Motormouth explains replacing the rear tires first one last time
Q: With more cars having the start/stop option what is the best use of it? Does it make sense to use in rush hour traffic? —T.S., Chicago A: Absolutely! The...
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Mechanics may be magicians but Motormouth knows better
Q: Just read your article saying snow blower gas can't be used for lawnmower fuel but can be used for a car. Why wouldn't this mixture foul a car's plug...
Yes, put winter tires on the rear of FWD vehicle
Q: Put new winter tires in the rear on a front wheel drive car? You think your readers are happy with no explanation? —N.D., Chicago A: We received several messages,...
Automotive hacks can help or harm repair bill
Q: I have a 2008 Honda CR-V. The 12-volt accessory outlet in the dash as well as the center console have stopped working. I have checked the fuses and they...
Foggy headlights? Wax the lenses
Q: I read your article about a plastic headlight lens turning yellow. Is there anything that can be done to prevent it, such as wax? — E.V., Chicago A: Waxing...
Disposal fees in auto repair aren’t good business
Q: My wife recently got a front-end alignment on her 2008 Jeep Liberty, and we saw on the receipt when she returned home that she was charged a disposal fee....
Winter car storage? Drive it monthly to avoid spring blues
Q: This is my first winter with my 2011 Lexus CT200h. I plan to just keep it in the garage until springtime. How concerned should I be about the Hybrid...
Heater not working? Motormouth has a suggestion
Q: I have a 2008 Honda CRV EXL. A year ago the heater stopped working. The dealer said it was the heater core. To date my mechanic has flushed and...
Why oil is the most vital fluid in your car
To say that motor oil is the lifeblood of your engine seems a bit hackneyed. It is truly like blood. The base oil, be it mineral or synthetic, is like...
Pressing the brake and the gas pedals together is an endangered option
Q: I have a 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe AWD that I use for towing a light boat. Recently, I found myself parked on a steep grade and tried to back...