A modern automobile is a complex assembly of tens of thousands of parts that are precisely engineered and constructed together to provide a vehicle that will hopefully be reliable over hundreds of thousands of miles and many years of use in…
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DIY Quick Fix: Changing Your Air Filters
One of the easiest maintenance tasks that even a complete mechanical novice can perform on their own vehicle is to replace your own air filters. Taking on this task on your own is an easy way to save some money while…
The Truth of German Car Reliability: Facts vs. Myths
Most people have at some point heard the phrase, “German engineering”. It is usually used in the context of highlighting cutting-edge technology, top tier quality, precise manufacturing methodologies and high performance products. While this expression has now approached meme-levels of…
Common Repairs and Maintenance for Volkswagen Golf & GTI
Volkswagen first launched the practical and economic Golf model in 1974 and then forever changed the automotive landscape with the GTI variant in 1984. The GTI was the car that brought the term “hot hatch” to the mainstream with a…
Auto Care Tips to Protect Your Ride in Rain and Wet Weather
Winter has been wetter this season in San Diego than it has been in decades breaking rainfall and snowfall records along the coast and on top of the county’s mountains. On Valentine’s Day, 10+ inches of rain fell at Palomar…
Two Minor Auto Repair Jobs Everyone Can Do
Certain types of auto repairs such as transmission and engine repair are best left to trained, certified auto mechanics. But many everyday vehicle maintenance hassles can be handled by ordinary drivers without any mechanical training. After all, you can save…
Learning To Speak Like a Mechanic: Auto Repair Terminology
Car and Auto Repair Lingo: Learn It and Love It Have you ever stopped by your local auto repair garage and listened to the mechanics talking shop and couldn’t understand what they were talking about? Every profession has its own…
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Auto Repair Troubleshooting Guide
Providing routine auto repair and maintenance for your car, truck or SUV can help guarantee its long life expectancy. By familiarizing yourself with a handful of auto repair troubleshooting tips, including transmission, brake and air conditioning repair, you can start…
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What’s Covered in Auto Repair Warrantees?
Warranties and Independent Repair. Automotive repair and warranties are one of those subjects that nearly everyone has an opinion on. If you want to liven up a debate at your local watering hole, ask a group of people how long a…
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Common Jaguar Problems and Auto Repair
With the British Royal Wedding garnering so much attention earlier this year, we thought we’d draw some attention to another British output: the Jaguar automobile. Recognized for its elegant styling and sporty options, the Jaguar has long been a favorite…
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