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What Happens When You Put Regular Gas In a Premium Car?
By Andrew P. Collins / Updated Aug 5, 2021

What Are Center-Lock Wheels?
By William Byrd / Updated Aug 5, 2021

How To Build the Perfect Starter Mechanic’s Garage
By Hank O'Hop / Updated Jul 28, 2021

How and When Should I Replace My Brake Rotors
By Jonathon Klein / Updated Jul 26, 2021

What To Do (And Not Do) When Your Car Overheats
By Jonathon Klein / Updated Jul 26, 2021

Here’s How To Check for Vacuum Leaks and Fix Them
By Hank O'Hop / Updated Jul 26, 2021

Symptoms of a Clogged Fuel Filter
By Tony Markovich / Updated Jul 26, 2021

Low Transmission Fluid: Symptoms, Causes, and Repairs
By Tony Markovich / Updated Jul 26, 2021

Best Power Steering Stop Leaks: Prevent the Steering Wheel from Locking Up on Your Drive
By Heather Fishel / Updated Jul 23, 2021

The Best CVT Fluids: Top Picks for Lubrication
By Corrina Murdoch / Updated Jul 23, 2021

You Can’t Make Dirty Oil Clean Again With Fifty Filter Changes
By Lewin Day / Updated Jul 22, 2021

How Does Dry Ice Cleaning Work?
By William Byrd / Updated Jul 21, 2021

What Is the Average Lifespan of An Alternator?
By Tony Markovich / Updated Jun 14, 2021

How To Winterize Your Car
By Tony Markovich / Updated Jun 14, 2021

Here’s How To Fix Tears in Those Old Vinyl Seats
By Chris Teague / Updated Jun 4, 2021

Everything You Ever Wanted to Know About Tuning Your Holley Carburetor
By Hank O'Hop / Updated Jun 4, 2021

How To Fully Remove Mold From Your Car Interior
By Chris Teague / Updated Jun 4, 2021

How to Flush and Dispose of Antifreeze
By Chris Teague / Updated Jun 4, 2021

How To Dispose of Old Gas
By Tony Markovich / Updated Jun 4, 2021

Here’s How Long Gas Lasts
By Tony Markovich / Updated Jun 4, 2021

Bringing a Trailer? Here Are The Maintenance Tips Every Driver Should Know
By Tony Markovich / Updated Jun 4, 2021

Want to Wrap Your Motorcycle’s Exhaust? Here’s How You Do It
By Tony Markovich / Updated Jun 4, 2021

Here’s How I Put In New Garage Lighting
By Jonathon Klein / Updated Jun 4, 2021

Symptoms of a Bad Fuel Pump
By Tony Markovich / Updated Jun 4, 2021

Do I Need To Replace the Fuel Gauge If It’s Not Working?
By Tony Markovich / Updated Jun 4, 2021

Let’s Find Out If Your Spark Plugs Need Replacing
By Hank O'Hop / Updated Jun 4, 2021

Carburetors Aren’t Rocket Science, Here’s How To Adjust One
By Hank O'Hop / Updated Jun 4, 2021

Failing Throttle Position Sensor: What It Means And How To Fix It
By Chris Teague / Updated Jun 4, 2021

What Is a CV Axle and What Are Its Replacement Costs?
By Chris Teague / Updated Jun 4, 2021

How To Remove Window Tint
By Jonathon Klein / Updated Jun 4, 2021

So How Much Does Window Tinting Actually Cost?
By Chris Teague / Updated Jun 4, 2021

Here’s Why Your Ball Joint Failed
By Chris Teague / Updated Jun 4, 2021

Best Motorcycle Tank Sealers: Easily Seal Pinholes and Seams
By Daniel Rika / Updated May 24, 2021

1969 Dodge Charger Project Car Update: Let’s Deal With That Floating Steering
By Hank O'Hop / Updated May 19, 2021

Car Radio Repair: Your Ultimate Guide
By Jonathon Klein / Updated May 11, 2021

The Build: How to Check Your Oil, Tire Pressure
By The Drive Staff / Updated May 9, 2021

Getting Dirty with the Gotham City Land Cruiser Club
By The Drive Staff / Updated May 9, 2021

How To Deal With Every Type of Wheel Repair
By Tony Markovich / Updated May 6, 2021

I’ve Hauled 1,000,000 Pounds of Rock in My 1966 Ford Dump Truck This Year Alone
By Caleb Jacobs / Updated Apr 23, 2021

How To Replace Brake Pads
By Jonathon Klein / Updated Apr 17, 2021

How To Change Differential Oil
By The Drive Staff / Updated Apr 16, 2021

How To Remove Your Bumper Stickers
By Tony Markovich / Updated Mar 23, 2021

Let’s Talk About Bad Tie Rod Ends And How To Replace Them
By Tony Markovich / Updated Mar 23, 2021

What Causes a Blown Head Gasket
By Chris Teague / Updated Mar 19, 2021

Timing Belt Replacement Cost: Do You Really Need To Replace It
By Chris Teague / Updated Mar 19, 2021

How to Remove Oil Stains From Your Concrete Driveway
By Chris Teague / Updated Mar 19, 2021

O2 Sensors: The Drive’s Garage Guide
By Chris Teague / Updated Mar 19, 2021

Brake Fluid: What is it and How Does it Work
By Jonathon Klein / Updated Mar 19, 2021

How to Properly Clean the Inside of Your Windshield
By Tony Markovich / Updated Mar 19, 2021

Why You Shouldn’t Drive on a Flat Tire
By Tony Markovich / Updated Mar 19, 2021

What To Expect When You’re Expecting to Replace Your Hybrid Battery
By Jonathon Klein / Updated Mar 19, 2021

How To Remove Plasti Dip Without Ruining Your Car
By Tony Markovich / Updated Mar 19, 2021

How To Diagnose a Brake Fluid Leak And Am I Going to Crash?
By Chris Teague / Updated Mar 19, 2021

How To Restore the Chrome On Your Classic Car
By Tony Markovich / Updated Mar 19, 2021

Things To Know When Considering a Transmission Rebuild
By Chris Teague / Updated Mar 19, 2021

Why Are My Brakes Grinding and How Can I Fix Them?
By Chris Teague / Updated Mar 19, 2021

How To Safely Use Jack Stands
By Tony Markovich / Updated Mar 19, 2021

Here’s Why Your Steering is Screeching At You
By Chris Teague / Updated Mar 19, 2021

Bass Not Bumpin’? Here’s What To Consider When Installing Car Speakers
By Chris Teague / Updated Mar 19, 2021

How To Remove The Doors from a Jeep Wrangler and Gladiator: The Ultimate Guide
By Chris Teague / Updated Mar 19, 2021

Here’s How To Bleed Your Car’s Brakes at Home
By Chris Teague / Updated Mar 19, 2021

How To Clean Car Seats
By Jonathon Klein / Updated Mar 17, 2021

How To Know When Your Map Sensor Is Failing
By Chris Teague / Updated Mar 16, 2021

How To Check Coolant Level
By Jonathon Klein / Updated Mar 4, 2021