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A red Ferrari Testarossa at the Top Gear test track.
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Ferrari Testarossa Abandoned for 17 Years Starts and Is for Sale

Mention Ferrari or Lamborghini, and many people think of posters of exotic cars that once hung in their rooms. That is because exotic cars are always fascinating for their beautiful lines, or their quirkiness. One of the most iconic exotic cars of the 1980s is the Ferrari Testarossa. That Ferrari model’s design was, and is …
by HJ Pizarro
Coronavirus worker
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Quick Tips To Sanitize Inside Your Car

Whether its COVID-19 or flu season, we aren’t always great about keeping the inside of our cars clean and sanitized. When we are on the go, we don’t typically stop to wash our hands just to get into our car, but that isn’t the only way we collect germs. From the seats to the dashboard …
by Gabrielle DeSantis
Bins of classic car parts at a classic car show
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Can You Still Get Classic Car Parts?

Vintage and classic cars’ styling isn’t the only thing that can make them more appealing than modern vehicles. Their simpler designs typically make for more straightforward maintenance. Provided, of course, you can get classic car parts. Luckily, thanks to the Internet, new technology, loyal fanbases, and rising auction values, finding these parts has gotten significantly …
by Matthew Skwarczek
A mechanic measures a tire's pressure using a handheld gauge
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How Does a Tire Pressure Monitoring System Work?

From punctures to improper wheel alignments, there’s a lot that can affect or damage your tires’ ability to maintain pressure. Luckily many modern cars come with sensors to let you know in real-time if there’s a problem. But these tire pressure monitoring systems aren’t infallible, which is why some OEMs are working on updating them. …
by Matthew Skwarczek
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Could The Fourth Of July Ruin Your Car’s Paint?

The Fourth of July will look a little different in small towns across the country this year as everything has been shut down due to the pandemic. For some families, this could mean staying home with the kids, but for others making the short drive to your local firework show is just as safe, especially …
by Gabrielle DeSantis
Monster Energy Yamaha Factory MXGP Team crew washes a motorcycle using a pressure washer
Motorcycles

How to Wash Your Motorcycle Properly

Although cars and motorcycles differ on a few maintenance items, they both need to be washed regularly. Giving your motorcycle a wash isn’t just about aesthetics, though. It removes contaminants, like bugs, which can damage the paint, and potentially cause rust. Unfortunately—or, rather, given how they can damage paint, fortunately—you can’t just take a motorcycle …
by Matthew Skwarczek
A red 2020 Subaru Outback driving on the countryside.
Crossovers

Is the Subaru Outback More Expensive to Maintain?

The Subaru Outback is one of the most popular AWD crossover SUVs in America. The Toyota RAV4 is also a popular choice. But does the price to buy the Subaru wagon come with expensive maintenance costs that the dealer didn’t tell you about? How expensive is Outback maintenance? The investment in buying a car is …
by Jordan Almond
Car A/C recharge kits in canister form, with a can of R134a refrigerant
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Your Car’s A/C May Be Due for a Recharge

Summer heat requires more from your car than just swapping on dry-weather performance tires. Although it isn’t a usual maintenance item, your car’s A/C can also degrade over time. And no one wants to be stuck in a hot car while you’re going on a road trip. One of the simplest ways to keep cool …
by Matthew Skwarczek
A windshield wiper
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Are You Paying Too Much for Wiper Blades?

Skimping out money-wise isn’t really recommended for most car maintenance items. That’s not to say you always have to buy the most expensive racing-spec brake pads and rotors. But for the most part, spending a little more will generally improve quality and performance. However, does that really apply to something as seemingly simple as windshield …
by Matthew Skwarczek
Mechanic performing a wheel alignment
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What Does a Wheel Alignment Do Exactly?

Driving wears away at your car, and not just through paint chips and scratches. Your tires work through friction, and eventually, they’re worn to the point they need replacement. Normally, that takes tens of thousands of miles, especially with regular rotation. But if you’re replacing your tires after just a few months, you may need …
by Matthew Skwarczek
Running a Honda Civic, Ford Focus, and Peugeot 206 without engine oil or coolant
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How Long Can Your Car Run Without Oil or Coolant?

It’s not entirely incorrect to say cars run on carefully-timed explosions. That’s why regular maintenance is so important. But your car’s engine doesn’t just rely on mechanical parts. Without vital fluids like engine oil and coolant, the motor wouldn’t run properly, if it ran at all. And as Carwow recently demonstrated, improper oil and coolant …
by Matthew Skwarczek