Mechanic

Honda mechanic notices shocking difference after comparing cars that had oil changes at every 5k miles vs every 10k miles

Keeping your car slick and clean is quite a tedious job, there’s no denying that. But to prove why it’s necessary, this Honda mechanic showcases why you need oil changes every 5,000 miles. If you’re not much of a greasemonkey and spend limited time under the hood of your car, you might be unconsciously ignoring […]

Ericthecarguy thinks the difference between failure and success is just one more try when it comes to fixing cars

The best way to do DIY is to keep trying

Mechanic's diagnosis of Toyota with reported faulty fuel door lasts exactly 13 seconds

This mechanic was asked to take a look at a Toyota with one huge issue, all to do with giving the car power – and it was all about the fuel door. It was reported to be faulty, which, for any driver, is less than ideal. Luckily, one mechanic managed to have a look at […]

US mechanic issues warning about aftermarket LED bulbs as he shares what happened to his daughter's car

Watch out for aftermarket LED bulbs!

These are a mechanic's tips for how to make your SUV last for 300,000 miles

Keeping your SUV in tip-top condition can be hard – but fear not, as one mechanic has shared some useful tips to help you make the most out of your daily driver. Alain Zori from M & M Auto Repairs listed some steps that you can take to ensure you will be hitting the road for years […]

Mechanic thinks he's got routine call from customer who says their car won't start until he checks the battery and is left stunned

His discovery was more explosive than he thought

Why you shouldn’t set the parking brake when storing your car long term, according to mechanics

You can save on costly repairs this way

Illinois mechanic reveals key winter car prep steps before freezing temps hit

This mechanic had some tips

Mechanic warns these five DIY car errors could ruin your ride and your bank

Repairing a car ourselves can sometimes be very costly

Customer brings Mini Cooper in for regular service but then the mechanic spots something very troubling

This was concerning

This plane maintenance photo might freak you out but there's a very normal explanation for it

It looks just ‘plane’ weird

Mechanic shares simple WD-40 trick that will save you thousands of dollars in repairs

Gearheads, listen up, as one little can of WD-40 can save you thousands of dollars when it comes to repairs, according to one mechanic. From rust to locks, this can really work wonders. So, in a handy tell-all, one mechanic shared how he uses it to keep his car working to its full potential. But, […]

Mechanic shares the five things you should never do in an automatic car

A mechanic is often considered to be the font of all knowledge when it comes to cars, and one car whizz has shared an important list of tips to consider for owners of an automatic car. From fluid to gears, the man explained some simple rules to ensure that your transmission stays in tip-top condition. […]

These are the sounds your brakes make and which ones you actually need to pay attention to

Some noises might be less harmless than they seem

Colorado mechanic shares biggest lie customers tell and why you're likely guilty of it too

This mechanic in Colorado shared the biggest lie customers tell them, and it’s a simple sentence that you probably use without thinking. We get it, when things go wrong, it can be a stressful situation, but according to this car expert, there is one big lie that everyone is likely to be guilty of. And, […]

One dropped bolt in a RAM turned a simple oil change into a full interior teardown

What a difference a bold makes