Check Out This Christmas-Themed ’57 Chevy

December 18th, 2015 by
Small red and white gift boxes on a light grey table

Christmas fanatics often get pretty creative with their holiday light displays, so we’re sure you’ve seen some innovative ideas over the years. However, have you ever seen someone feature a classic 1957 Chevy as part of their lighting show? One couple in Colorado came up with the idea, taking advantage of their stored Chevy Bel…

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How to Choose the Right Transmission Fluid, and Why It’s Important

December 18th, 2015 by
Mechanic pouring transmission fluid under the hood of vehicle through a grey funnel

For nearly every driver, there are a few common maintenance tasks that a car will need regularly. Pretty much every driver knows (or should know) that your engine oil needs replacing about every 5,000 miles or every six months, whichever comes first. This, along with filter changes and brake inspections, is about as far as…

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Chevy Equinox Trim Levels

December 17th, 2015 by
Red 2016 Chevrolet Equinox SUV parked diagonally in an all-black room

The 2016 Chevrolet Equinox has been restyled with a fresh face and a new trim level structure. Chevy looks like they are serious about making the Equinox a contender for the compact SUV market. With a total of four trim levels being offered and a plethora of customization options, it looks like the new Equinox…

Chevy’s Impressive New Powertrains for the 2016 Chevy Camaro

December 17th, 2015 by
Black 2016 Chevrolet Camaro parked on open ground in front of tall rocky hills

No matter how beautiful something is on the outside, it’s important to remember that it’s what’s inside that counts. More than just a good life lesson, this truism actually pretty perfectly describes the new 2016 Chevy Camaro – although strikingly designed with seemingly limitless available customizations for that unique touch, what really makes this Camaro…

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How to Handle a Rarely-Driven Used Car

December 15th, 2015 by
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If you’re searching for a used car, you may come across some peculiar listings. If you’re lucky (depending on your point of view), you may come across a vehicle that has barely any miles on the odometer. How do you approach these vehicles? Do you jump on the opportunity to own a practically untouched vehicle,…

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How to Avoid a Transmission Failure

December 15th, 2015 by
Hands holding a transmission on a table and repairing it with tools

Transmission trouble is a pain for every car owner, but it’s not the end of the road for every car. In many cases, a transmission is repairable long before it experiences its final long drive. As long as you can avoid total transmission failure, there is still a good chance that your transmission can be…

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5 Steps to a Successful Used Car Trade-In

December 15th, 2015 by

  In a used car sale, everybody wins – the previous owner gets to unload a vehicle he or she no longer needs, and the new driver gets to walk away with a new vehicle all their own. In most situations, this is a mutually beneficial relationship, with each party benefitting from the sale. What…

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Then and Now: A Look at the Camaro

December 11th, 2015 by
Red 2016 Chevrolet Camaro driving on a paved road past tall grass and mountains

The Camaro is one of the iconic power-house cars that have been around for years, and is still a favorited car among hot-rod enthusiasts. It’s exciting to think that the 2016 Chevy Camaro release is just around the corner, and is sure to be the best one yet. Especially after the rough history of these…

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How to Spot Transmission Trouble Yourself

December 11th, 2015 by
Mechanic servicing a transmission

A well-functioning car is a lot like a well-functioning body: each part does its own specialized task and, when all parts work together correctly, the body is healthy and works well. This is the same for a car, which has specialized parts throughout that all have a specific job to do. And, much like a…

Why You Shouldn’t Fix Your Own Transmission

December 10th, 2015 by

In car repair terms, transmission repair is a pretty big doozie. Often, this is a major operation – and that means expensive. For gearheads and garage tinkerers, bringing your car to a mechanic might seem like something to avoid. True, with some basic mechanical knowledge a lot of minor problems can be fixed without a…

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