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Passenger front quarter view of a burgundy and gray 2005 Hyundai Tucson sitting in the grass.

2005 Hyundai Tucson Budget Rebuild – Critters Among Us

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 …

Is it a Good Idea to Clean Your Car’s Engine Bay?

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 …
A red motorcycle covered in snow at a winter market

How Should You Store Your Motorcycle for the Winter?

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 …
A firefighter in wildfire gear and camera in tow with a raging forest fire in the background

Yes, Wildfire Smoke and Ash is Harmful to Car Paint

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 …
A master mechanic and service technician repair a John Deere tractor in a garage

You Need To Care About the Ongoing ‘Right To Repair’ Fight

Some car repair tasks, like recall work, are best performed by professionals. But many maintenance tasks, even something like a timing belt or clutch replacement, can be performed by a home mechanic. However, as cars gain more electronics and sensor-reliant safety features, repair costs go up, and the work becomes increasingly specialized. In fact, Chevrolet …
Several red car batteries

Sneaky Reasons Your Car Battery Is Dying

If you don’t drive your car for several years, it shouldn’t be much of a surprise when you try to turn it on, and it won’t start. It’s normal for car batteries to lose their charge over time. But sadly, driving your car regularly still doesn’t guarantee your battery won’t ever die. So if your …
Passenger front quarter view of a burgundy and gray 2005 Hyundai Tucson sitting in the grass.

2005 Hyundai Tucson Budget Rebuild – The Punch List

The Hyundai Tucson has been a popular platform for the automaker for several years. What started as an economy four-wheel drive vehicle has steadily improved in quality and features over the years. Now, the Tucson is one of the best sellers for the company. And, I own one that I have enjoyed. It’s no Jeep …
The Airstream Basecamp travel trailer is parked by a campfire.

RV Living Disasters to Avoid

An RV is a tool to get you to your adventure destination and provide shelter. RV living has its challenges, though. It is not all spectacular sunsets and campfires. Surprises happen that can disrupt schedules and mental or emotional stability for the moment. Not test driving an RV can lead to a disaster Test drive …
slightly dated, but still nice enough considering the Nissan NV is the cheapest van you can buy

What Causes Our Dashboards to Crack?

Not as common in newer cars but still a problem for many older used cars, is a cracked dashboard. While it may be more of a cosmetic problem than any issue with safety, having a cracked dashboard can be rather annoying. Especially because the dashboard sits immediately in our range of sight, potentially leading you …