Whether you’ve just been part of a fender bender or you have scraped up the front of your car, you need to think about getting it fixed right away. But, how much does it cost to repair or replace a ...

Magnus Sellén is a certified automotive diagnostic technician and the founder of Mechanic Base. He has spent more than ten years working in professional workshops diagnosing and repairing vehicles ...

Bojan Popic is a mechanical engineer and long-time automotive technician who creates and edits much of the visual and written content on Mechanic Base. His engineering background helps him explain ...

The fuel gauge sender is responsible for relaying how much gas is in the car. If you have a bad fuel gauge sender, there’s going to be trouble reading the gas level. That’s why it’s important to pay ...

Unless you are familiar with the workings of car engines, you have probably never heard of the valve cover. It’s not a part that is talked about or included with regular maintenance, so it can be ...

If you hear the dreaded clicking when you try to get your car’s engine going, you may be having trouble with your starter not engaging as it should. When the starter is not engaging, it can lead to a ...

If you’re not already using a diesel injector cleaner, now’s the time to start. A good cleaner can extend the life of your injectors, improve fuel efficiency, and keep your engine running at peak ...

Oil leaks are one of those problems that most car owners face sooner or later. No matter how well you maintain your vehicle, leaks can develop over time as seals and gaskets start to wear out. It’s a ...

If you’re tired of dealing with low tire pressure and hunting down an air compressor, only to end up paying for air, it’s time to get your own portable tire inflator. It’s one of those tools that can ...

Few things are more frustrating than chasing down a stubborn vacuum leak without the right tools. You don’t want to spend a fortune at the shop, but you also don’t want to waste money on a tool that ...

Just like people, cars come in all shapes and sizes. Each vehicle type has its own set of dimensions that make it unique from others. As you start car shopping, you may be curious about the average ...

Everyone knows it’s important to change the oil every few thousand miles, but one fluid that often gets forgotten is the antifreeze – or coolant. Even though it’s easy to overlook, antifreeze plays a ...