Timing is crucial; for cooking, music, jokes, and even dating. But did you know that it’s especially essential for your car’s engine? That’s because your vehicle’s engine relies on a timing belt to remain in sync. Any error in timing can result in a loss of power, decreased fuel economy, and even engine failure. Replacing…
According to a recent Experian report, around 16% of American adults have low credit scores. If you’re one of them, you might find that it’ll be very challenging to buy something such as a new or used car because of your credit score. You might not be able to qualify for an auto loan when…
When you buy a car, you may have a lot of concerns. You may be worried about finding the right vehicle for your family, what kind of features the car has, and even what color vehicle you would like to purchase. There are also more practical things to keep an eye on. When they purchase…
No automobile should be driven with a flat tire, but you also shouldn’t let one sit in that condition, even for a day. A car’s rims aren’t built to bear the entire weight of the vehicle without support from the tires, so you risk some of the damage you’d get from driving on flat tires….
Can you do it? Is it safe? It is certainly possible to install tires that came from an SUV onto your car. As long as you use the right tire diameter for your car and the right width for the wheel cavity, whatever you choose should be appropriate for your vehicle. Make sure your choice…
Choosing tires for your vehicle can be challenging, considering there are so many types and individual options available on the market. When it comes to selecting tires for an electric vehicle (EV), the challenge becomes a little more complicated. A lot of people wonder, including existing and potential EV owners, what kinds of tires are…
Shopping for a vehicle can sometimes be a little confusing. Not only do you need to figure out what sort of vehicle you want, but then you need to decide what options you want to get with it. On top of that, there are many numbers involved in the buying process. One such number you’re…
A caliper is a vital component of a disc brake system — the most common in today’s automobiles. This system relies on hydraulic pressure to function. Calipers are located on every wheel and work to squeeze the brake pads against the rotors to slow the wheel’s spin and get the vehicle to stop or slow…
Your brakes play one of the most critical roles in the safe operation of your car during your Youngstown, Ohio, commute. They have the tremendous responsibility of stopping your vehicle, sometimes in a gentle manner and other times in an emergency. If your brakes fail, you could end up in a collision, possibly with injuries….
The terms antifreeze and coolant get used interchangeably by mechanics worldwide, which leads to confusion with car owners trying to understand the difference. To create antifreeze manufacturers create a solution called ethylene-glycol, which has anti-freezing properties. So what is coolant? Coolant is actually just a mixture of antifreeze and distilled water, typically in a 50-50…