Under the Hood
Dive into the intricacies of car ownership, maintenance, specs, and beyond. It's time to look under the hood of our favorite vehicles.
The Importance of the Tire Covers
Tire covers have progressed toward becoming somewhat of a style announcement, and many overlook the main reason for having a spare tire. Here are the reasons it’s so essential to have a tire cover, but recall that if you are covering up an awful tire, what good is it going to accomplish for you?
Naomi ManningPublished 5 years ago in WheelThe Importance of Auto Inspections Before Buying a Vehicle and How to Get It Done?
So you are planning to purchase a second hand car? That’s great but you should know that it is strongly advised that you get the car in question inspected before you make any purchase decisions. The fact is that there are quite a few unscrupulous auto dealers who would be quick to sell you a lemon while promising out loud that it happens to be a fantastic car. So, if you do not want to end up with a lemon or a poorly performing car, then you would take a certified auto mechanic who can review the car, inspect it in detail and then provide you with their valuation. Read on to know more.
Lauren WilliamsonPublished 5 years ago in WheelCar Modifications that You Should Consider Getting Done
Whether you are driving an old clunker or a brand new car, chances are that you would like to change a few things around. Maybe the Ford Fusion you are driving around is an outdated model and you may want to spruce up a few things to make it look more trendy or to get more space on the interior or even to add more functionality to the model. You could have any number of reasons for wanting certain car modifications to be carried out, but check out some of the important ones that you may want to consider getting done, in the near future.
Lauren WilliamsonPublished 5 years ago in WheelTop 10 Auto Mechanics Books to Teach Yourself
Most mechanics learned their trade through mechanic schools and trade schools like ITT Tech. It's a good thing, too. No one wants to have a mechanic that has little to no formal training on cars, right?
Buddy BrownPublished 5 years ago in Wheel10 Reasons Your Car Is Making a Grinding Noise When You Brake
If you own a car, you are going to have some issues with it eventually. One of the issues that comes up frequently is your car making a grinding noise when you brake. This is a pretty common issue that’s usually attributed to normal wear and tear.
Mike MavenfulPublished 5 years ago in WheelHow Often Should You Have a Routine Maintenance Performed?
Believe it or not, millennials are more likely than any other generation to get regular maintenance performed on their cars. This generation may catch a lot of hate for "killing" industries, but one thing's for sure, they know how to take care of their cars. So if you want to be as good of a car owner as millennials, follow one rule. Every time you treat yo’ yourself, you really should treat yo’ car as well. What I mean by this is, always be sure you're checking up on a different part of your car. Check the oil, check your tires, check fluids, breaks, windows etc. If you are always checking in with your car, you will be sure to find damage before it gets bad and breaks the bank. If that’s not something you’re into, follow general maintenance timelines for your vehicle.
Bill ShaffirPublished 5 years ago in Wheel10 Reasons Why Your Check Engine Light Is On
Whenever something goes wrong with a vehicle, the first reaction many car owners have is to start freaking out. Likewise, once that pesky check engine light lights up on the dashboard, people start presuming the absolute worst.
Bill ShaffirPublished 5 years ago in WheelHow to Tell If Your Mechanic Lied to You
It is no secret that some mechanics will invent repairs or needed buys when you go in for a simple inspection or oil change. Don't get me wrong, many mechanics are honest and can help you with serious car repairs, but some are...well, some are less than reputable. Worst case scenario, it couldn't hurt you to know when your mechanic lied to you in those instances. Sure, you can't forget that your mechanic is part of a business when your check engine light comes on, but knowing the difference between someone helping you or when they are trying to help the financial situation of their auto repair shop will be crucial to saving you money that you don't need to spend.
Bill ShaffirPublished 5 years ago in Wheel- Top Story - November 2018
10 Most Expensive Car Brands to Fix
There are certain cars that mechanics make their livings off of. The most unreliable cars you should never buy are often the ones that mechanics see in their shop on a regular basis, and will typically be the ones mechanics will warn you against purchasing.
Riley Raul ReesePublished 5 years ago in Wheel Car Features that Will Be Standard In the Future
Driving is on its way to becoming hands-free. We may be quite a ways away from driving cars that fly, but the driving experience is undoubtedly safer and more enjoyable than it was a few years ago.
Leila ParkerPublished 6 years ago in WheelMajor Changes to Car Companies You Never Saw Coming
The automotive industry is constantly evolving. The competitive nature of automotive manufacturing makes it a perfect arena for industry titans like Fiat Chrysler, BMW, and Toyota to develop new, vital, and novel technologies in their efforts to corner the car market. Some changes to car companies have come about in response to increasing safety concerns, while others have come about as a result of unexpected technological developments. Here are some of the most unexpected developments in the auto industry in the past few decades.
Joseph D. N. KendrickPublished 6 years ago in Wheel10 Car Features You'll See in the Future
2018 is an exciting time to be following the world of cars. Many new and experimental technologies are announced practically on a daily basis, and car companies are becoming increasingly close to many technologies we previously considered to be out of reach. Just a few years ago, it wasn't particularly fascinating to hear what technologies car companies were coming up with. Sure, there's a new safety feature here and there, but anything exciting was always speculative, as they simply didn't have the means yet to make vehicles with such advanced features. However, the day has finally come where these dreams become reality. From simple advancements like new navigation systems and updated to game-changing technologies like fully autonomous vehicles and cars that run on renewable energy, here are ten features you’ll see in the future of cars.
Joseph D. N. KendrickPublished 6 years ago in Wheel