Posts by M. Cheep

Understanding the O/D Off Light: What It Means for Drivers The “O/D Off” light is a common sight on American car dashboards. If it pops up while cruising, don’t sweat…

What’s That Grinding Noise When Accelerating? If a car’s making a grinding noise when it’s time to hit the gas, it’s not just a quirky soundtrack—it's a sign that something’s…

Understanding the Color of Antifreeze: Green vs. Orange Unlike M&M's, where color means nothing for flavor, the color of antifreeze tells a whole different story. The shade of coolant in…

What to Do When Your Car Won’t Start and Makes No Noise Nothing's worse than jumping into the car and realizing it won’t start—especially when it’s silent as a tomb.…

What Does XLT Really Mean on Ford Trucks? There’s a popular myth floating around that the XLT on a Ford truck stands for “Extra Long Truck.” Spoiler alert: it doesn’t.…

The Lowdown on Coolant: Why It Shouldn’t Just Disappear Keeping an eye on coolant levels is crucial for engine health. Without it, engines can overheat and even seize up. If…

Is Your Alternator Acting Up? Here’s What to Know Imagine this: it’s early morning, and after getting ready for work, the car just won’t start. A quick turn of the…

Is Your Alternator Overcharging Your Battery? Here’s What to Know Think the alternator might be overcharging the battery? It happens. And it can lead to blown fuses and batteries that…

Why Is My Car Revving on Its Own? Here’s What to Know If a car starts revving on its own—whether it's idling or cruising down the road—it's not just a…

Fixing Power Steering Assist Fault: A Straightforward Guide A power steering assist fault might not feel like the end of the world, but it definitely deserves some attention. While it’s…