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Whether you have a car, motorcycle or truck, keep your vehicle running smooth and looking good with these helpful auto repair and paint job tips, projects and products.

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20 Bad Auto Habits Your Mechanic Wants You to Stop Doing

Keep your mechanic happy by not doing these things to your vehicle.


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7 Things to Remember When Driving in Winter

Driving in snow and ice presents many challenges. Here are seven winter driving tips to keep you safe when the...


How to Change a Car Battery

If you’ve determined your battery is bad, here’s how to replace it yourself with only a few tools.


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What to Know About Municipal Ice Melt Methods

Winter is coming, which means nasty weather and treacherous driving. Snow and ice can wreak havoc, so melting the ice...

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How to Plug a Leaky Tire

Got a flat tire? If a small puncture is the culprit, there's a good chance you can fix it yourself....


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How to Wash a Car at Home

A clean, shiny car never stays that way for long, so proper washing techniques are essential. Learn all about how...

Car Paint Repair in 4 Quick Steps

Fix-up those door dings and nicks in a jiffy with this car paint touch up process.


How to Remove a Stuck Screw

We show you some ways to remove a stuck Phillips head screw.


How to Find a Vacuum Leak

Find a vacuum leak with this easy technique


Free Up Stuck Bolts in 5 Easy Steps

It seems like every repair job involves at least one stuck bolt. And over the years I’ve learned that brute...

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Painting Tips: How to Paint Faster

Professional secrets for a speedy, great-looking job