When the pump automatically shuts off after filling a vehicle’s tank, many people are tempted to add a little more gas. Unfortunately, this can do more harm than good, and the repair bills could add up quickly.
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Removing old fluid from a vehicle’s braking system can be a time-consuming chore, but it doesn’t need to be.
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This British engineer changed racing forever by making cars lighter, not more powerful.
You can’t beat it. Well, actually, you can.
The essential unit of automotive power has an unexpected history.
Stevan Ivanov strives to give a little-known brand its rightful place in automotive history.
Not so long ago, forced induction was mostly limited to high-performance sports cars and diesel trucks. Join Lemmy and Nick for a deep dive into modern forced induction systems and the parts that keep them running.
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Technicians discuss battery testing, one says open circuit voltage of less than 10.5 volts indicates a bad battery, while the other says that a reading of 12.5 volts indicates an 80% state of charge. Who is correct?
Chances are you’re going to have a Pavlovian response when seeing one of these vehicles.
Shop Press photographer Mike Apice recently visited Indiana, exploring the local scene and a few repair shops. Here’s a bit of what he saw behind his lens.
Understanding how voltage is used in an electrical circuit can help your troubleshooting.
You ARE accounting for them, right?
It’s been asked of every new mechanic for more than a century. Does it matter in 2025?
Want to make your vehicle last? Not sure how to talk to a shop about car repairs? Nick and Lemmy offer their five top recommendations.
Once the most basic of circuits, the humble lamp has also progressed.
