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Dodge Charger vs. Challenger – Battle of the American Titans
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4 months ago

Dodge Charger vs. Challenger – Battle of the American Titans

The Dodge Charger is one of the longest-running nameplates in the automotive world, being in production since 1966, and the Challenger came shortly after in… Read More

The Audi A Series – Which of These Audi Models Suits You
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4 months ago

The Audi A Series – Which of These Audi Models Suits You

A subsidiary of the Volkswagen Group, Audi is a German automaker that has been making cars since 1909. They offer sedans, crossovers, and SUVs known… Read More

The Q Series – Which of the Audi SUV Models is Best for You
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4 months ago

The Q Series – Which of the Audi SUV Models is Best for You

The Audi Q lineup hits the sweet spot between being sporty and looking cool. With their sloping roofline and coupe-like appearances, the Audi SUV models… Read More

Nissan Rogue VS. Murano – Which One Should You Buy?
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5 months ago

Nissan Rogue VS. Murano – Which One Should You Buy?

Nissan is known for making some of the most reliable cars available on the American market. While the Murano is among some of the… Read More

Ford Explorer VS. Toyota Highlander – Which SUV is Best for You?
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5 months ago

Ford Explorer VS. Toyota Highlander – Which SUV is Best for You?

SUVs are replacing sedans in the family car market fast. They are becoming popular by offering more functionality, practicality, and capability. The presence of dozens… Read More

Hyundai Elantra VS. Sonata – Which Sedan is Right for You?
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5 months ago

Hyundai Elantra VS. Sonata – Which Sedan is Right for You?

Sedans are the car of choice for most people who want a vehicle to drive to and from work and family mobility. The Korean automaker… Read More

The Nissan Rogue VS. Toyota RAV4 Ultimate Showdown
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7 months ago

The Nissan Rogue VS. Toyota RAV4 Ultimate Showdown

Since the trend of compact crossovers began to gain momentum following 2010, these cars have outpaced the sales of midsize SUVs. The most prominent of… Read More

The Chevy Equinox VS. Ford Edge Ultimate Showdown
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7 months ago

The Chevy Equinox VS. Ford Edge Ultimate Showdown

Let’s take an in depth look at two of the best family cars in the American market, the Chevy Equinox and the Ford… Read More

The Greatest How-to-Guide to Fixing Squeaky Car Brakes
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8 months ago

The Greatest How-to-Guide to Fixing Squeaky Car Brakes

An essential part of any vehicle is not the engine or the transmission. It is not even the passenger compartment. This title belongs to the… Read More

The Best How to Guide on Cleaning Car Battery Corrosion
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8 months ago

The Best How to Guide on Cleaning Car Battery Corrosion

Bare metal surfaces, electrical currents, moisture and oxygen do not mix well together. They all meet at the battery terminals of a car, especially in… Read More

How Long Does a Car Battery Last and How to Tell if It’s Bad
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8 months ago

How Long Does a Car Battery Last and How to Tell if It’s Bad

Batteries are one of the least understood elements of a car. There is no definite answer to the frequently asked question: how long does a… Read More

The Ultimate Guide to Fixing All Car Horn Problems
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9 months ago

The Ultimate Guide to Fixing All Car Horn Problems

The Horn is an important yet one of the most underrated parts of a car. If your car horn is not working, you will have… Read More

How to Fix a Leaking Windshield Seal on Your Car or Truck
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9 months ago

How to Fix a Leaking Windshield Seal on Your Car or Truck

Since the invention of the first laminated glass windshield in 1904 by the French artist and chemist, Edouard Benedictus, these pieces of glass have been… Read More

Car Oil Leaking – Diagnosis, Causes, and DIY Fix
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9 months ago

Car Oil Leaking – Diagnosis, Causes, and DIY Fix

Engine oil is the single most important thing to keep your car running. It lubricates the internals of the engine and prevents them from heating… Read More

How to Diagnose and Fix Car Radiator Leaks
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9 months ago

How to Diagnose and Fix Car Radiator Leaks

The internal combustion engines that keep cars going are miniature furnaces. Temperatures inside the cylinders can reach well above 2,000 Celsius. If you need to… Read More

DIY Cracked Bumper Repair
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10 months ago

DIY Cracked Bumper Repair

No one wants a cracked bumper, but almost everyone faces them at some point or another.  A cracked bumper usually means up to $400 in… Read More

How to Repair Leather Car Seats Using Everyday Tools
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10 months ago

How to Repair Leather Car Seats Using Everyday Tools

Leather is a great upholstery material to have, it gives your car a premium look, makes the seats comfortable and is just nice to look… Read More

How to Get a Car Out of the Mud Easily & Quickly
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10 months ago

How to Get a Car Out of the Mud Easily & Quickly

Whether you are off-roading in the swamps or just taking a shorter path through a construction site, your car can get stuck in the mud. … Read More

6 Best Weekend Getaways From Philly
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11 months ago

6 Best Weekend Getaways From Philly

There’s always something to see or do in Philly. But sometimes, you want to step outside yourself and experience what other cities and towns have… Read More

6 Family Road Trips from New Jersey
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11 months ago

6 Family Road Trips from New Jersey

Are you fancying the idea of taking a road trip from New Jersey, but are unsure about the best destinations?  Well, we’ve been polling family… Read More

9 Summer Road Trip Ideas from New York City
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11 months ago

9 Summer Road Trip Ideas from New York City

There can hardly be anyone in the world who wouldn’t want to live in New York City. NYC is the very embodiment of the American… Read More

10 Fun Family Road Trips from Philadelphia
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11 months ago

10 Fun Family Road Trips from Philadelphia

Being an old and historically rich city in the U.S., Philadelphia is more of a destination for road trips than an origin.  So today, we’ll… Read More

Decoding Messages from a Car – What do Different Car Noises Mean?
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11 months ago

Decoding Messages from a Car – What do Different Car Noises Mean?

The noises coming from a car are not only irritating, but they can also indicate some serious issues in your vehicle that need to be… Read More

Get Rid of the Whining Noise Your Car Makes Easy and Fast
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12 months ago

Get Rid of the Whining Noise Your Car Makes Easy and Fast

An average car can have anywhere between 20,000 to 50,000 individual parts. A malfunction in any one of them can lead to serious problems.  The… Read More

The Easiest Way to Fix Car Speakers at Home
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12 months ago

The Easiest Way to Fix Car Speakers at Home

Speakers might not be the part that makes the car work, but they are undoubtedly the part that makes a car fun to drive. A… Read More

How To Easily Diagnose a Bad Alternator At Home
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12 months ago

How To Easily Diagnose a Bad Alternator At Home

A significant part of your car’s operational mechanisms are powered by electricity rather than the fuel-powered engine. To run all the electronics in your car,… Read More

Mental Health Awareness Month
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12 months ago

Mental Health Awareness Month

In celebration of mental health awareness month, here are 3 ways your car can keep you balanced: Your car is your sanctuary, keep it tidy… Read More

Things to Consider When Trading in a Car With a Loan
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1 year ago

Things to Consider When Trading in a Car With a Loan

If you have a car that has no lease on it or if you have cleared the lease or if you bought it for cash,… Read More

5 Tips to Boost Your Car’s Trade-In Value Substantially
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1 year ago

5 Tips to Boost Your Car’s Trade-In Value Substantially

Before you go to a dealer and trade in your car, you need to know how to prepare your car for trade-in. It is important… Read More

The Easiest Way to Fix a Car Heater At Home
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1 year ago

The Easiest Way to Fix a Car Heater At Home

If your car heater is not working, don’t worry. It will take from 20 minutes to two hours to fix, and the car heater will… Read More

When and How to Recharge Your Car AC – A Detailed DIY Guide
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1 year ago

When and How to Recharge Your Car AC – A Detailed DIY Guide

Have you ever wondered how your car’s interior stays at the temperature you want it to? Like, the outside is above 110 degrees and the… Read More

4 Simple Steps on How To Bleed Your Car Brakes
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1 year ago

4 Simple Steps on How To Bleed Your Car Brakes

Does your brake pedal feel spongy? Has your car’s braking distance increased? Do you have to press more on the brake pedal than you previously… Read More

How To Fix Paint Chips On Your Car (3 Easy Ways)
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1 year ago

How To Fix Paint Chips On Your Car (3 Easy Ways)

A rock hit the fender or an unruly kid keyed your car – chipped paint is the last thing a car owner wants. We’ll tell… Read More

How To Get A Dent Out Of A Car (4 Simple Methods)
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1 year ago

How To Get A Dent Out Of A Car (4 Simple Methods)

Getting a dent in your car hurts. For us car lovers, it is something just unacceptable. Then there’s the financial part of it! You need… Read More

How to Repair a Chipped Windshield – The Easy Way
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1 year ago

How to Repair a Chipped Windshield – The Easy Way

If you want to know how to fix a chipped windshield, you have come to the right place. As daunting as it might seem, you… Read More

How to Defog and Defrost a Car Windshield and Windows
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1 year ago

How to Defog and Defrost a Car Windshield and Windows

Every year during the winter months car owners have to deal with frosted or foggy windshields and windows. An unclear windscreen is at the top… Read More

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1 year ago

Online Car Buying Site Gettacar Wins Millions In New Funding

Car buying website Gettacar reported it won a new $25 million round of funding.  The industry sprint to give consumers more digital choices won a… Read More

How to Change Windshield Wipers in a Few Easy Steps
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1 year ago

How to Change Windshield Wipers in a Few Easy Steps

One of the most ignored and underrated safety features of a car is the windshield wipers. Most vehicle drivers and owners seem to overlook the… Read More

How to Clean Foggy Headlights &  Restore Your Car to its Former Glory
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1 year ago

How to Clean Foggy Headlights & Restore Your Car to its Former Glory

Out of all the things that can ruin the looks of your car, foggy headlights are the number one thing. People usually think that there… Read More

How to Change Transmission Fluid and Filter – DIY Guide
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