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What are Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards (FMVSS) and Why are They Important?

A nationwide framework of safety regulations has transformed vehicle design and saved countless lives since its introduction in 1968.

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A 3-minute video kept me from going ballistic over a $3,000 repair

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Service writers vs. technicians (VIDEO)

Examining the differences (and similarities) between these key roles in the automotive service industry.

EPA emergency action allows nationwide summer sales of E15 gasoline

Get ready for an increase in fuel system corrosion repairs on older vehicles and small engines.

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Why you should empty the master cylinder before bleeding brakes (VIDEO)

Removing old fluid from a vehicle’s braking system can be a time-consuming chore, but it doesn’t need to be.

RIP iPod, the best way to listen to music in your car, maybe ever

Apple recently announced they are fully discontinuing the iPod, a product that is possibly the greatest way to listen to music in your car, ever.

VIDEO: (Spoiler within) Crimp or solder?

An unfair and unbalanced review of different ways to make electrical connections.

Where do you leave your hitch?

In the receiver? In the bed? On a shelf?

5 unconventional brake job tips

Tip #1: stop calling it a “brake job.”

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