Rochester, New York – October 22, 2025 – PRESSADVANTAGE – As temperatures drop and road-salt season approaches, automotive expert Todd Bialaszewski, founder of Junk Car Medics, is warning drivers not ...

The oil drain plug is typically a reusable part in older cars with old-school metal or aluminum oil pans. With most only needing a rubber O-ring or crush washer replacement whenever they're reinserted ...

It might seem unusual to drain a vehicle's windshield washer fluid, but there are legitimate reasons why this is an essential maintenance activity. I experienced this firsthand last year with a Ford ...

We surveyed mechanics nationwide to give you a better idea of what fixing your car’s AC might cost, whether you need a simple recharge or a full compressor replacement. The quotes we gathered averaged ...

As temperatures rise during the summer, the need for an efficiently operating car air conditioning system increases. However, many drivers face unexpected problems with the cooling system, which can ...

BAKERSFIELD, Calif. (KGET) — Three-digit temperatures can already feel like too much, but driving with the windows down due to leaky air conditioning can lead to other health-related concerns, such as ...

Qualifying California residents may get up to 90% off of their AC repair through the Cool Air Rebate Program BAKERSFIELD, Calif. (KERO) — Nathan Perrine, the executive director of the Car Care Council ...

I was talking with my neighbour the other night, and it turns out we’ve both just had the (air-conditioning) condensers in our Chevy pickups done. Ask a Mechanic is written by Brian Early, a Red ...

Few things are as welcoming as a car’s AC on a steamy summer day. But what do you do when the air coming out of your vents smells like a sweaty sock? “What you’re probably smelling is the condensation ...

A dead battery after a couple of weeks could be due to a faulty battery or parasitic draw. Undercarriage washes help remove salt and sand, while spray wax is minimally effective and can smudge glass.

Per AutoZone, there are several reasons why your car's AC may not be blowing cold air. Leaks and compressor issues are two of the most common problems. Some problems can be easily fixed while others ...