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Are diesel fuel additives worth it?
Erik Bjornstad: Aug 19 2016
“Are diesel fuel additives worth it?” That’s a difficult question to answer unless we know some things. The answer to the question of Are They Worth...
Car Care (7)
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Old Oil in Car Symptoms? Signs That It's Time For A Change
Erik Bjornstad: Jul 21 2016
Changing your oil within the manufacturer recommendations is the single best thing you can do to maximize the working life of your car’s engine....
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Finding a "Female-Friendly" Mechanic
Erik Bjornstad: May 4 2016
People get skittish around things they’re not familiar with. And they get especially nervous in situations where they sense there’s a chance they...
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Automotive AC Systems - Things You Can Do (And What's Best Left to the Pros)
Erik Bjornstad: Mar 18 2016
With the summer months approaching, your car or truck AC system becomes a priority. It has to work well in the hot weather. This is especially true...
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Fuel Stabilizers for Car care: Necessary or Not?
Erik Bjornstad: Mar 16 2016
Washing, wax, vacuum the interior. Make the tires shine. Clean the windows. Refill the washer fluid. What kind of things do you include in your car...
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When Life Gives You Lemons, Make a Car List
Erik Bjornstad: Feb 26 2016
It’s been a while since we’ve done an automotive list and we got to thinking – what are the worst lemons of all time?
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Ethanol Fuel Injector Problems
Erik Bjornstad: Feb 19 2016
Outside of driving behavior, fuel injectors are the single biggest influence of vehicle mileage and performance. Clean injectors are essential to...
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What makes a good fuel stabilizer for your car?
Erik Bjornstad: Jan 26 2016
Fuel stabilizers are big business for diesel fuel, but may not appear to be so important in gasoline. But gasoline is still petroleum and still...
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The Unlikely Origins of the Smart Car
Erik Bjornstad: Jan 21 2016
What do a 1980s fashion icon and a Smart car have to do with each other? Turns out, more than you think.
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Distracted Driving Can Be Really Expensive
Erik Bjornstad: Dec 4 2015
Who would have thought that the biggest problem with drivers in the early 21st century would be distracted driving? There are laws against it, but...