A reader asks: My car needs a new AC compressor, but the repair shop says they can’t warranty the new compressor unless I buy a new AC condenser to go with it. Why? Is this a trick to get me to spend more money? It’s probably not a trick, only it wouldn’t hurt to get […]
When it’s time to change your windshield wiper blades, you have a couple of options. You can have them replaced when you take your car in for its next oil change. You’ll pay more for the service than if you replace them yourself, but if you want to avoid the hassle of choosing and installing […]
When I talk to potential hybrid and elelctric car buyers, one of their concerns always seems to be the cost of battery replacement. If I had to guess, I’d say that this is because so many people have replaced their standard lead-acid car batteries. It’s natural to assume that you’ll have a certain expense if […]