Posts by M. Cheep

0W-20 vs. 5W-20: What’s the Real Difference? With all the buzz around multi-grade oils these days, it’s easy to get lost in the details. Cheaper options are popping up everywhere,…

Understanding a Seized Engine: Symptoms, Causes, and What to Do A seized engine is a nightmare for any car owner. If it happens while driving, it can leave a driver…

Understanding Honda's Continuously Variable Transmissions (CVTs) Continuously Variable Transmissions (CVTs) have had a rough ride in the automotive world. Known for their noisy operation and less-than-stellar performance, they haven't always…

What to Do When the Transmission Warning Light Comes On Picture this: cruising down the road, minding your own business, when suddenly, the transmission warning light pops up on the…

Why Is My Car AC Blowing Lukewarm Air? Let’s Break It Down Nothing's worse than cranking up the AC expecting a chill, only to get hit with a wave of…

Automatic vs. Manual: Which Transmission is Faster? Automatic transmissions were designed to make driving a breeze. Back in the day, most cars had manual transmissions—those stick shifts that required a…

Why Is My Car Shaking? Here Are 5 Common Reasons Spending a lot of time in a car can make anyone a bit twitchy when something doesn’t feel right. If…

Understanding AFM Lifters: What to Know About Active Fuel Management Active Fuel Management (AFM) is GM's clever tech aimed at boosting fuel efficiency. It kicks in when the engine's cruising…

15 Common Car Sensors: What They Do and Why They Matter That annoying ding from the seatbelt reminder? Just one of the many sensors working hard in a vehicle. From…

Understanding Your Car's Electrical System: The Basics The electrical system in a modern car is a complex web that even the pros sometimes struggle to decode. But don’t sweat it;…