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 Kimiko Kidd

What Kind of Oil is Right for Your Diesel Vehicle?

What Kind of Oil is Right for Your Diesel Vehicle?

From unique fuel to specialized additives, diesel engines require special care. Whenever you’re shopping for diesel engine oil, the first thing you should consider is the manufacturer’s recommendations. However, some engines have a range of recommended oil viscosity grades. To help you make the right choice, here are four factors to consider when choosing oil […]

 DeAnn Owens

Tips for Recycling Motor Oil

Tips for Recycling Motor Oil

Automotive waste is a serious blight on the environment. But one component — motor oil — can be recycled, offering an eco-friendly approach to an essential part of automotive care. Car Care: Oil change tips “On top of its own toxicity, used motor oil may be contaminated with dangerous toxins such as benzene, toluene, ethylbenzene, and xylene, […]

 Catherine Hiles

Is It Safe to Leave Your Dog in the Truck Bed? (Spoiler: Nope)

Is It Safe to Leave Your Dog in the Truck Bed? (Spoiler: Nope)

If you are a dog owner and a truck driver, it might seem like a no-brainer to let your dog ride in your truck bed when you go out. After all, your dog would probably love to feel the breeze flapping in their ears while their tongue lolls out of their mouth. But allowing a […]

 Aaron Widmar

What Are the Benefits of Synthetic Oil?

What Are the Benefits of Synthetic Oil?

If you’ve ever browsed for engine oil at your local repair shop, you may have noticed those expensive containers of synthetic oil and wondered how they’re different from standard oil and if they’re worth the higher cost. To answer those questions, here’s a quick guide on the benefits of synthetic oil as well as its […]

 Kurt Verlin

Is RV Toilet Paper Really Necessary?

Is RV Toilet Paper Really Necessary?

First-time RV owners and seasoned campers alike may wonder if RV toilet paper is really necessary. Perhaps you’ve heard horror stories of clogged sewage systems, or have been using your household toilet paper in your recreational vehicle for years without issues. How do you know if RV toilet paper isn’t just a marketing sham? First-Time […]

 Aaron Widmar

What Happens if You Don’t Change Your Car’s Engine Oil?

What Happens if You Don’t Change Your Car’s Engine Oil?

You keep being told that it’s important to have your car’s engine oil changed frequently. But how necessary is it to actually do that? Won’t the engine run fine with the oil it has? How bad could it be to postpone an oil change for a year? This is what mechanics say will happen if […]

 Whitney Russell

What Happens if You Overfill Engine Oil?

What Happens if You Overfill Engine Oil?

While regular oil changes are an essential part of routine car care, putting too much oil in the engine can be detrimental to your vehicle. Here’s why overfilling the engine oil can harm your vehicle and what you should do to resolve this scenario. Smart Maintenance: Learn why oil changes are important Why overfilling the […]

 Kyle Johnson

Ford Transit Uses Hydrotreated Vegetable Oil in Europe

Ford Transit Uses Hydrotreated Vegetable Oil in Europe

One of the less-often-discussed alternative fuel options out there is Hydrotreated Vegetable Oil, which creates 90 percent fewer carbon emissions than regular diesel. And it’s now an option for Ford Transit vans in Europe. HVO, which acts as a renewable biodiesel, is easily sourced from restaurants, catering services, and even schools. RecOil, an initiative backed […]

 Amanda Drago

Pennzoil AutoFair Will Display Elvis Presley’s 1955 Cadillac

Pennzoil AutoFair Will Display Elvis Presley’s 1955 Cadillac

During the 2020 Pennzoil AutoFair, Charlotte Motor Speedway will be displaying Elvis Presley’s 1955 Cadillac Series 60 Fleetwood Special. You can catch sight of the iconic car each day that the exhibition is taking place in April. The Modern Cadillac Sedan: Features of the 2020 CT4 History of the renowned Cadillac Elvis Presley purchased the […]

 The News Wheel

Will a Tin Foil-Wrapped Key Deter Car Thieves?

Will a Tin Foil-Wrapped Key Deter Car Thieves?

Keyless tech and key fobs have ushered in convenient ways to get into and start your car, but the advanced technology has unwittingly given thieves another more tech-advanced and less labor-intensive way to steal your car. Check Out: The features on the 2020 Chevy Blazer “Using signal boosters, criminals can amplify your key fob’s signal […]

 The News Wheel

Rumor: Next-Gen Ford F-150 Raptor Getting Coil Spring Suspension

Rumor: Next-Gen Ford F-150 Raptor Getting Coil Spring Suspension

A Ford F-150 Raptor prototype was spotted testing around Dearborn at the end of September, and it appeared to reveal a major change for the next-generation truck. Spy shots of the possible next-gen Ford F-150 Raptor mule showed a truck boasting a rear coil spring suspension. The current F-150 Raptor leverages a leaf spring suspension. […]

 The News Wheel

Switch to High-Mileage Synthetic Oil to Maintain Older Engines

Switch to High-Mileage Synthetic Oil to Maintain Older Engines

If your car has some miles on it — we’re talking in the six figures — you’ve most likely been diligent about regular oil changes. If you hadn’t, your engine would have failed you long ago. And, over time, it seems that the oil you’ve been using has served your car well. But, it might […]

 The News Wheel

SPOILER-FREE: Captain Marvel Gets Ready for ‘Endgame’ with Audi

SPOILER-FREE: Captain Marvel Gets Ready for ‘Endgame’ with Audi

Editor’s Note: This article contains minor spoilers for Captain Marvel but not Avengers: Endgame. Today, Marvel’s latest guaranteed blockbuster Avengers: Endgame hits theaters, and it’s the first time that Brie Larson’s Captain Marvel will appear alongside the larger Avengers team. After (presumably) being off-world for more than 20 years following the events of Captain Marvel, she […]

 The News Wheel

What is an Essential Oil Car Diffuser?

What is an Essential Oil Car Diffuser?

Some people take pride in their vehicles and keep them looking pristine at all times. Others don’t have the time, energy, or desire to maintain their cars’ interiors. If you fall into the latter category but hate the feeling of having a dirty car, it could be time for you to take a look at […]

 The News Wheel

Please Don’t Put Motor Oil on Your Dog

Please Don’t Put Motor Oil on Your Dog

If you’re like most dog owners, you might turn to the internet when Fido gets an itchy rash. Unfortunately, you’ll probably find some dangerous information on treating the problem. On countless forums, you’ll find motor oil, gasoline, and kerosene touted as old-fashioned remedies for issues like mange and flea infestations. Those petroleum-based skin treatments come […]

 The News Wheel

Differences Between Spoiler Designs

Differences Between Spoiler Designs

Spoilers aren’t just fashion statements — they’re also functional. This feature controls the airflow as it passes over the vehicle. The right spoiler style can counteract the lifting forces that autos encounter when traveling at high speeds and improve the back portion of the vehicle’s grip on the road.  If you’ve been wanting to add a […]

 The News Wheel

Analysts Expect Oil Prices to Temporarily Rise by as Much as 13 Percent

Analysts Expect Oil Prices to Temporarily Rise by as Much as 13 Percent

One of the major factors keeping vehicle sales so high at the moment is the inexpensive price of oil. Estimates suggest that the price of oil is preparing for a major shakeup during the upcoming months. In fact, the price of crude oil could rise by as much as 13 percent. Save on Fuel: Going […]

 The News Wheel

What Type of Oil Does My Car Need?

What Type of Oil Does My Car Need?

Step inside any auto parts store and it’s easy to get overwhelmed by the sheer number of engine oil varieties. From deciphering the numbers on the label to understanding the benefits of synthetic oil, we’re here to make the engine-oil shopping process a bit easier. Discover the differences between these four primary types of car oil to […]

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