Author name: Vedran

Vedran, is a long-time expert in the field of automotive repair. After completing school for car mechanics, Vedran has amassed years of experience working on all types of vehicles. In addition to running Vedran’s own successful car repair service, Vedran is passionate about sharing his knowledge with others and helping people take better care of their cars.

Bent Crankshaft: What Are The Symptoms And How To Fix It

A crankshaft is an essential part of the car engine. It converts the up and down motion of the pistons into rotation motion to power the car smoothly. However, it’s prone to problems like bending. You must understand the signs and the solutions to fix […]

Why Is Your Alternator Smoking? How To Fix It & Can You Drive With It

Have you ever considered how your vehicle powers the headlights, radio, and almost every electronic component it contains? You probably thought it was the battery powering up all your car’s electrical components. Still, while your battery provides the energy required to start your vehicle and

Are Chevys Prone To Rust & How To Prevent It?

Rust is common in the automotive world and a big problem for Chevys. It’s among the brands that rust loves the most. If you’re wondering whether Chevys are prone to rust and how to prevent it, this article is for you. Chevy’s usually come up

Tesla Limited Deceleration When Accelerator Is Released Explained

If you own a Tesla or any other electric vehicle model, chances are you’ve seen a message saying ‘Limited Deceleration When Accelerator Is Released.’ Depending on how familiar you are with the features of your Tesla, you may already know about regenerative braking. We’ll be

Why Is My Chrysler 300 Traction Control Light Staying On & How To Fix It?

If you own a car manufactured in 2012 or after, chances are your automobile has the traction control system, which has become a standard safety feature on cars sold in the United States. Running in the background, many drivers may not be aware of it

How To Test An Alternator Out Of A Car? Explained

You’re likely to remain stranded on the road when your alternator fails. Regular testing is the only solution to avoid this from happening to you. Perhaps you’re wondering whether you can test the alternator out of the car. Here’s our explanation. The easiest way to

Car Battery Reading 14 Volts But Won't Start: Here's Why & How To Solve It

Your car battery keeps everything running 24/7. However, it’s prone to various problems down the right. A common scenario is the car battery reading 14 volts but won’t start. You’re now wondering why this happens and how to solve it.  Your car may fail to

Are Alternators From A Junkyard Any Good? (& How To Test It)

Your car won’t start or the battery won’t charge when the alternator fails. Getting a replacement ensures you don’t get stuck on the road. Perhaps you’re wondering whether alternators from a junkyard are any good and how to test one.  Alternators from a junkyard are

Can Oil Cause An Alternator To Fail? (& How To Fix It)

The alternator charges the battery and powers electrical parts in your car. However, it’s prone to malfunctioning or breakdown because of various issues. Perhaps you’ve been wondering whether oil can cause an alternator to fail and how to fix it.  Oil can cause an alternator

What Causes A Wheel To Fall Off While Driving? Explained

Does the thought of your tire falling off while driving ever come to your mind? You are not overthinking. It happens. More often than not, tires have been known to come off automobiles in motion, and in the best-case scenario, no one gets hurt. Worst case?