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All cars have multiple car light bulbs to help you see and be seen in the dark. Headlights light the road ahead, fog lights improve vision in poor weather, brake lights indicate to other drivers that you’re slowing down, and turn signals let other drivers and pedestrians know where you want to go. Inside your […]
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If you own an older car, you may have thought about upgrading your headlights before. There are many reasons to want newer lights on your vehicle: styling, safety, and peace of mind typically top the list. You have several options when looking at modern automobile light replacements. Let’s examine the pros and cons of three […]
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Fall is here, which means it’s time to put away your summer tires and slap on your winter set. This is one of the easiest tasks that any aspiring do-it-yourselfer can learn to master, but it still requires the right tools, know-how, and attitude to perform correctly and safely. You’re wondering about the best way […]
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Car filters catch contaminants and prevent issues such as excessive engine wear and cabin air pollution. But filtering through the countless filter options available can feel very overwhelming.
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Putting on new wiper blades, installing a new engine air filter or replacing a headlight bulb may seem like novice DIY auto repairs, but they’re really great ways to start learning how to take care of your car. Once you graduate from these simple tasks, it’s time to get your hands dirty and change the […]
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It has been said that the Europeans invented rust and the Japanese perfected it. But our oxygen-rich atmosphere guarantees all cars and trucks will rust over time. Add road salts – Canada uses some five million tonnes every winter – for the perfect electrolyte solution to turn your commuter, hauler, or work truck into red-brown […]
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Looking to make your pickup stand out from the pack, while also adding a healthy dose of capability to go with your style statement? If you’re an off-road fan, there are a number of accessories and parts you can install that will help you go farther down the trail and look good while doing it. […]
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Several automotive fluids are critical to your vehicle’s longevity and reliability. Some you deal with on a weekly basis, others a few times a year, and still others you might not even know about. For example, the fuel gauge tells you when it’s time to add gasoline, diesel, or ethanol. Since your tire pressure varies […]
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Auto repair, whether DIY or professional, can be a dirty and dangerous business. Every time you go under the hood or under the car, you’re sure to come out the other end of the job with a new layer of grease—and maybe a nick or two. Still, just because that’s “normal” doesn’t mean you shouldn’t […]
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Rust is the enemy of any Canadian motorist. Insidious, expensive to repair, and dangerous to the safety of your vehicle, rust and corrosion are aided and abetted by our country’s love affair with road salt: a chemical which together with winter’s wet works to make Swiss cheese of your vehicle’s steel panels and suspension components […]
