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Cars 101

How Do Tire Pressure Sensors Work?

By Peter Nelson

Posted on Jan 26, 2023

American Muscle, Euro Cars, and Modded Hondas: Our Project Car Diaries for 2023
The Garage

American Muscle, Euro Cars, and Modded Hondas: Our Project Car Diaries for 2023

By Andrew P. Collins

Posted on Jan 25, 2023

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Cars 101

What is the Zipper Maneuver?

By Peter Nelson

Posted on Jan 23, 2023

Powder Coated Wheels
Cars 101

What is Powder Coating?

By Hank O'Hop

Posted on Jan 20, 2023

Michelin’s Pilot Sport Cup 2 Connect Is an Excellent Street Tire With Track Prowess
Accessories

Michelin’s Pilot Sport Cup 2 Connect Is an Excellent Street Tire With Track Prowess

By Chris Rosales

Posted on Jan 17, 2023

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Car Parts

How Does ABS Work?

By Peter Nelson

Posted on Jan 16, 2023

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Car Parts

Here’s How I Dealt With My Favorite Manifold’s Imperfections

By Hank O'Hop

Posted on Jan 10, 2023

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Car Parts

How To Clean Flat-Tappet Hydraulic Lifters

By Hank O'Hop

Posted on Jan 6, 2023

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Car Parts

My Wrenching Paid Off In Faster Lap Times With My 2011 BMW 128i

By Peter Nelson

Posted on Jan 5, 2023

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Cars 101

What is Shock Rebound?

By Peter Nelson

Posted on Jan 3, 2023

What Is a Tonneau Cover? Here’s Why You Need One
The Garage

What Is a Tonneau Cover? Here’s Why You Need One

By Chris Rosales

Posted on Jan 2, 2023

An Introduction to Tire Chains for Snow
Accessories

An Introduction to Tire Chains for Snow

By Chris Rosales

Posted on Dec 30, 2022

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Engine & Motors

How to Change Your Air Filter

By Peter Nelson

Posted on Dec 29, 2022

M12 Right Angle Grinder
Cars 101

Milwaukee M12 Right-Angle Die Grinder: A Mechanic’s Red Right Hand

By Hank O'Hop

Posted on Dec 28, 2022

Here’s What a Decade of Owning My Mercedes-Benz C32 AMG Has Cost Me
Maintenance & Repair

Here’s What a Decade of Owning My Mercedes-Benz C32 AMG Has Cost Me

By Kristen Lee

Posted on Dec 28, 2022

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Accessories

What Tools Do You Need to Work on Cars?

By Peter Nelson

Posted on Dec 27, 2022

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Cars 101

Here’s How To Measure Pushrod Length in a Fixed Rocker Engine

By Hank O'Hop

Posted on Dec 26, 2022

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Cars 101

What is an EGR System?

By Peter Nelson

Posted on Dec 23, 2022

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Motorcycles

Buying a Used KTM Motorcycle in Mexico Was Pretty Easy. Here’s What I Learned

By Robert Bacon

Posted on Dec 23, 2022

BFGoodrich’s Mud Terrain T/A KM3 UTV Tire Puts All To Shame
Tires

BFGoodrich’s Mud Terrain T/A KM3 UTV Tire Puts All To Shame

By Jonathon Klein

Posted on Dec 22, 2022

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Cars 101

My 1969 Dodge Charger Stopped Breaking Down Long Enough for Me To Think About Paint

By Hank O'Hop

Posted on Dec 21, 2022

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Car Parts

Here’s How I Installed a Factory-Sourced Brake Upgrade on My BMW 128i

By Peter Nelson

Posted on Dec 20, 2022

Yellow Off-Road Lights Work. Here’s Why
Lights

Yellow Off-Road Lights Work. Here’s Why

By Jonathon Klein

Posted on Dec 19, 2022

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Cars 101

How To Transport a Christmas Tree on Your Car

By Robert Bacon

Posted on Dec 15, 2022

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Cars 101

Is it Better to Leave Thread Repairs to the Professionals?

By Hank O'Hop

Posted on Dec 14, 2022

The Difference Between Halogen, HID, and LED Light Bulbs
Lights

The Difference Between Halogen, HID, and LED Light Bulbs

By Chris Rosales

Posted on Dec 13, 2022

How To Change Fog Lamp Bulbs
Lights

How To Change Fog Lamp Bulbs

By Jonathon Klein

Posted on Dec 12, 2022

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Car Electronics

Best Car Alarm Systems: Give Your Ride a Security Blanket

By Andra DelMonico

Updated on Dec 9, 2022

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Motorcycles

YouTuber Builds Electric Harley-Davidson That’s Too Quiet for Its Own Good

By Lewin Day

Posted on Dec 6, 2022

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Car Parts

How To Remove and Install Car Bushings and Bearings

By Peter Nelson

Posted on Dec 5, 2022

What Is an OBD2 Scanner and How Does It Work?
Tools

What Is an OBD2 Scanner and How Does It Work?

By Jonathon Klein

Posted on Dec 2, 2022

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Cars 101

Can You Swap a Tire at Home?

By Hank O'Hop

Posted on Dec 1, 2022

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Motorcycles

Organ Donations Increase During Big US Motorcycle Rallies: Study

By James Gilboy

Posted on Nov 30, 2022

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Cars 101

A Limited Slip Differential Makes My BMW 128i As God Intended

By Peter Nelson

Posted on Nov 30, 2022

Pulsejet-Powered 1929 Harley-Davidson for Sale Has the Pipes to End All Pipes
Motorcycles

Pulsejet-Powered 1929 Harley-Davidson for Sale Has the Pipes to End All Pipes

By Nico DeMattia

Posted on Nov 29, 2022

Decorating Your Garage Like a Personal Museum Is an Underrated Pleasure
The Garage

Decorating Your Garage Like a Personal Museum Is an Underrated Pleasure

By Andrew P. Collins

Posted on Nov 25, 2022

Help, I Got Stuck In a Snowbank At My In-Laws
Cars 101

Help, I Got Stuck In a Snowbank At My In-Laws

By Jonathon Klein

Posted on Nov 24, 2022

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Cars 101

Which Engine Oil Weight Is Best For My Car

By Peter Nelson

Posted on Nov 24, 2022

Logitech Released Its First Ever Direct Drive Force Feedback Racing Wheel
Accessories

Logitech Released Its First Ever Direct Drive Force Feedback Racing Wheel

By Chris Rosales

Posted on Nov 23, 2022

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Car Parts

How Does a Turbo Wastegate Work?

By Peter Nelson

Posted on Nov 22, 2022

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Accessories

RealTruck is Currently Having Epic Black Friday and Cyber Monday Deals

By Peter Nelson

Posted on Nov 22, 2022

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Car Parts

How to Use a Fluid Transfer Pump

By Peter Nelson

Posted on Nov 21, 2022

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Tools

What Tools Should I Keep In My Car?

By Hank O'Hop

Posted on Nov 18, 2022

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Maintenance & Repair

How To Get Your Motorcycle Ready for Winter

By Robert Bacon

Posted on Nov 17, 2022

What Is a Kinetic Energy Recovery Rope?
Accessories

What Is a Kinetic Energy Recovery Rope?

By Jonathon Klein

Posted on Nov 16, 2022

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Car Parts

What Is An Intercooler?

By Peter Nelson

Posted on Nov 14, 2022

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Car Care

Here’s How To Use Silicone Sealant or RTV

By Peter Nelson

Posted on Nov 11, 2022

DeWalt Impact Wrench
Maintenance & Repair

Time to Get a Handle on Your New Favorite Tool: How to Use an Impact Wrench

By Hank O'Hop

Posted on Nov 10, 2022

My Mods Actually Made My Can-Am Maverick X3 Max Project Better
The Garage

My Mods Actually Made My Can-Am Maverick X3 Max Project Better

By Jonathon Klein

Posted on Nov 8, 2022

Best Crate Engines: Out With the Old and In With the New
Engine & Motors

Best Crate Engines: Out With the Old and In With the New

By Hank O'Hop

Updated on Nov 7, 2022

13 Essential Tools and Gear for Your Winter Car Kit
Cars 101

13 Essential Tools and Gear for Your Winter Car Kit

By Jonathon Klein

Updated on Nov 4, 2022

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Engine & Motors

I Installed a Major Junkyard Upgrade on My BMW 128i

By Peter Nelson

Posted on Nov 4, 2022

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The Garage

This LS-Swapped Porsche 911 Transcends Tuner Communities

By Peter Nelson

Posted on Nov 3, 2022

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Maintenance & Repair

How the Mods on My BMW 128i Helped Me Set a Personal Best Lap Time

By Peter Nelson

Posted on Nov 1, 2022

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Cleaning & Detailing

Meguiar’s Announces Three Killer New Products at SEMA

By Hank O'Hop

Posted on Nov 1, 2022

How To Transport Gasoline Safely
Cars 101

How To Transport Gasoline Safely

By Peter Nelson

Posted on Oct 31, 2022

Would You Buy These Knock-Off TE37s From Amazon?
Car Parts

Would You Buy These Knock-Off TE37s From Amazon?

By Jonathon Klein

Posted on Oct 28, 2022

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Cars 101

How Autumn Weather Contributes to Your Car’s Downfall

By Peter Nelson

Posted on Oct 26, 2022

Want To Put a Racing Harness in Your Car? Read This First
Cars 101

Want To Put a Racing Harness in Your Car? Read This First

By Peter Nelson

Posted on Oct 26, 2022

Your Suggested Fix For My Can-Am Maverick X3 Project Worked
Maintenance & Repair

Your Suggested Fix For My Can-Am Maverick X3 Project Worked

By Jonathon Klein

Posted on Oct 25, 2022

Gold Tape and a Turbo Blanket Improved My Honda Civic Type R’s Responsiveness
Maintenance & Repair

Gold Tape and a Turbo Blanket Improved My Honda Civic Type R’s Responsiveness

By Chris Rosales

Posted on Oct 24, 2022

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Maintenance & Repair

Swapping My BMW’s Wheel Bolts for Studs and Lug Nuts Made Life Easier

By Peter Nelson

Posted on Oct 24, 2022

Relocating the Honda Civic Type R Throttle Pedal Is a Must-Do Mod
Maintenance & Repair

Relocating the Honda Civic Type R Throttle Pedal Is a Must-Do Mod

By Chris Rosales

Posted on Oct 20, 2022

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Cars 101

Five Examples of Easy Car Maintenance That’s Annoyingly Complex on Modern Cars

By Peter Nelson

Posted on Oct 20, 2022