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Replace Spark Plug Wires in 5 Easy Steps

Worn spark plug wires and boots can start to leak voltage to nearby engine parts, causing arcing and creating performance problems. Here’s how to replace them before that happens.

The Super Easy Trick for Defrosting Your Windshields

Learn how to defrost windshield quickly and efficiently this winter with one creator's helpful trick.


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How Often To Change Synthetic Oil

Synthetic oils contain chemically modified compounds and high-quality base oils. That means synthetics can go longer between oil changes.


How Does the EV Tax Credit Work?

The new incentive program makes electric "clean" vehicles more affordable than ever for environmentally concerned buyers. Here's how to take...


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5 Tips for Charging Your Electric Vehicle in Winter

Cold weather weakens an EV battery, increasing recharging times and lowering driving range. Here's what you need to know.

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How To Install a Window or Vent in Your Van or Camper

Feeling a little stuffy inside your adventure or work van? Here's how to transform your space with a window.


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How to Clean Crevices in a Car

How often do you clean the inside of your car? This is one chore that drops off the radar. We'll...


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A Guide To Spring Cleaning Your Car

With spring comes sunshine and warmer weather, and a perfect opportunity to clean your vehicle.


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If Your Car Is Making These Noises, This Is What It Could Mean

Your car is always giving you feedback, but are you listening?


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These 9 Innovations Made Cars Safer and More Comfortable

Once thought of as science fiction, advanced vehicle technologies are improving driving safety and decreasing the number of accidents.


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What Are Cars Made Of Other Than Steel?

Your car or truck is made of extraordinary materials. Read on to learn what they are.


The 6 Best Car Snow Removal Tools of 2022

Attention drivers: These car snow removal tools will get you out of the cold and into your toasty vehicle as...


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What’s Really Holding Your Car Parts Together?

It's not just nuts, bolts and welds that keep car parts connected. You'll be surprised how many adhesives are involved!

6 Best Ice Scrapers and Snow Brushes of 2022

Make snowy and icy winter mornings less miserable with the best ice scraper. We tested these in Minnesota!


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EV Charger Types: Which Is Best?

Bringing an electric vehicle into your garage for the first time? Here's what you need to know about at-home EV...


All the Costs Of Owning an Electric Vehicle

Electric vehicles save at the "pump" and have lower maintenance costs. But are they really less expensive to own? Here's...


Tips on How To Winterize a Jet Ski

Jet skis offer hours of high-speed marine fun. With cold weather coming, learn how to winterize a jet ski properly.


How To Drain an RV Water Heater

Periodically draining your RV water heater is key to keeping it operating safely and efficiently.


Why Are Car Thieves Targeting These Two Brands?

Car theft is on the rise, and social media is fueling the trend. Is your car an easy target?


Most Frequently Asked Questions About Electric Vehicles

Lower prices and improved technology are making electric vehicles increasingly popular. If you're considering buying an EV, here's what you...


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The Essential Ice Removal Kit for Your Car

Winter brings freezing temps and ice-covered windshields. These essential ice removal tools will get you on the road faster. Don't...


How To Prepare Your Garage for an Electric Vehicle

Switching to an all-electric vehicle involves more than new driving practices. Here's what you need to know.

Electric Vehicle Maintenance: What’s Different?

Electric vehicles require less maintenance than their gas-burning cousins. But as long as it has four wheels, all vehicles need...


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What Does a Red or Yellow Dot on Your Tires Mean?

If you had new tires installed recently, red and yellow paint dots on the sidewall are perfectly normal. Here's why...


This Car Air Freshener Makes Your Ride Smell Brand New—And Has Over 31,000 Amazon Ratings

This bestselling air freshener spray makes even the grossest cars smell brand new!


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Why Don’t Both of My Car’s Battery Terminals Have Covers?

With the negative car battery terminal connected to the frame, covering only the positive battery terminal minimizes the dangers of...


Should You Clean Glass Surfaces with Shaving Cream?

Looking for a better way to clean glass? This TikTok hack offers a solution, so we tried it out.


Can This Cheap Glass Cleaner Get Stains Out of Your Car’s Upholstery?

Can you remove car upholstery stains with a glass cleaner from the dollar store? We tested this TikTok hack to...