Image by Thomas Wolter from Pixabay Small but mighty, spark plugs pack far more of a punch than what their size leads you to believe they could. Hard to believe when looking at them, spark plugs are one of the most necessary components when it comes to a healthy, running car. That being said, knowing the signs of bad spark plugs is one of the most important tools any car owner can have in their back pocket.

Photo by Mike from Pexels There are many reasons why you might consider refinancing a car loan. It can be a huge monetary help in the short term, lightening your load and making car payments feel a little bit more doable. But refinancing your vehicle is a major decision that requires careful consideration before you even begin the paperwork. While there are many ways in which a refinance can help you out of a tight spot, it can be all too easy to find yourself paying more money than is necessary and ending up in deep water.

Source: Pixabay Windshield wipers are an important part of driving. While they may not be used daily, they’re used often, and are necessary in order to maintain safe driving conditions. With this in mind, it’s obvious that windshield wipers need to be maintained and taken care of. But what if they’re broken? What if one day, they suddenly appeared to be stuck in the upright position? How do you fix windshield wipers that won’t return to their resting position?

Spark Plug by jaimekop — CC BY-ND 2.0 If you drive a gas-powered vehicle or a hybrid, you won’t get very far without spark plugs. And by very far we mean the engine isn’t going to turn over. Spark plugs are an essential ingredient to your car’s drivability because, without them, there is no drive. You may be thinking, “Okay, I get it. No way to avoid these babies, but what about when they fail?

Catalytic converter: RIP by Seth Sawyers — CC BY 2.0 The catalytic converter; a part on all modern vehicles that is beneficial for the air we breathe and the environment around us. It’s a crucial part of all cars and trucks, as they’re all required to have one that functions effectively. But what does a catalytic converter do, and can it go bad? Well, when it comes to the latter of the two questions, the answer is simple.

Photo by Mike from Pexels Getting financial support in the United States can be tricky, especially in the medical sphere. Our healthcare system is not always the easiest to navigate and requires that you put in lots of time, energy, and money to reap the benefits. If you’re from a low income family it can be even more difficult as you need to make sure you qualify for assistance programs like Medicaid before you sign up.

Photo by Denny Müller on Unsplash Flat tires never happen at a convenient time; it’s just one of those things in life. Whether you’re dashing off to work or parked with a carload of groceries, seeing that deflated tire will deflate your mood. With this in mind, knowing how to fix a flat tire is an essential part of car ownership. For some drivers, tires are an afterthought that only gets attention when something is wrong.

Automatic Transmission by Vestman —CC BY 2.0 One of the worst things you can hear from your mechanic/technician is, “the problem with your vehicle is the transmission.” It’s one of the most expensive parts of your vehicle to have repaired, rebuilt, or replaced. So it makes sense to know a little bit about the question “how much does it cost to repair a transmission?” before you commit to any particular service.

Spark Plug by Nazly Ahmed — CC BY-NC-SA 2.0 For spark plugs to work properly, they must be clean. If you have dirt caked up in the crevices, the voltage will be way too high and you likely will not be able to turn on your car. That’s why when you know how to clean spark plugs, you can deal with a faulty engine quickly and get by cleaning or replacing them.

Windshield wipers by State Farm — CC BY 2.0 It always seems that windshield wipers decide to fail right when it starts to pour. With rain coming down, you can’t see where you’re going, unable to drive your car to get to appointments or work. While it’s understandable to get frustrated with your windshield wipers not working, we’re here to walk you through some things you can do to get your windshield wipers back up and running.