Some aspects of car and motorcycle maintenance differ noticeably between the two vehicles. A car, for example, doesn’t have to worry about chain lubrication. However, both bikes and cars need their engine oil changed. If your bike is water-cooled, it needs a coolant flush, just like a car. And both motorcycles and cars have brakes, …

Sooner or later, everybody gets to the realization that it is time to buy a car. But, is a new car always the answer? Maybe not. Sometimes a used car will fill the need. But, for the adventurous, a project car is the answer. Why? Because the project car maintenance experience pays for itself. You’ll learn every crevice …

Many years ago, I worked with a Buy Here Pay Here Lot that did their own repossessions and running back and forth to auctions. I never liked the repossession side of the business. But, running back and forth to auctions was something I enjoyed. However, I learned something very important for someone that takes part …

This is the final installment in the series chronicling the mild-restoration of my 2005 Hyundai Tucson. The 15-year-old little crossover SUV has been good to me. But, a family member is in need of transportation. So, I thought that the Tucson would be a good way for me to make sure they could save money …

The warning on your dash lights up, letting you know it’s time for an oil change. We know that we need to have our cars serviced at regular intervals so that they stay in good, running condition, but chances are you just blindly follow these instructions. Having an oil change is the most standard part …

Overall build quality used to be what separated luxury cars from the rest of the automotive world. Not just the materials themselves, but how well everything was screwed together so nothing fell off. That’s why many classic luxury cars are still held in high regard, due to their perceived reliability. And sometimes, the perception is …

An abandoned vehicle will draw mixed reactions from people. For a collector who stumbles across the right abandoned vehicle, the sight can elicit much joy. However, for property owners, an abandoned vehicle full of rust can draw a sense of disgust. So, what typically happens to abandoned vehicles? Aren’t there legal ramifications to an abandoned …

If you have been following the series of the mild-restoration of a 2005 Hyundai Tucson, then you know we are near the point when I hand the keys over to a family member. But, there are still a few loose ends on the Tucson that need to be addressed. For example, the tires need changing, …

Torque wrenches and screwdrivers aren’t the only tools you need for maintenance work these days. Modern vehicles’ sensors and various electronics require their own equipment, one that automakers aren’t always willing to give out. Hence why the fight for the ‘right to repair’ is so vital. And it’s a fight that Massachusetts voters recently settled—at …

A key part of getting your car ready for winter is making sure all the necessary maintenance is complete. But we’re not talking just about involved tasks like oil changes and timing belt replacement. There are a number of small and seemingly minor maintenance tasks that, if not completed, can cause anything from bouts of …

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A 15-year-old Hyundai Tucson may not seem like an extraordinary gift. But, to someone who needs a vehicle, anything will fit the need. However, I’m a person that does not want to gift a vehicle that is in shabby condition or in poor running order. So, I endeavored on mildly rebuilding the 2005 Hyundai Tucson …

In our day-to-day lives, it’s so easy to leave things behind in our cars. In fact, there are a lot of things that can actually be useful to leave in our cars, like an extra pair of shoes or a cell phone charger. On a different level, there are items that are OK to leave …

Washing your car is typically part of your routine maintenance when it comes to keeping it in top shape, but what about your engine bay? After all, the engine bay is typically the dirtiest part of the car and it looks like it could use a good cleaning from time to time. But is it …

At the end of every boating season, it is important to winterize your outboard motor. What does this process look like and can you do it yourself?

It's time to get wash that dirt and grime off your beloved vehicle. Find out here if a touchless car wash is your best bet.

As fun as it would be to camp and ride your motorcycle throughout the year, the weather doesn’t always cooperate. Especially in northern states and climates, where winter pumps the brakes on riding. However, just like with cars, improper storage can damage your bike. But getting your motorcycle ready for its winter nap doesn’t have …

I’m trying not to convince myself that this 2005 Hyundai Tucson is not in the process of becoming a money pit. If it were an American brand, the parts are easier to source and in many cases less expensive. But, it is my Tucson. And, I’m a little emotionally attached, which I never thought would …

Halloween is just around the corner. Are you ready for it? Get the inside scoop on how to protect your car from Halloween vandals here.

Sadly, every year there are multiple large wildfires that spark up across the land. The smoke and ash from those fires can drift from state to state. Also, the smoke and ash do not discriminate on which car’s finish it will land on. They’ll happily cover paint on a Ferrari just as much as a …