Posts By: Ed Fawcett Jr.

How Does Your Car’s Air Conditioning Work?

Air conditioning has become universal in new cars. It is important to know how this facet of your car works because when it is no longer working in your car, you are going to notice very quickly. Automotive AC was invented all the way back in 1939.  It didn’t have a thermostat, but it was… Read more »

What Does Coolant Do and How Do You Change It?

Oil may be the lifeblood of an engine, but without coolant you might as well start taking the train to work. As its name implies, coolant is an integral part of the temperature regulation system in your vehicle. Coolant, in conjunction with your vehicle’s radiator, keeps your engine running at a sweet spot of around… Read more »

Common Signs of a Bad Transmission

A transmission is crucial to a healthy car. In a nutshell, a transmission regulates where the power inside of a car goes to. It is like the brain, while the many gears and axles in a car are like the body. The transmission makes the ultimate decision of what gear to move. Depending on what type of… Read more »

What Would Happen If You Never Changed Your Oil?

Fluid is extremely important to any machine, or body, that generates a lot of heat. Think of it this way, if our body suddenly lost all its water content, it would literally start to melt in minutes. Fluids regulate temperature in things. So in a car, oil works well in keeping the engine relatively cool. On the contrary,… Read more »

How to Change Your Headlights or Taillights

  When it comes to the taillights and headlights on your vehicle, making sure they are working properly is always essential to your safety and the safety of others. Regardless of the type of automobile you drive, having working headlights and taillights on your vehicle is not only a good idea, it’s the law. Whether… Read more »

The Cheapest Cars to Insure

  Many factors go into the cost of a car insurance policy. One of the more important ones, of course, is the type of car being covered. We’ve compiled a list of vehicles that have built a reputation for having a positive impression on car insurance bills. Drivers who feel like they are paying too… Read more »