What is an OBD-II scan tool?An OBD-II scan tool basically communicates with your vehicle’s onboard computer and tells you what code the computer is throwing and if there is a problem that needs to be resolved. We have all experienced the dreaded check engine light. This little amber light can …
Car care can be an expensive business. At CarUpgrade we love automobiles, so we’ve scoured the web and collected some tips to keep your car in tip top condition, without breaking the bank. Use toothpaste to clean your headlights:A cheap, easy tip that requires a little arm strength. Use some toothpaste and rub it …
Are These Points on Your Checklist? Extending the life of your car is not as difficult as you think it is. Using some simple measures, you can easily extend its life by a few years. Here are 10 relatively simple ways to extend your vehicle’s life: Tend to repairs: Every …
Follow These Guidelines to Keep Out of Trouble Whether you have passed your driving test in the first or third attempt, it doesn’t really matter. You have done the hard yards and it is now time to reap the rewards. Any experienced driver will tell you that the only way …
Are You Following This Checklist Every Winter? We often take our car for granted because of the reliability it provides every single time we start it. However, it can start acting funny once winter comes along. Here are some simple tricks to ensure that your car keeps purring along smoothly …
Never Get Taken For a Ride Again….. Sometimes you simply need to buy a used car because it makes economic sense. At times, it allows you to own that car model you always desired. Buying a used car can be tricky. Salesmen have been known to use every trick in …
Sorry to be the bearer of bad news, but car care doesn’t take a vacation between Memorial Day and Labor Day. The warmer months present some challenges to personal transportation and maintenance, but this list will help us all have a summer we can enjoy. Here are our top 10 …