Good tip. Most people will likely have something like this in their own toolbox.  Read more

Good tip. Most people will likely have something like this in their own toolbox. 

If they are already mounted and balanced on separate sets of wheels that’s definitely something worth considering. For someone who is not a car guy, this might be a bit more advanced but still possible.  Read more

If they are already mounted and balanced on separate sets of wheels that’s definitely something worth considering.…

I agree. This is an article written for the average car owner. It can be useful to be shared by Jalopnik readers with their “non car guy” friends and relatives.  Read more

I agree. This is an article written for the average car owner. It can be useful to be shared by Jalopnik readers…

An electric car is not a bad choice but still comes with necessary maintenance. Just different in some ways than your standard gas vehicle. Read more

An electric car is not a bad choice but still comes with necessary maintenance. Just different in some ways than…

The question that I was answering was “I’m not a car guy, what maintenance should I consider doing at home?” Read more

The question that I was answering was “I’m not a car guy, what maintenance should I consider doing at home?”

You can, but for most people it's a hassle and time consuming. The items on this list are easy to do and hard to screw up! Read more

You can, but for most people it's a hassle and time consuming. The items on this list are easy to do and hard to…

K&N is a good option for some people definitely. Just making sure to keep the filter changed and clean no matter what you choose to replace it with it essential.  Read more

K&N is a good option for some people definitely. Just making sure to keep the filter changed and clean no matter…

Agreed! Thanks for reading.  Read more

Agreed! Thanks for reading. 

Some people prefer to have one. At $5, it's not a huge investment and doesn't ever need to be replaced unless you loose it.  Read more

Some people prefer to have one. At $5, it's not a huge investment and doesn't ever need to be replaced unless you…

During my time working in shops, I often saw people over zealous with maintenence and over inflating their time. That caused uneven wear and an uncomfortable ride. Bottom line is that tires should be inflated to the proper PSI based on the tire information label on the inside of the driver door. Under and over… Read more

During my time working in shops, I often saw people over zealous with maintenence and over inflating their time.…

For some people, like you of course, maintaining your own car will definitely pay off though :) I focus my writing for the average drivers not the DIY specialist. Doing your own maintenance for many people can end up costing them more than getting their car repairs by a professional.   Read more

For some people, like you of course, maintaining your own car will definitely pay off though :) I focus my writing…

Great choices if you do your own maintenance. And that trickle charger is more important than ever during this social isolation period where folks aren't driving their cars much.  Read more

Great choices if you do your own maintenance. And that trickle charger is more important than ever during this…

No, I meant overinflated.  Overinflated tires are prone to blowouts.. https://www.google.com/amp/s/blog.firestonecompleteautocare.com/tires/what-if-you-overinflate-car-tires/ Read more

No, I meant overinflated.  Overinflated tires are prone to blowouts.. https://www.google.com/amp/s/blog.firestonecomp…

Good call! Thanks for sharing your suggestions. To be fair, I prefer changing my oil on a lift in the shop and avoid laying on the group altogether haha but not everyone has that luxury.  Read more

Good call! Thanks for sharing your suggestions. To be fair, I prefer changing my oil on a lift in the shop and avoid…

Thanks friend! And I enjoy writing about cars for the average driver not the DIYer. That's my passion. Well that and uplifting the voices of women in the automotive industry.  Read more

Thanks friend! And I enjoy writing about cars for the average driver not the DIYer. That's my passion. Well that and…

Now that's definitely true.  Read more

Now that's definitely true. 

Here in the US most states require waste oil to be accepted for free at garages. Many part stores also have disposal abilities and often don't charge anything for that.  Read more

Here in the US most states require waste oil to be accepted for free at garages. Many part stores also have disposal…

You are totally right. If you can takes regular oil and not synthetic you can get it changed fairly inexpensively. Once you get into the 10 quart synthetic oil changes you're looking at $150+ in many cases. Luckly that now we are in the midst of an unusual health crisis and some people want a project to take on.  Read more

You are totally right. If you can takes regular oil and not synthetic you can get it changed fairly inexpensively.…

If they are available, disposable gloves work well. In my area they are impossible to find right now. Read more

If they are available, disposable gloves work well. In my area they are impossible to find right now.

Generally I agree with you that changing you own oil can be time consuming and not worth the hassle. This, however, article is published during an extraordinary time when people might be interested in doing it themselves. A risk only the car owner themselves can choose to take.  Read more

Generally I agree with you that changing you own oil can be time consuming and not worth the hassle. This, however, …