There are plenty of reasons to junk an old car, but can persistent overheating be one of them? Movies and TV shows love to portray stranded motorists along the side of the road with steaming hoods, but engine overheating problems are no joke. While some older vehicles might have been more tolerant, newer aluminum block engines quickly fail when exposed to extreme temperatures. Of course, you don't need to drive your car to the scrapper at the first sign of your temperature needle extending past the middle of the range. [Read More]

You may not pay much attention to the windshield wipers on your car, but if they won't come on when it's raining, you could have an emergency on your hands. A few things may be wrong with your wipers if they aren't turning on. If they don't work at all, or if an arm is snapped off, take your car to an auto repair shop on a sunny day so your wipers are ready for the next rain. [Read More]

Selling your grounded car is quite an easy option and saves you time and money. The process generally doesn't require any advertisements or marketing. Often, salvage yards and auto dealers use environmentally-friendly disposal practices for car parts they don't need. But what determines the price of your old car? The following explores important factors junk car dealers consider when giving a quote. 1. Condition of the Vehicle Is your vehicle in terrible shape? [Read More]

A major transmission repair or, worse yet, the need to replace your vehicle's transmission can be a costly endeavor.Thankfully you can often prolong the life of your transmission and avoid major repairs by addressing minor issues with your transmission in a quick and efficient manner.However, to accomplish this goal, you will first need to learn how to spot the warning signs that your vehicle's transmission needs to be serviced. If you spot any of the telltale signs described below, be sure to contact your auto mechanic as soon as possible so that your transmission can be looked at and any necessary repairs can be made. [Read More]