Using a lubricant when installing spark plugs was once common practice, but today, you might want to think twice before adding anything to your spark plug threads.
A Master Technician and nationally known trainer joins the Shop Press family. Say hello to Pete Meier!
Female metric square drive plugs were new to me. They might be to you, too.
Each line item confirms it—cheating doesn’t pay.
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The commander-in-chief’s road transportation, from LBJ’s Lincoln Continental to “The Beast.”
Get ready for an increase in fuel system corrosion repairs on older vehicles and small engines.
Car mods to do first: auto technicians’ favorites!
The Tucker 48 had many innovative design features, but was Preston a scam artist?
Low new car inventory, inflation, and rising interest rates have all caused people to keep their vehicles at historic levels.
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Auto care news and advice you can use.
Patching a punctured tire is a common job, but are you up to date on the latest guidance for safe plug locations?
This seemingly-impolite question can defuse tense situations in the shop or auto parts store.
23 of the most informative, interesting, and funny car-related accounts on the socials
Despite being fascinating, breakthrough innovations, they were hated when first introduced, and are now routinely stolen for scrap.
His lofty intentions were misconstrued into a shopworn excuse for building crummy cars
Especially for your mechanically-inclined clientele, sometimes a fingerful of clean grease is a lifesaver.
A fellow YouTuber recommended it. Why not give it a try?
Two solutions for yellowed, hazy headlights.
