall performance. When your vehicle's engine overheats, it effectively shuts down, causing permanent damage. Engine overheating is never a good thing to have to deal with when it occurs while...
Notable Signs of Worn Engine Mounts
When a vehicle's engine is running, it produces a lot of vibration. An engine mount reduces these vibrations to acceptable and comfortable levels for the vehicle occupants. If you notice an unusual vibration when stopped at a stoplight, it could be that an engine...
Ford Edge Electrical Gremlins
The Ford Edge first debuted in 2007 and since then has been one of America’s best-selling SUVs. Its versatility and affordability remain some of its strong selling points. However, some problems encountered by owners of this vehicle make us query its reliability,...
Mercedes-Benz ignition Switch Problems
A bizarre and common problem that some Mercedes-Benz owners may encounter is not getting their vehicle to start when they attempt to start their cars. This problem happens when the key is no longer turning in the ignition. It could be by any of the following: a...
The Relevance Of Vehicle Brake Maintenance
One of the systems we take for granted when driving is a car’s braking system. The braking system is arguably the most critical safety system in any vehicle today. The braking system comprises various components that must work in sync to slow down or completely stop...
Useful Tips For Maintaining Your Car Battery Health
Your car battery goes through a lot during its lifespan. Car batteries experience severe temperature fluctuations throughout their life, which over time deteriorates their capacity. Such phenomenon is usually worse in hot weather conditions where a car battery’s...
2022 Dodge Ram Warlock: Another New Wine in An Old Wineskin
The 4th-generation styled 2022 Dodge Ram 1500 Classic Warlock still turns heads and endears hearts for those who remember its heritage. The 4th generation The Dodge Ram Classic Warlock chassis was first unveiled in 2008 as the 2009 model, starting as the 1500 model....
Honda Engine Oil Dilution Problem
If you own a Honda CRV or Civic equipped with the 1.5-liter turbocharged engine, you could likely have an engine oil dilution problem. The engine oil dilution problem affects over a million Honda CRVs, and Civics manufactured from 2016. In cold weather conditions,...
Why Your Vehicle Needs Engine Maintenance
Your car’s engine health is essential to its desired longevity and optimum performance. Engine maintenance is the inspection of various engine systems vital to its operation and replacing worn-out components as necessary, as per the manufacturer’s recommendations....
Why the 2021 Ford Bronco Sport is Awesome
The Ford Bronco finally showed up in car showrooms last year (as the 2021 model) in 2 and 4 door versions after an almost 25-year hiatus as the sixth generation (the first generation starting from 1965). With styling cues taking the vehicle back to the roots, and a...
