by Mark S. Taylor | May 29, 2025 | Maintenance
Raindrops on your shoulder while you’re sitting in your car? Sounds poetic—until you realize it’s not magic, it’s a leaky sunroof . I’ve been there: cruising down the road when out of nowhere, a drip hits my arm. Long story short, my Tiguan’s sunroof had...
by Mark S. Taylor | Apr 19, 2025 | Maintenance
Imagine this: you’re towing your trailer, and suddenly, the lights go out. No signals. No brake lights. Just you, hoping other drivers can read your mind. It’s happened to me too, and let me tell you—it’s not fun. That’s why knowing how to fix trailer lights is so...
by Mark S. Taylor | Mar 18, 2025 | Maintenance
If your car hesitates when you press the gas, the throttle position sensor (TPS) might be the issue. Luckily, resetting the TPS is often an easy fix. In this guide, I’ll show you exactly how to reset your TPS. Whether you drive a Ford F150, a Chevy Silverado, or...
by Mark S. Taylor | Mar 17, 2025 | Maintenance
Ever driven your car and suddenly heard strange clicking or popping noises when turning corners? I’ve been there, and trust me, it’s unsettling. Knowing how to tell which CV joint is bad can save you from bigger problems and higher repair bills later on. Today,...
by Mark S. Taylor | Mar 11, 2025 | Maintenance
Ever hit the gas and felt your car hesitate like it’s half asleep? That’s your throttle body crying for help—it controls air to your engine, and when it’s off, your ride stumbles. I’ve tinkered with cars for years, once fixing a laggy pickup that had me stumped ‘til I...
by Mark S. Taylor | Mar 7, 2025 | Maintenance
Ever had that nagging worry about whether your trailer is still where you left it? Knowing how to lock a trailer hitch can save you from that stress. I’ve been towing for years, and I’ve learned firsthand what works—and what doesn’t—when it comes to keeping a trailer...
