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Many have to do with the fact that a richer fuel mixture is required when an engine is cold, and even more so when it’s cold outside.
Despite some horror stories, there are no data so far that EVs overall are a lot more expensive to fix than ICE vehicles that are comparable in age and price.
In a word, the car exhaust smoke is caused by condensation — in two separate events. It’s similar to why you can see your breath on a winter day.
Problems with your vehicle’s catalytic converter might first become apparent through poor acceleration, a rotten-egg smell from the exhaust, or the check-engine light coming on.
A dirty air filter won’t allow your engine to “breathe” as freely as it should, reducing the performance of your car.
While changing your oil every 3,000 miles was standard practice many years ago, modern lubricants and advances in engine materials and tolerances have largely made that frequency unnecessary.
Even though a wheel alignment isn’t a normal maintenance item, and there isn’t a set mileage or time interval for having it done, you should recognize the indications for when it might be needed for your vehicle.
How often you need to change your car’s brake fluid is covered in the maintenance section of your owner’s manual, and it can vary greatly.
What may need recharging in your car’s air-conditioning system is the refrigerant that circulates through the system to create cold air.
If you find yourself turning the key to no avail, here's a quick rundown on jump-starting your car.