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Spare tires have saved many of us from becoming stranded along highways or remote roads, and are a standard inclusion on most vehicles.  In older vehicles, the spare tire was often the same tire being used on the rest of the vehicle. However, with the infrequent use of a spare tire, manufacturers began moving towards space-saving “donut” style spares, which are temporary tires much smaller and skinnier than their full-size counterparts.  These tires are meant

When talking about cars, you may have heard a few random numbers thrown around in reference to the engine. From 2.0 to 3.6, to 4.3, these numbers can be confusing for the uninitiated but have crucial meaning for owners and mechanics alike. While these single-digit numbers with decimals refer to liters, it’s common to see CCs (cubic centimeters) or even cubic inches as measurements for the same metric.  What Does it Mean? All these numbers

Most car brakes are made up of three major components. The brake pads are responsible for creating friction that allows your vehicle to stop. The pads are held within the brake caliper, which uses hydraulic brake fluid to press the pads against the final component, the rotors. Your brake rotors are the discs that spin with your wheels and allow the friction between them and the pads to slow the whole vehicle down.  While all

Catalytic converters have become a household name for their price and importance to the environment, but do diesel vehicles still utilize this technology despite their differences to traditional gasoline engines? What Are Catalytic Converters? Catalytic converters are exhaust devices that use a honeycomb-patterned metal component plated in catalyst material (rhodium, platinum, palladium), and are responsible for removing harmful pollutants from exhaust gasses.  These catalyst materials engage in a chemical reaction with the emissions that removed

Ball joints are an easy component to forget. They don’t often need service, and owners can go the entire length of ownership without once needing to have them replaced. Despite this, ball joints are an essential part of your suspension setup, and allow for your vehicle to stay comfortable and under control. What is a Ball Joint? The ball joint is a spherical bearing located on the control arm. It allows for both up-and-down as