Car Maintenance

For most motorists, the relationship between their vehicles and themselves is multi-faceted. In most cases, people appreciate their vehicles because of the mobility and the sense of freedom and...

Want to get the most out of every tank of gas? Want to spend less of your hard-earned money on gas? Keep reading and I'll show you exactly how to do just that!

Restoring a car involves redoing every part of the vehicle, including the gas tank. Many times, old vehicles have rusty gas tanks that don't appear to be salvageable. Fortunately, there are lots...

Every now an then, you may find it necessary to remove your motorcycle's gas tank and keep it in storage for a while. Perhaps you are rebuilding your bike or you are effecting a repair that takes...

Looking for a way to increase your gas mileage? Don't have money for a new fuel efficient car? Well if that's the case don't worry because here are some cheap and easy things you can do to...

You do not need to be a mechanic to save money operating and maintaining your car. If you follow a few simple suggestions, you will exceed the current life expectancy of your car.

If your car seems to be losing power or begins to stall out, especially when you press the accelerator, you may have a problem with your fuel filter. Fuel filters are one of the easiest car parts...

You should make changing the fuel filter part of your annual maintenance on your Pontiac Sunfire. This will help prevent problems caused by a dirty or clogged fuel filter. A bad fuel filter can...

If your Jetta has not been performing with the power that you expect of it, or if it has developed a pattern of stalling or hesitating when you give it gas, then you need to change the fuel...

Only cars registered in certain Pennsylvania counties must pass both an annual safety and emissions inspection. These inspections are performed by private garages that have been certified by the...

Chevy Astro vans have the fuel pump located inside the gas tank. This is the primary reason why the design of the gas tank allows for it to be removed with relative ease compared to other styles...

With the price of gas so high and rising it is crucial that drivers get the most out of their gas purchases. Here are a few rules that if followed will maximize your car's fuel mileage.

Gas tanks need removal for various reasons. They can become contaminated with water or some other substance, in which case they have to be removed and completely flushed out so that no damage is...

The EPA tests vehicles in a laboratory setting to determine estimated gas mileage for city and highway driving. The city mileage estimate is for driving in stop and go traffic whereas the highway...

Fuel injectors replaced the carburetor in newer vehicles as a means of supplying gas to the engine. Using pressure, the fuel injector injects pressurized gas into the intake manifold, where it is...

A simple way to get your rotary engine to start after its been flooded ( too much gas).

With gas prices spiraling out of control, we are looking at all different ways to save fuel. There are many ways that you can conserve and save money. You can go out and buy a more fuel...

Gas tanks become rusty when they have sat for a long period of time without being full of gas. The air inside the tank draws moisture and causes oxidation on the walls of the tank, which...

If your fuel gauge has been misbehaving, then it may be time to replace the sensor in the gas tank. Inaccurate readings, showing that the tank is always full (or empty) are sure signs that it is...

Contrary to popular belief, gasoline does in a sense "go bad." When storing your Harley Davidson for the winter, fuel should be drained from the tank so as not to damage the workings of your...

American automaker Ford has produced the Escape sport utility vehicle since 2001, with the hybrid version arriving for the 2004 model year. While offering increased fuel economy and a long list of...

People talk about your gas mileage all the time, but how do you figure out what the average gas mileage you get is? Over time, gas mileage can fluctuate depending on how well the vehicle is taken...

Expensive gas causes driver's to contemplate improving their vehicle's mileage. The Ford Explorer is an SUV introduced in 1991 to take the place of the Ford Bronco. According to Fuel Economy.gov,...

If too much rust accumulates inside a gas tank, it can reduce your vehicle's efficiency in burning fuel. According to the website Modern Muscle Cars, rust can clog the gas lines leading to the...

Most of us have driven a hoopty or two in our lifetime. Maybe your gas gauge went out and you can’t afford to fix it at the moment. Ever wish you knew how to calculate your speed without a...

If your vehicle has a diesel engine, you can employ some techniques to help improve your gas mileage. Diesel engines are commonly equipped in larger trucks and tractor trailers, but they can be...

A fuel leak from a gas tank can not only be costly but can be very dangerous if the leak were to catch on fire. Several things can cause a gas leak including rusting of the straps holding the...

Don't worry; it's not your fault. This kind of thing happens; fuel tanks crack. It's time to stop obsessing over the problem; it's time to fix it. Do not skip ahead just yet. Before fixing the...

With today's high gasoline prices, you need to take steps to maximize your mileage and reduce the pain at the pump. Follow these steps to boost your gas mileage and you'll save some bucks.

A stock 2008 4WD Toyota Land Cruiser gets an average of 13 miles per gallon in the city and 18 miles per gallon on the highway. The numbers are not very high, so you can take some measures to...

I will explain how to keep you're vechicle in top shape and save money on gasoline. Only people who have basic car knowledge should do this, but anyone can learn how to do these things which i...

Improving gas mileage on any vehicle is very easy and takes little time and effort. The Dodge Ram delivers 16 miles per gallon (MPG) in the city and 21 MPG on the highway for the V6 version; but...

Recently the boys (ages 11 to 14) and I piled into a car and drove ten hours from Detroit to Washington D.C. Here's how we did it without killing each other.

An average 2009 Jeep Cherokee (depending on whether it's front- or rear-wheel-drive and the size of the engine) ranges in gas mileage from 12-16 miles per gallon in the city and 18-21 miles per...

The Prius is Toyota's best-selling gas-electric hybrid vehicle. These vehicles get an EPA estimated 50 miles to the gallon. But some drivers have found ways to get as much as 70 miles per gallon....

Saving money on gas is a common worry among the general population. Saving the environment and breathing clean air is also an important issue. Keeping your gas cap on and tight can help to relieve...

Most cars on the road emit a lot of harmful gases into our environment. It's more of a cumulative problem than an individual problem. Because so many people all over the world drive their cars...

A car's throttle body generally requires very little maintenance, and many cars can run well over 100,000 miles without a throttle body cleaning. However, thoroughly cleaning the throttle body...

In their most basic form, gas springs are essential simple mechanical systems. The main components of a gas spring---rods, pistons, tubes and gas---interact with one another to absorb shocks and...

An engine is powered by millions of tiny explosions. First a cylinder is filled with a mixture of gas and fuel, then that mixture is compressed and ignited, causing it to explode and push the...

Ok so you missed the cash for clunkers program, and yes you see the gas prices on the rise yet again. So unless you're ready to start riding the bike or power walking everywhere you better work...

Everyone who owns a car knows gas is going up!!! Here are several ways you can increase gas mileage without any serious modifications to your vehicle. Proper maintenance on your vehicle is the...

Just about everyone has heard of the notion that putting sugar in a gas tank will destroy a car engine. But is it really true? While putting sugar in a car's gas tank won't always destroy an...

In this economic environment, we all need to lower expenses where we can. One area where this can be done is by saving on gas costs for your car. There are a few simple in which we can get a...

Most newer car manufacturers have increased the amount of miles you can drive between oil changes. They can vary between 3000 and 7000 miles. Older cars, may burn more oil, or they may burn...

Pressure testing is one of several ways of evaluating the structural integrity of vessels, conduits, mechanical equipment such as pumps and valves, and process equipment such as heat exchangers...

Gas springs provide a number of benefits in automotive, marine, industrial and domestic springing applications, especially wherever controlled damping is required. Whether displaced in tension or...

The gas filter, or fuel filter, on a Ford F-150 is responsible for cleaning the fuel before it enters the engine. Contaminants can enter the fuel system through the gas tank. This happens because...

Whether you drive a car, truck or motorcycle, if you really on gas to get around, your gasoline tank is going to get dirty, on the inside as well as the outside. Getting rid of rust isn't the only...

I think most of us are familiar with the ill effects that excess water buildup in your car's gasline or gas tank can have. Your car may run slower, jumpier or sometimes not even start at all. By...