Loaded vs. Unloaded Strut: What’s the Difference?
The time has come for you to purchase a new set of struts for your car. As you’re shopping around, you notice that there are so-called “loaded” struts available alongside...Read more
Exhaust Manifolds vs. Headers: What You Need to Know
Although the terms exhaust manifold and header are often used interchangeably, these two components are not identical, though they do serve the same basic purpose. Exhaust manifolds are typically used...Read more
Toyota Sienna Reliability and Common Problems
The Toyota Sienna is known for its comfortable interior and superb safety features. It’s one of the best bets in its segment, so much so that most of its older...Read more
Nissan Frontier Reliability and Common Problems
Since its debut in 1998, the Nissan Frontier has kept trucking on and off U.S. roads with little need for a major makeover between generations. The latest model years have...Read more
Honda Odyssey Reliability and Problems
The Odyssey’s impressive fuel economy and low ownership costs are some of the reasons why it remains a top contender in the minivan segment for more than two decades. However,...Read more
Dodge Charger Reliability and Common Problems
When you’re in the market for a reliable sedan, you can’t go wrong with a Dodge Charger. Both new and older model years have something to offer you, from high...Read more
Exhaust System Parts 101: The Basics (Diagram Included)
The exhaust system is tucked away underneath your vehicle, out of sight and out of mind, making it easy to ignore. You may not even know which parts make up...Read more
Ford Escape Reliability and Common Problems
The Ford Escape is an all-around reliable vehicle that's worth the price, whether you buy it new or used. It’s known for its exceptional handling and user-friendly controls, which lets...Read more
2021 Jeep Wrangler 392 Launch Edition Picks up $75k Price Tag
When Jeep shared details of the Wrangler 392 Launch Edition, it seemed pretty obvious that the model is going to pack power, performance, and personality. And considering everything it has...Read more
King Ranch Trim to Be Available for 2021 Ford Explorer
Ford is giving the Explorer a King Ranch edition for the 2021 model year. It will sit under the Platinum 4WD trim, making it the second most expensive variant in...Read more
Recent Trademark Filing Suggests New Feature for Ford Trucks
With pickup trucks, cargo space is important. Which is why truck beds have grown to become more than just a place to slide in loads of stuff. Nowadays, they can...Read more
Spotted: Heavily Camo-ed Chevy Silverado Prototype
There is no denying that the 2021 Chevrolet Silverado is a great truck. So great that it gives its competitors a run for their money. But like any other remarkable...Read more
Ford Recalls 80,000 Vehicles Anew Over Windshield Problems
Another batch of Ford vehicles are being recalled, this time involving 87,350 vehicles of the F-150 and Super Duty trucks from the 2020 and 2021 model years. Of the total...Read more
Ram Reportedly Cancels Dakota Revival
From the time Ford unveiled the all-new version of the Ranger, numerous reports sprouted talking about Ram's possible re-entry into the midsize truck segment. While the Jeep Gladiator falls in...Read more
Ford Revamps Escape Lineup for 2021
The revived Bronco and F-150 may be hogging the spotlight at the moment, but Ford is making sure the other models in its lineup are not forgotten. Proof: the Blue...Read more
The Top 4 Symptoms of Bad Glow Plugs
Do you have a diesel-powered vehicle? If so, it likely uses glow plugs to aid with cold starting. Over time, those glow plugs can wear out or burn out, potentially...Read more
How to Replace a Driveshaft: A Step-by-Step DIY Guide
All vehicles—except for those that are front-wheel drive—use one or more driveshafts to transfer rotational force from the transmission (or transfer case) to the differential (s). A driveshaft is essentially...Read more
Bad Knock Sensor: Common Symptoms and Testing Procedure
Your car contains what seems like an endless array of sensors, one of which is the knock sensor. Although the knock sensor doesn't get as much publicity as some of...Read more
Bad EGR Valve: Common Symptoms and Testing Procedure
Nitrogen oxides (NOx) from a car’s tailpipe can contribute to the formation of photochemical smog pollution. All modern gas-powered vehicles (and most diesel applications) combat the problem by limiting NOx...Read more
The Top 3 Bad U-Joint Symptoms: Is it Time for a Replacement?
If you have a rear-wheel drive, four-wheel drive, or all-wheel drive vehicle, its driveshaft likely contains one or more universal joints (u-joints). Because the u-joints have a tough life and...Read more
How Often To Change Your Oil Filter and Other Related Questions
Your car’s oil filter might seem simple—but it plays a vital role in engine protection. Without the filter, contaminants, such as dirt and metal particles, could reach critical internal engine...Read more
