Want to learn how to maintain your car yourself so you can enjoy better fuel economy, higher resale value, increased longevity, and fewer costly repairs? Check out these 10 car maintenance tips from our FIXD Mechanics! If you want to keep your vehicle in the best possible condition, but you don’t have a ton of money to throw at a repair shop or dealer… and you also don’t know the difference between a socket wrench and a monkey wrench, I’ve got good news: You don’t have to be a mechanic to take excellent care of your car. In fact, there

When it comes to premium vs regular gas, here’s the bottom line: Buy premium gas if your vehicle manufacturer requires it; otherwise, it’s probably not worth it. Keep reading to learn more about how to maximize engine performance when you fuel up. What Is Premium Gas? Gasoline is rated by the level of octane in the fuel mixture. The higher the octane, the more compression the fuel can withstand before detonating.  This helps prevent engine knocking in high-compression engines that are using a form of forced induction, such as a turbocharger or supercharger. In simple terms?  Premium gas is any

If you’ve been to an auto repair shop in the past year, there’s a good chance you paid more than you should’ve for service… That’s because many repair shops operate on an incentivized pay structure. In other words, mechanics get paid more to upsell you on services (which you may… or may not actually need). Here are the 5 most common upsells you’ll come across and how to respond when you experience them so you can save money and avoid getting scammed.Upsell: “Would you like us to top off your fluids today?” BEWARE: This is one of the easiest ways to

What Does the Tire Pressure Light Do and Why Is It On? The tire pressure light warns you when your tire pressure drops below a preset point. If it’s on, it means that your tires are underinflated, which could lead to increased tire wear and unsafe driving conditions. Outside temperatures can affect tire pressure. In fact, tires can lose or gain 1 PSI (pounds per square inch) for every 10 degree change in temperature. Since dropping temperatures can result in dropping tire pressure, it’s important to check tire pressure regularly, especially when winterizing your vehicle or prepping for that holiday