How Often Should You Replace Your Car's Spark Plug Cables?
Your spark plug cables play a vital role in your vehicle's performance, but they do need to be replaced periodically. Here's what's recommended.
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Car's Automatic Windows Stopped Working? This Could Be The Easy Fix
Automatic power windows are a feature of our cars that go unnoticed until they stop working; here's a tool-free fix for non-functioning automatic windows.
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Please Don't Use Deodorant To Fix Your Squeaky Car Parts
If you've seen people on the web "fixing" squeaky car parts with deodorant, take caution. The act will actually cause more harm than do good.
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Subaru X-Mode: What Does The Feature Do, And When Should It Be Used?
Subaru is well-known for producing vehicles that come standard with AWD, but what is X-Mode? Here's what it does and when it should be used.
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Can Diesel Fuel Go Bad? Everything You Need To Know About Expired Fuel
Diesel fuel is used to power trucks, boats, submarines, and industrial and farm machinery, but how long can you store diesel fuel before it goes bad?
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Do Harley-Davidson Motorcycles Hold Their Value Well?
Every vehicle loses value once it rolls off the dealership lot. Here are some of the best Harley-Davidson motorcycles that keep their value — and the worst.
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Honda Has Entered A New Business - Launching Rockets Into Space
Honda has set its sights higher than just producing reliable cars. The Japanese brand is developing rockets and has completed a successful launch and landing.
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Can Thin Oil Cause Low Oil Pressure?
Using the wrong motor oil in your care can be disastrous, and you might be wondering if thin oil can lead to low oil pressure — and what the dangers are.
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Why Was The OG Chevy TrailBlazer SUV Discontinued, And What Replaced It?
Initially created as a trim to Chevrolet's original Blazer SUV, the Chevy TrailBlazer helped show that SUVs can be more than just suburban family-haulers.
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What Happens If You Underfill Engine Oil?
Motor oil is one of the most important components of your car and the thing you'll replace the most frequently, but what happens if you don't add enough?
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What Does TFSI Stand For, And How Does The Audi Engine Tech Work?
One of the defining features Audi engines is TFSI, featured in numerous Audi models for over 20 years. What does TFSI stand for? How does it work?
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What The P1299 Error Code Means On A Ford And How To Fix It
If your Ford has a P1299 error then you'll need to know what to do next. We explain what this error code means, what causes it and how to fix it.
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What Is An Electrified Axle And How Does It Convert Regular Trucks Into Hybrids?
Cars and trucks that use electricity for propulsion are becoming more common each year, and electrified axles are just one application of this technology.
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Why Do Some Teslas Have Panel Gaps?
Panel gap issues became a sort of a rite of passage for Tesla owners. But why do Tesla vehicles like the Cybertruck often have larger-than-average panel gaps?
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How Does Toyota's E-CVT Transmission Work? (And Which Models Come With It?)
Toyota hybrids are known for using CVT transmissions. However, modern Toyota hybrids actually use something called an e-CVT. What is it? Which models have it?
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Why Do People Put Tennis Balls On Car Antennas?
When old-school car radio antennas were a thing, you might have seen people with a tennis ball on top. Now they're less common, but still out there. Why?
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Why Do Some Cars Have Roof Scoops? Here's What They're For
It's rare but not unheard of to see a roof scoop on a high-performance car. What is the purpose of a roof scoop, and what kinds of cars have them?
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Air Suspension Systems: How They Work & Why Semi-Trucks Use Them
Everyone knows about the assembly of springs and bars that make up the typical car suspension system, but air suspensions offer a very different approach.
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What Makes The TRD Off-Road 4Runner Special & How Does Its MTS System Work?
The Toyota 4Runner is already a pretty capable off-road SUV as it is, but it gets even better with the TRD Off-Road trim level. How does its MTS system work?
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How Do Soldiers Sitting On The Edge Of Helicopters Not Fall Out
You may have seen soldiers sitting on a helicopter's edge and wondered how they don't fall out. While it looks like magic, there are several practical reasons.
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This New EV Battery Patent Claims Extreme Range & Ultra-Fast Charging (5 Minutes Flat)
Huawei, famous for making phones and other consumer devices, has announced a patent for a new EV battery with far more range and faster charging than others.
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What The Knocking Sound Coming From Your Diesel Engine May Be (And If You Can Fix It)
Diesel engines are generally noisy, but there are other noises they make under certain circumstances. What does it mean if a diesel is making a knocking sound?
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What Is The Discharge Rate Of Tesla EV Batteries & How Long Would It Take To Completely Drain?
EV batteries, like any batteries, will discharge over time. But how quickly do the batteries in Tesla EVs discharge, and when would they go flat?
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What Does EPB Stand For? The Automotive Tech Acronym, Explained
Of the many acronyms used in the automotive industry, whose meaning and relevancy can be difficult to remember, EPB is common and a quick one to learn.
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Why You Should Never, Ever Coast In Neutral While Driving Downhill
When driving downhill, you might be tempted to shift your car into neutral and let gravity do the job for you. That's not a great idea. Here's why.
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Ford F-150 Tow Package Vs. Max Tow Package: What's The Difference?
The Ford F-150 is one of the undisputed towing kings in the pickup world. It offers both a Tow Package and a Max Tow Package. What's the difference?
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Why Hidden Car Door Handles Can Be Problematic
Hidden door handles have become quite popular in recent years, but while they might look cool and sci-fi, they have some big problems that make them a problem.
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