Maintaining your car

Maintaining your car
Proper, routine car maintenance is vital to avoid major repair bills and keep your vehicle running reliably for many years. Whether you do the work yourself or hire a trained mechanic, our advice and tools will empower you to go the distance and save money along the way.

Talk with other consumers about tires or general repair and maintenance in our forums.

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Tires & Car Accessories Ratings

Tires
Car batteries
Car wax
GPS
Halogen headlight bulbs
Halogen restoration kits
Tire pressure gauges
Wiper blades
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Repair Tools

Repair cost estimator
Recall and TSB search
Car-repair encyclopedia
Car repair shop satisfaction
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Maintenance & Repair Advice

Car noises
Car-service gripes
Check engine light
How to find a great mechanic
Mechanic ripoffs
Replace your key for less
Tailpipe smoke
Vehicles prone to engine sludge
What to do after an accident
Where to go for repairs
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Tires: Car Tips & Advice

Tire Ratings
'Counterfeit' tires pose consumer risk
A winter tire you can use all year long
Keep tires cool in summer
Plus-size tires
Tire-care tips
Warning signs of tire failure
What's wrong with used tires?
Who makes the best tires?
Tire Talk forum
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DIY Maintenance & Advice

Brake pads: What to look for
How to check engine oil
How to get to 200,000 miles
How to inspect belts and hoses
Key maintenance checks
Portable jump starters
Use the right fluids
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Car Detailing at Home

How to detail your car
Car washing dos & don'ts
Exterior trim cleaners ratings
Getting rid of odors
Headlight cleaner ratings
How to detail the interior
Refurbishing your car
Scratch repair pen ratings
Wheel cleaner ratings