A couple of things can prevent your engine from turning over. While the starter is in charge of the actual cranking, it isn’t always the problem. Luckily, you can quickly narrow it down to the starter with some simple troubleshooting steps. How to Be Sure the Starter is the Problem Before concluding that your starter
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Many daily driver cars have an Eco mode button or setting somewhere in the driving configuration. A green Eco symbol will pop on the dashboard when you hit this button. Other vehicles will automatically pop up the Eco symbol when your driving style matches a set of predetermined markers. All popular daily drivers from manufacturers
Wrapping a car in vinyl decals is a great way to change its color and appearance without spending a fortune on a professional paint job. Vinyl wraps have become more common recently, moving beyond the commercial advertising space into the private car owner market. Why Would You Use Vinyl Wrap Instead of Painting While high-quality
Most modern vehicles use light and cheap plastic lenses and covers for their headlights. Unlike glass in vintage cars, plastic fades and oxidizes over time. That is why your car’s headlights will get foggy over time. Foggy headlights are not only ugly but also a safety hazard. Your headlights won’t be as bright as they
Marijuana has a strong smell that lingers in your car for some time. Whether you smoked in the backseat or stored some weed inside, you may not want anyone to realize it. That pungent smell will put off the passengers. But remember, it’s unwise to smoke in the car and still drive. You may face
Braking should be smooth and predictable at all times. Anything beyond this is unacceptable and hints at a problem in the braking system. Something is definitely wrong if you feel some slight to major vibrations when you apply pressure on the brake pedal. ProTip: Brakes should bite smoothly and gradually. A pedal drop before braking,
Duct tape is a great way to temporarily hold things in place until you get to a mechanic or a garage. While tape can come out clean, it leaves residue and gunk, especially if you let the car sit under the sun for a while. Removing the gunk is an art. If you do it
A well-serviced vehicle should accelerate smoothly and gradually. Even though the rate of acceleration varies with power, vibrations and jerks should never be part of the story. If your vehicle shakes, jerks, or vibrates every time you get on the accelerator pedal to pick up speed, you have a significant problem that you should address
The air filter is a crucial part of your vehicle’s maintenance schedule. All ICE vehicles have an air filter before the cold air intake box, ensuring dirt and debris never get into the engine. Don’t confuse the engine air filter with the cabin air filter. Even though both need occasional replacement, they play different roles
Different states and countries have a way of marking vehicles involved in serious road accidents. In most cases, your vehicle gets a salvage title or a similar notice to indicate it was involved in a severe accident before. In most US states, you will get a salvage title when your vehicle sustains damage that requires