Cars

Compulsory third party (CTP) premiums are a type of auto insurance policy coverage that is mandated by the government of Australia. It is a type of car accident coverage that is required on all...

Every street legal vehicle or trailer is assigned a Vehicle Identification Number, or VIN, at the point of manufacture. This tracking number can be used to look up details like the original...

Axle bearings play a pivotal role in how your vehicle moves. They hold the axle in place, which allows for the free movement of the wheels as you are driving. Over time, these parts will begin to...

Motorcycle fairings, especially older sets, can easily become cracked, whether from wrecks or stretch and strain. Replacing fairings can cost an immense amount of money, so, the ability to repair...

It is important to understand how to wire lights on a trailer, as it is illegal not to have working lights on your trailer. It also helps make driving safer for you. Depending upon your trailer,...

If your Chevy Blazer has problems starting, you should test the ignition system, especially if you know the starter and fuel system are in good condition. The ignition coils are the main...

A VIN number is a unique 17-digit number assigned to every street legal car, truck, motorcycle, scooter and even trailer. This unique number can be used to search all ownership, accident and...

In this era of high diesel prices, an ever increasing number of people are using spent fry oil to fuel their diesel vehicles. And why not? It seems like a dream-come-true: Taking other people's...

Having a vehicle that is four-wheel drive can be convenient, as well as necessary, depending on the conditions where you live. It used to be that vehicles were either four-wheel drive or two-wheel...

Next to the fuel pump body is the camshaft. This camshaft rotates in order to operate the pump. As the camshaft rotates, the lever arm of the fuel pump is pushed up. This causes the opposite...

Whitewalls really dress up a big cruiser-style bike, making it stand out in a crowd and giving it a true retro look. The problem is that while clean whitewalls are a feast for the eyes and...

A DOT number (also referred to as a USDOT number) is a unique identifier assigned to commercial truck drivers. The DOT number is used to report safety concerns about the driver and for inspection...

The brake assembly on a Dodge Ram 2500 full-size truck is comprised of multiple parts. The brake pads are within the caliper, which is mounted on a bracket connected to the brake disc that is...

A manual transmission, or stick shift, has two main external parts: a gearbox and a clutch. It uses the gearbox to switch between gears. Most vehicles have four or five gears (and reverse), but...

Turn your electric drill into a powerful polishing tool by adding a polishing head. Polishing heads and polishing compounds are available to polish metal, glass, plastic and wood. You can remove...

The main external parts of a manual transmission are the clutch and the gearbox. In a traditional gearbox, the gears are arranged in a logical fashion: first and second gear across from each...

Automotive wiring has been standardized over the decades, and most cars will have "color-coded" wiring for lighting, radio, ignition, and secondary systems. This color coding makes it easier for...

Removing tint from the back windshield is a very easy process. You only need a few things to do it. It's easy because most tints don't leave sticky goo and don't cling hard to the window. The tint...

There are commonly two oxygen sensors in the 4.3 liter engine exhaust system on a Chevy truck. One is the "upstream" sensor located on the driver's side Y-pipe near the manifold and the other...

You can enhance the performance of the suspension on your Ford Expedition by replacing the shock absorbers every 30,000 to 50,000 miles. Replacing them isn't overly complicated, but it can be a...

Cleaning air vents in the Volvo's interior removes dust and vent odors. This process is safe to use even on high-end Volvo cars. Older Volvos can develop mold in the air vents because the air...

A misfire in a 3.0 Ford engine occurs for all the same reasons as any other engine that has a misfire. A misfire should be diagnosed from the simplest and most likely to the more complex. A worn...

Germany's Mercedes-Benz produced more than 30 models in its nearly 130-year history that advanced automotive technology in engine performance, chassis and body design. Many of these vehicles were...

With leases, driving a car off the lot with zero down payment is quite possible. With auto loans, it is much more difficult to drive that same car off the lot with zero down. Lease payments are...

When you're traveling a far distance or planning a trip that requires many different stops, it's best to plot out a route before you go. Otherwise, you could end up driving in circles or taking...

The Toyota Motor Corporation's venerable Camry is a mid-size car that started out as a compact vehicle in 1980 and has since evolved into Toyota's best-selling car since 1997. The 1993 model is...

The coupe, properly pronounced coupé as in "koo-pay," is generally a two-door hardtop automobile. Over the decades the meaning has changed depending on the manufacturer and how specific...

A body control module is a computer component in an automobile that checks, regulates and operates electronic devices throughout the car. When electric devices first began being used in cars and...

Just about any car you purchase will already have speakers in both the front driver side and passenger side doors. However, you may want to connect new speakers if you have ones that will offer...

Internal components on the starter motor of your 1993 Ford Mustang wear out after a long period of service. The starter armature may short or open, brushes may stop conducting current or the...

The inner tie-rod ends on your vehicle are part of the rack and pinion steering system. The inner rods help you steer the front wheels as the car is in motion or parked. However, a worn tie-rod...

The Honda Civic is a dependable, long-lasting car. Maintenance needs are low for this car. However one essential piece of equipment that needs regular tuneups is the braking system. The master...

Commercial trucks worldwide come in many versions, including the most recognizable semi-truck or tractor-trailer rig, as well as vans, buses, taxis, private hire cars, trailers and coaches....

Disc brakes work with large metal discs that turn with the wheels and are squeezed by the brake pads to stop. Over time, the discs can become worn down and damaged, especially if you leave worn...

Volkswagen automobiles are made by Volkswagen AG. Based in Wolfsburg, Germany, the automaker founded under the regime of the Nazi government in 1938 rose from the ashes of World War II to become...

One of the downsides of the Jeep Commander is a lack of storage space in the rear of the Jeep Commander. There are also odd blind spots produced by third-row seating. There's a solution to both of...

The Dodge automobile, now owned by Chrysler LLC, is named for John Dodge and his younger brother, Horace, founders of the Dodge Brothers Company in Detroit, Michigan. The brothers formed the...

All street-legal motorcycles have a unique 17-digit number called the VIN or vehicle identification number. If you know a motorcycle's VIN, you can find the original factory specs, the...

When you buy a used car from a dealership you are usually offered the option to purchase an extended warranty on the vehicle. Most used cars are either sold as-is or are covered for only about 90...

The Honda Civic has a reputation as one of the most reliable cars on the road, but it won't be very reliable without good brakes. Over time, the brake pads, which are held within the calipers and...

There is no doubt that a car with tinted windows offers a sense of privacy to its occupants but it will also prevent some sunlight from entering the car creating a cooler environment. If you...

Getting stuck or stranded with a truck that isn't working has happened to a lot of us. And while it may seem inconvenient, the best way to tow a broken truck is to call a tow truck or get it on a...

There is a fitting on the ball joints of your vehicle called a zerk fitting. Failing to grease the zerk fittings on your vehicle could lead to a major failure. Newer vehicles have sealed ball...

Leasing a car is an important decision that needs to be carefully planned and assessed. The lease rate is important because it determines what your lease fee will be. The lease rate can be...

The engine in a car produces a lot of heat, and the car can only continue to run without overheating because of the cooling system. Water or antifreeze is pumped through the engine, where it...

Fluid is forced through the openings in the valves, which happen to be restricted. Because the flow is restricted, the car springs are slowed down and rapid movement is controlled when the vehicle...

Dirt bike tires commonly become worn and need replacement. Also, many dirt bike owners may have more than one set of tires for their motorcycle, such as knobby tires for dirt riding and paddle...

One of the most important things that determines fuel-efficiency is the engine. Cars need a lot of power to accelerate quickly, but don't take nearly as much power to run once they get up to...

Taking care of the chassis of your Jeep Wrangler is important to maximize the life span of your front end steering and suspension components. If you do your own oil changes or bring it one of...

The fuel-sending unit on your GMC Sonoma is located inside the fuel tank. This unit is equipped with an arm that extends down into the tank and connects, through a variable resistor, with the fuel...