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Hi, I am Matthew! I am a dedicated car nerd! During the day, I am a journalist, at night I enjoy working on my 2 project cars. I have been a car nerd all my life, and am excited to share my knowledge with you!

Car Brands That Start With C: The Complete List

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If you’re looking for a car that starts with the letter “C” you’re in good luck. There are plenty of brands that offer a variety of options to choose from, so narrowing your options shouldn’t be too difficult. Check out this article for more information about cars that start with “C”. Here’s a list of … Read more

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Temperature Guage Rising But Car Not Overheating? Here’s What You Need To Know

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Car Running Hot But Not Overheating

A lot of car owners encounter a bizarre situation of having their engine being too hot yet not to the point of overheating, a lot of people are confused by this. This is actually a good thing since it tells something about the car. It means that something is fundamentally wrong with a car engine … Read more

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How To Get Cigarette Smell Out Of Car? 5 Ways

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If you’re a smoker you may not realize it, but most of the time you stink. You, your clothes, your house and definitely your car. Getting rid of cigarette smoke along with other smoke odors can be a real headache. See smokers don’t smell what non-smokers can smell so it may go unnoticed until someone … Read more

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What Does A/T Oil Temp Mean? Here’s Everything You Need To Know

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If you are driving and your A/T Oil Temp light starts flashing, it can be alarming and worrying to you, especially if you don’t know what it means. This article will provide you with an overview of what a flashing A/T Oil Temp light means, what steps you can take to avoid it coming on, … Read more

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H11 vs 9005: A Complete Guide

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Are you into cars? If you are, then you have probably heard of the 9005 vs. H11 argument. If not, then you have probably never heard of it. The 9005 and H11 are both bulbs used in your car’s headlights. They are vital in controlling the headlight’s intensity of your low and high beams wherein … Read more

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Difference Between Economy And Compact Car: A Full Guide

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Commonly asked by most people when renting a car, economy and compact cars are two of the most affordable and reasonably-priced cars having common characteristics, however, they do not mean exactly the same. Ideally, both cars are suitable for long travels so if you are looking to save up on gas and rental fees, then … Read more

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Can You Use Water As Coolant? Here’s The Answer

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Many car enthusiasts and everyday vehicle owners hold the common idea that distilled water and anti-freeze are pretty much interchangeable in the engine of a car. This assumption is particularly common if you live in a warm climate where chances are you won’t ever be driving at temperatures below 32 F. It’s uncertain when or … Read more

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White Smoke From Exhaust On Startup & Accelerating? Here Are 6 Reasons Why

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White Smoke From Exhaust When Accelerating

It is the mandate of everyone to take care of his automotive by taking the appropriate measures whenever something unusual is noticed. This helps to keep it in a stable condition for a longer period of time. To do it, there are several reasons or symptoms that you can observe before a mechanical breakdown happens … Read more

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Does Motor Oil Go Bad? Shelf Life For Motor Oil Explained

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What is Motor Oil? Motor oil has a long history since its creation by a physician named Dr. John Ellis in 1866. founder of Valvoline. Motor oil was further popularized by Henry Ford and his auto industry. Historically motor oil did the same thing that it does today. Vintage oil was a simple mixture of … Read more

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How To Rebuild Transmissions: Here’s How You Can Do It To Your Car

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A transmission rebuild can cost an excessive amount at a car dealership or shop, but with a little know-how. you can save hundreds by doing the rebuild yourself. A transmission rebuild is when an old. worn-out transmission is taken apart and all of the parts are replaced until the entire unit looks and works new. … Read more

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