5 Causes of Oil on Spark Plugs (or In the Wells)

oil on spark plug

Most motorists at least partially understand the function of a vehicle’s spark plugs, recognizing the importance of these pint-sized engine components. After all, a spark-ignition engine would be of little real value without a reliable source of spark. However, a spark plug is only able to function as intended, if … Read more

6 Car Fluids That You Need to Check Regularly

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Most car owners understand that regular oil changes are vital for their vehicle’s performance and longevity. But did you also know that there are other car fluids that need to be checked and changed at regular intervals? Multiple oils and fluids in your car can get confusing. They significantly differ … Read more

Decoding Motor Oil Weights

motor oil weights

If you’re getting ready to change your car’s engine oil yourself, you need to choose the right motor oil weight based on its viscosity. Viscosity represents the internal friction of a fluid or a gas — thick fluids have a higher viscosity and thin fluids have a lower viscosity. API … Read more