All articles in topic Beginner's Guide

• 'What does that wrench icon on my dashboard mean?' [Newbie Guide]

  Mar 17, 2021

  Does it mean there’s something wrong with the car?

• 'Will a PMS in another dealership void car’s warranty?' [Newbie Guide]

  Mar 01, 2021

  You might have second thoughts about getting your car checked someplace else.

• 'What is an overdrive gear and when do I use it?' [Newbie Guide]

  Mar 01, 2021

  It’s more than just the title of a popular song.

• 'What is an A/T shift lock and when do you use it?' [Newbie Guide]

  Mar 01, 2021

  That little tab on your transmission’s shift panel serves a purpose.

• ‘Is smoking inside my car against the law?’ [Newbie Guide]

  Jan 25, 2021

  Some facts you might want to take in before you light up that stick.

• ‘What’s the best position for my side mirrors?’ [Newbie guide]

  Feb 26, 2021

  Visibility and safety should always be the priority when aligning them.

• ‘Do I really need window rain visors?’ [Newbie Guide]

  Jan 13, 2021

  There are benefits and drawbacks to using them.

• ‘Do I need to set the A/C to zero when switching off my car?’ [Newbie Guide]

  Jan 06, 2021

  Manually turning it off makes for a good habit.

• 'Why doesn’t my car have a full-sized spare tire?' [Newbie Guide]

  Mar 01, 2021

  Some car owners think that this is a big deal.

• 'Is it safe for my car to switch fuel brands?' [Newbie Guide]

  Dec 14, 2020

  Many drivers balk at the thought of using a different fuel brand.

• 'Do I really need to upgrade to leather seat covers?' [Newbie Guide]

  Mar 01, 2021

  It’s part of dressing up the car and giving it a more premium look.

• 'What’s the best shade of window tint for my car?' [Newbie Guide]

  Mar 01, 2021

  Choosing the right tint depends on several factors.

• 'Is it safe to have my brand-new car detailed after purchasing?' [Newbie Guide]

  Mar 01, 2021

  The car may look new, but it goes through a lot after assembly.  

• 'My check engine light just came on. What do I do?' [Newbie Guide]

  Mar 01, 2021

  There are some things scarier than Halloween.

• Hazard lights – when and when not to use them [Newbie Guide]

  Mar 01, 2021

  It’s time motorists learned to use this feature responsibly.