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Incredible True Stories of Classic Cars Found Abandoned in Barns

It sounds like something out of a movie: a long-neglected barn, dust dancing in the single beam of sunlight that...


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The Best Do-It-Yourself Solutions For Scratched Car Paint

Car paint gets marred all too easily, but you can easily repair scratches yourself (provided they're shallow) with polishing compound,...


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How to Repair Car Paint: A DIY Fix for Chipped, Scratched and Flaking Car Paint

Our guide will show you how to remove and repair flakes, chips, dents, dings and scratches on your car's finish...


Check Out This Impressive Collection of Home Hardware Diecast Trucks

Dan Brown's 300-plus die-cast trucks are sure to impress collectors and auto enthusiasts alike.


What Most People Don’t Know About Car Bumpers

Wondering exactly what a car bumper is and how it works? There's more to it than you might think! Here's...


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20 Essential Tools No Car Mechanic Should Be Without

Car mechanics reveal the 20 automotive tools they couldn't live without, including a battery-powered impact wrench, an air ratchet, a...


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9 Things That Can Happen to Your Car When You Don’t Drive It

If you haven't picked up your car keys in a while, you should be aware of these nine things that...


How to Fix a Burn Hole in Car Upholstery

Wondering how to repair those ghastly cigarette burns in your car seat? We’ve got you covered.

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Should You Be Worried About Old Gas in Your Tank?

Exactly how much impact can old gas in your tank have on your car's performance? Our automotive experts weigh in.


The Pros and Cons of Different Types of Car Washes

When you just can’t do it yourself, there are plenty of ways to get your car washed. Whether your ride...


Building a Replica 1915 Model T Military Ambulance

Sharing a love for vintage cars, two old friends come together for one last hurrah.


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7 Car Fluids To Check Right Now

Harsh winter conditions are tough on your vehicle's fluids. Spring is a great time to check the fluids to keep...


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5 Great Online Sources for Classic Car Parts

One of the great challenges of owning a classic car is sourcing replacement car parts at a decent price. To...


How to Change Your Own Brake Fluid

Save money at the mechanic by learning how to change your own brake fluid.


Check Out This Race Car Enthusiast’s One-of-a-Kind Camaro

Warren Bergman's distinctive 2018 Camaro sports a paint job inspired by a Chevy 1956 Bel Air.


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This Is What a “Luxury Car” Looked Like 60 Years Ago

The high-end features in luxury cars from the 1960s looked a lot different than the luxury brands today, but one...


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Think You Know Your Classic Cars?

Put your knowledge of vintage vehicles to the ultimate test with our tricky classic car quiz.

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How to Change Automotive Light Bulbs

Is your car interior dark? High-mount stop lamp burnt out? Can't see in the fog? Here's how to change the...


These Vintage Car Advertisements Haven’t Aged Well

Marketing has come a long way since the '50s.


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How to Improve Brake Performance and Extend Wear

The secret is to use a new high-temperature grease.


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10 Things That Will Kill Your Car’s Resale Value

Everyone wants to get top dollar when selling a car. But these red flags stand out to potential buyers—and can...


This Is the Number One Mistake Parents Make with Car Seats in Winter

Failing to take this step before strapping your little ones into their car seats presents a major safety risk.


Here’s Why Light Snow Is Just as Dangerous as a Snowstorm

Don’t think that heading out when there’s a light dusting on the ground is harmless.

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8 Ways You’re Killing Your Car’s Resale Value

These common maintenance mistakes can send the resale value of your vehicle into a tailspin.


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9 Things You’ll Regret Leaving in Your Car This Winter

Forget about those cans of soda? You may want to check the trunk...


Sea Foam: What It Is and Why You Should Use It for Your Engine

Sea Foam has been around for over 70 years—here's why it's one of the most trusted treatments for all engines.


Protect Your Vehicle from Freezing Over with This Trick

Proper lube can prevent binding and freezing and save you the cost of a busted regulator. You can lube your...


Our Travels: The Ultimate Family Road Trip

One family drove 6,285 kilometres through four provinces, spent 23 nights camping in a tent and teepee, visited ten provincial...


How the Ford Mustang Became a Cultural Icon

Certain car brands are more than mere steel, plastic and glass, but a metaphor that breaks all conventionality. The Mustang...