

PARKING BRAKE VS. EMERGENCY BRAKE: WHAT’S THE DIFFERENCE?
What’s the difference between the parking brake vs. emergency brake? You’ve likely heard the terms used interchangeably because they both...


A HISTORY OF SPARK PLUGS
The history of spark plugs is traceable to the 1800s, although it isn’t certain who invented the first one. Edmond Berger, an immigrant...


BUYING A TRAILER HITCH: THREE TIPS TO MAKE HAULING CARGO EASIER
Buying a trailer hitch can increase the versatility of practically any vehicle. If you need space for a little more gear, you don’t need...


AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION FILTER: DO YOU REALLY NEED TO CHANGE IT?
Chances are the automatic transmission filter in your vehicle is something you rarely think about. In fact, it’s most likely not even...


SPRING IS HERE – MOTORCYCLE SAFETY TIPS FOR TWO-WHEELERS AND FOUR-WHEELERS
May is Motorcycle Safety Awareness Month, and warm temperatures have already coaxed many riders onto the road. Here are some motorcycle...


GRASSROOTS MOTORSPORTS FUELED BY THE 18TH AMENDMENT
When you think of auto racing, you likely think of the National Association for Stock Car Auto Racing, Indy Racing League, World Rally...


WHY DIM HEADLIGHTS AND BRAKE LIGHTS ARE STILL A HAZARD
“They still work, they’re just a little dim. What’s the point of replacing them before they burn out?” You probably know someone who says...


CAUSES OF GASOLINE SMELL IN A CAR: HOW TO IDENTIFY AND ADDRESS THEM
Do you smell gas in your vehicle when you’re behind the wheel? There are many causes of gasoline smell in a car, and some of these are...


ELLIOTT BRINGS HOME THE CHECKERED FLAG AT TALLADEGA
Chase Elliott and the Mountain Dew / Little Caesars team collected their first stage win of the season and led 45 laps en route to a...


UNDERSTANDING PERFORMANCE BRAKE PADS
Performance brake pads are often presented as a clear upgrade over the stock pads that came with your vehicle. With such a wide variety...