How to do basic car maintenance at home and save money

Doing a few simple jobs yourself saves money and teaches you to spot problems early. You do not need a garage full of equipment, but you do need to know your limits: some jobs are easy, and others can be dangerous without the right tools and training. Weekly and monthly checks These take a few … Read more

How to prepare your car for a long drive or road trip

A long drive asks more of a car than months of short trips: hours at highway speed, heavy loads, heat or cold, and roads far from your usual mechanic. A check a week before you leave gives you time to fix anything it turns up. A week before If a service is almost due, have … Read more

Why does my car shake when I brake?

A vibration that appears only when you brake points almost always to the brakes themselves, most often the discs (rotors). Where you feel it and when it happens help narrow it down. Uneven rotors: the most common cause When brake rotors develop uneven thickness, the pads grip harder at some points than others as the … Read more