Tag: maintenance
135 Posts
May 08, 2018
Keeping a Vacation Home Vehicle Ready to Go
How best to treat a car that stays at a vacation home.
Feb 20, 2018
Keeping a Older Car without Losing Your Shirt
As a car ages, it's good to give it a once-over.
Jun 01, 2016
When is Replacing An Air Filter a Dirty Sales Trick?
Gary's mechanic says his air filter is filthy after only 5,000 miles. Is this possible--or a sales gimmick?
May 25, 2016
Scheduled Maintenance
The idiot lights on Tom Bodett's dashboard could be useful in lots of places. Like his forehead, for example.
Apr 26, 2016
Dealership or Indy Mechanic for the New-ish Car?
Should you stick with your dealership or look for an independent mechanic? Pablo wants to know his options for his Avalon.
Oct 20, 2015
What to Check on a 10 Year Old Inherited Car?
John's grandaughter is coming to live with him and she's bringing a inherited car with 100K miles on it. He wants to make sure this car is in good shape. What should he have his mechanic check out?
Oct 12, 2015
Americans Defer Car Repairs Big Time (Especially if They Don't Trust Their Mechanics)
Thirty five percent of us put off auto maintenance until tomorrow, even though it ends up costing more in the end. It helps if you trust your local dealer or garage.
Sep 01, 2015
Should Lee Replace Parts Before Long Trip?
Lee's taking a cross-country road trip in a fifteen year old car. Does Car Talk recommend any preventative maintenance before the trip? Find out here.
Aug 13, 2015
Routine Maintenance: What Can You Skip?
Lilian's car is due for routine maintenance, but she's on a fixed income. What's critical to her car and what can she skip? Car Talk's answer, right here.
