Articles

• Cheap Brake Jobs Are NOT Worth It!
  The Monday Morning Mechanic explains why cheap brake jobs are not just a bad deal...they are dangerous, too.
• Save $ Even When Your AC is on!
  The Monday Morning Mechanic explains how you can save money on gas, even when you have to run your Air Conditioning!
• New Gas Saving Tips
  The Monday Morning Mechanic gives some great ways to improve your gas mileage and save yourself some $$$!
• Avoid Rocking Your Car!
  The Monday Morning Mechanic shows some of the expensive reasons why rocking your can when you are stuck is a BAD idea!
• Why You Should Change Your Coolant Sooner than 100K Miles
  The Monday Morning Mechanic explains why changing your coolant once a year can save you money!
• Fix Leaks RIGHT AWAY!
  The Monday Morning Mechanic explains how fixing leaks RIGHT AWAY can save you more money in the long run!
• All About Windshield Wipers
  You have probably never really thought much about your windshield wipers, but the Monday Morning Mechanic explains how different kinds of wipers can keep you SAFELY on the ROAD!
• Items to bring on Spring Break Road Trips
  The Monday Morning Mechanic shows some of the items you should think about bringing on your next road trip!
• MORE Gas Saving Tips
  There are never enough ways to save money on gas! The Monday Morning Mechanic shows some more ways to save a bundle at the pump.
• NEVER Ignore Belts
  The Monday Morning Mechanic shows some of the reasons why ignoring belts on your car is a BAD idea!
• Spend Some Now, Save Later
  The Monday Morning Mechanic shows some of the ways that you can save money in the long run by spending a little now.
• The Danger of Potholes
  The Monday Morning Mechanic shows some of the ways that potholes can damage your car...and how much money you can save by getting your car checked out right away.
• Taking Care of Your Transfer Case
  The Monday Morning Mechanic explains the importance of taking care of the transfer case in your 4-wheel drive vehicle.
• All Oil Changes Are NOT The Same!
  The Monday Morning Mechanic shows why NOT all oil changes are created equal!
• Introducing Flare Alert, A GREAT Tool For Your Car
  The Monday Morning Mechanic shows off a new life-saving device for your car.
• Small Repairs Now can Prevent HUGE Expenses Later
  The Monday Morning Mechanic shows some of the ways that you can save in the long run by spending some money now.
• Holiday Gifts for Your Car
  The Monday Morning Mechanic shows some toys and gadgets that you can give to your car (and yourself!).
• Shocks & Struts
  The Monday Morning Mechanic explains the role of shocks and struts in your car, and how keeping them in good condition can save you money.
• Timing Belts
  The Monday Morning Mechanic explains the role of timing belts in your car, and the importance of keeping it in good condition.
• A/C Checkups Part I
  In this first part, the Monday Morning Mechanic begins to explain what goes into an air conditioning checkup at a good repair facility.
• A/C Checkups Part II
  In this second part, the Monday Morning Mechanic finishes explaining what goes into an air conditioning checkup at a good repair facility.
• New Car Thieves
  The Monday Morning Mechanic shows how a new type of car thief can steal your car.
• How to Check Brake Fluid
  The Monday Morning Mechanic shows you how to check your brake fluid level, so you can always know how soon you need to visit a repair shop.
• Gas Saving Tips
  The Monday Morning Mechanic explains some great ways to save money on gas.
• Cabin Air Filters
  The Monday Morning Mechanic explains the role that cabin air filters play in keeping the air you breathe clean.
• Motor Vac Service
  A MotorVac service can do wonders for your car. The Monday Morning Mechanic explains what such a service actually does, and how it can help save you money.
• Beat The Heat - Change Your Coolant!
  The Monday Morning Mechanic demonstrates what heat can do to a car that is not being properly cooled.
• Don't Ignore Noises!
  The Monday Morning Mechanic explains why ignoring noises coming from your car can be expensive! Noises mean something\'s wrong, and ignoring them can lead to big costs down the road.
• Heat KILLS Batteries
  David Rogers explains what heat can do to your vehicle\'s battery, as well as what you can do to remove corrosion and get the battery functioning properly again.
• Heat Fluctuations Can Take A Toll on your Tires
  David Rogers explains what heat can do to your tires, and why frequent inspections are more important than ever.
• What to Know Before Towing A Trailer
  David Rogers, the Monday Morning Mechanic, explains what you need to know before using your vehicle to pull a trailer.
• How Many Miles Before An Oil Change???
  David Rogers, the Monday Morning Mechanic, demonstrates why waiting longer than 3,000 miles before an oil change is never a good idea.
• Keeping Your Fuel System Clean Can Mean BIG Savings!
  The Monday Morning Mechanic shows why a clean fuel injection system can save you a ton of money on fuel costs. He also lights his hand on fire a couple of times.
• Buying a Used Car
  Buying a used car can save you thousands of dollars, but only if you do your homework first. The Monday Morning Mechanic offers advice and a checklist that can help you make a smart decision when buying a used car.
• Winterize Your Car Now Before The First Big Snow!
  The Monday Morning Mechanic shows some ways that you can get your car ready for winter BEFORE the first big snow!
• Choose the RIGHT Tires This Winter!
  David Rogers, the Monday Morning Mechanic, explains how different tires can make a BIG difference this winter in the ice and snow!
• Before the ice and snow, take care of your CV Boots!
  The Monday Morning Mechanic shows what a lack of maintenance can do to a car\'s drive shaft and CV boots, and how taking care of them can save you lots of money in the long run.
• Why Taking Care of Your Exhaust System is Important!
  David Rogers, the Monday Morning Mechanic, shows why preventative maintenance is less expensive and much less inconvenient when it comes to your vehicle\'s exhaust system (and the rest of your car\'s components, too!).
• What to do when the Check Engine Light Comes On
  David Rogers, the Monday Morning Mechanic, explains what a \'check engine\' light means, and what a trained mechanic will do when you bring your car in.
• Why Transmission Fluid is SO IMPORTANT
  David Rogers, the Monday Morning Mechanic, shows what transmission fluid SHOULD look like, what it SHOULDN\'T look like, and what role the fluid plays inside of the transmission using a cutaway example.
• Have your headlights cleaned, not replaced!
  David Rogers, the Monday Morning Mechanic shows how a repair shop can clean your headlights so they\'re like new for much cheaper than replacing them.
• Potholes Can Really Do A Number On Your Car
  David Rogers, the Monday Morning Mechanic, shows what kind of damage that potholes can do to your car, and explains why having your can inspected immediately after can save you lots of money.
• Brake Fluid is Critical
  David Rogers, the Monday Morning Mechanic, explains why brake fluid is one of the most important fluids on your car, and why using an ASE Certified Master Technician is so important for your health and safety.
• Don't Leave Home Without A Roadside Emergency Kit!
  David Rogers, the Monday Morning Mechanic, shows some great tools, gadgets, and essentials to keep in your car in case of emergency.
• Freezing temps can ruin car windows...if you're not careful
  The Monday Morning Mechanic, David Rogers, shows how cold can play a part in breaking your motorized car windows if you\'re not careful.
• Your Clutch, and Why to Choose ASE Master Certified Techs
  The Monday Morning Mechanic, David Rogers, shows how a clutch works, and why brining your vehicle to a trusted repair shop with ASE Certified Master technicians can save you money.
• Do you know your coolant?
  David Rogers, the Monday Morning Mechanic, shows why taking your car to trusted and certified shop is more essential than ever when it comes to getting the correct coolant for your vehicle.
• Easy Ways to Save some Gas Money!
  David Rogers, the Monday Morning Mechanic, shows some easy ways to improve your gas mileage and get more miles for your dollars!
• Keep you car clean to maintain its value
  David Rogers, the Monday Morning Mechanic, shows some great ways to keep your car clean and keep its value up.
• Fix Your Windshield Chips and Cracks!
  David Rogers, the Monday Morning Mechanic, shows how a repair shop can fix your windshield chips or cracks before they get worse and you need to have the window replaced!
• Breathe easier this spring!
  Whether you suffer from allergies, or just want your heat/air conditioning/defrost to work better, David Rogers, the Monday Morning Mechanic shows why changing the cabin air filter can make a big difference!
• Go GREEN with your car this Earth Day!
  David Rogers, the Monday Morning Mechanic, shows some ways to make your car more eco-friendly in time for Earth Day, including a MotorVac service!
• See Clearly this Spring to Stay Safe!
  David Rogers, the Monday Morning Mechanic, shows some great, inexpensive ways to keep your vision clear and keep you safely on the road, no matter WHAT weather you\'ll face this Spring! Includes recommendations for wipers, lights, and cleaners.
• Why CHEAP brake jobs are NEVER worth it!
  David Rogers, the Monday Morning Mechanic, shows what you ACTUALLY get for a $99 brake job: cheap parts and incompetent labor!
• Take care of your CLUTCH!
  David Rogers, the Monday Morning Mechanic, shows why clutches fail, and gives some tips on how to keep your clutch working longer (saving you money!).
• You can't save money by NOT performing car maintenance!
  David Rogers, the Monday Morning Mechanic, shows what \'saving money\' by skipping out on maintenance for your car can do...including destroyed water pumps, corroding metal, and thousands of dollars in repairs. You can save thousands upon thousands of dollars by keeping your car around for an extra ten years, but only if you keep up on preventative maintenance like changing your coolant!
• What NOT to do to save money on gas!
  David Rogers, the Monday Morning Mechanic, explains why many of the products that claim to boost fuel efficiency are full of bologna. Fortunately, there are some ways to save money on gas even if you can\'t afford a more fuel efficient car, including replacing the fuel filter.
• Going cheap on A/C service can leave you feeling the heat!
  David Rogers, the Monday Morning Mechanic, shows why having your Air Conditioning inspected and serviced by an ASE Certified technician will keep you cool this summer!
• Before your vacation, take 10 minutes for a pre-trip checkup
  David Rogers, the Monday Morning Mechanic, shows you what components you should be sure to take 10 minutes to have checked out before you leave on your summer vacation.
• Extended Warranties...are they a GOOD THING?
  David Rogers, the Monday Morning Mechanic talks about the good and the bad when it comes to an extended warranty for your vehicle. Included: what is covered, what is NOT covered, and what to look for in the fine print if you decide to get the extended warranty for your car.
• Maintaining your suspension can mean savings at the pump!
  David Rogers, the Monday Morning Mechanic, shows how maintaining shocks, struts and other suspension components can meaning saving money on gas and tires, and can keep you safely on the road.
• You can't save money by skipping maintenance!
  The Monday Morning Mechanic, David Rogers, explains why skipping maintenance can\'t save you money: it means more money spent at the pump AND more money spent at the mechanic to replace failing parts. This includes even the smallest components of an engine, like spark plugs and spark plug wires, distributor caps, and fuel injectors.
• What you need to know if you have a 4-wheel drive vehicle!
  David Rogers, the Monday Morning Mechanic, shows what can happen to 4-Wheel or All-Wheel drive cars and trucks that don\'t take care of their differential. What might have been an inexpensive fluid change can quickly become a serious repair!
• Make sure your air conditioning is there when you need it!
  Whether it is hot outside or you just need to de-fog your windows, you need your air conditioner to work all year round! David Rogers, the Monday Morning Mechanic, shows how technicians can use an ultraviolet dye to trace leaks in your A/C system that can lead to broken components and big repair bills.
• Get ready for fall BEFORE bad weather hits!
  David Rogers, the Monday Morning Mechanic, shows a few things that you can take care of to make sure you are ready for any weather condition. If get ready now, you can beat the rush!
• Inexpensive ways to keep your clutch working longer!
  The Monday Morning Mechanic, David Rogers, shows some inexpensive ways to maintain the clutch in your your manual transmission. This includes changing the fluid, and small changes to driving habits...easy ways to save a lot of money!
• Changing your timing belt early can save you thousands!
  Waiting until a timing belt breaks can mean the difference between a few hundred dollars to replace the belt, and a few thousand to repair your engine. David Rogers, the Monday Morning Mechanic, shows what can happen when you do not replace your timing belt, and shows you how you can save yourself some money by performing other maintenance at the same time!
• Leaky Exhausts are Especially Dangerous During Cold Months!
  The Monday Morning Mechanic (David Rogers) explains why a leaky exhaust system on a car can be especially dangerous during cold months when you have your windows rolled up. Routine inspections can catch these dangerous problems early!
• Winter Driving: what to check BEFORE it gets snowy and icy!
  The Monday Morning Mechanic shows you some easy things to check that will keep you safely on the road ALL winter long. From wipers to fluids, and belts to batteries, there are a lot of little things that you can do to make sure you are not stranded on the side of the road this winter.
• AAA's Four MOST Common Reasons for a Tow!
  The Monday Morning Mechanic goes over AAA\'s four most common reasons for needing a tow and how to PREVENT them! Here\'s how to keep your car from needing a tow because of these items...transmission fluid, brake pads and brake fluid, oil changes, and anti-freeze.
• Go GREEN with your diesel with a MotorVac Diesel service!
  The Monday Morning Mechanic shows off a new service from MotorVac for DIESEL vehicles that can improve fuel efficiency, reduce emissions, and clean out 90-95% of the carbon deposits that are in your engine robbing you of performance!
• What to look for when buying a used car!
  When you are buying a used car, it is a good idea to ALWAYS bring it in to an ASE-Certified technician. Before you do that, though, there are some things you can do to rule out many cars right away, and the Monday Morning Mechanic shows you what they are in this segment!
• Get your 4-WHEEL DRIVE ready for winter!
  The Monday Morning Mechanic shows the critical components of a four-wheel drive system, and what can happen to them without regular inspections and maintenance. Don\'t let the bad weather get the best of you...make sure your 4-wheel drive is working properly BEFORE you need it!
• Snow Tires & Chains: What you need to know BEFORE it snows!
  When the first big snow and ice storm of the season hits, be ready! Snow tires, cables and chains are indispensable, especially when driving in the mountains, but what\'s best for your car? The Monday Morning Mechanic shows the different types of tires, studs, cables and chains available, and highlights their pros and cons. Safe winter driving doesn\'t mean spending a ton of money...here are some affordable options!
• Save Yourself Time AND Money: Don't skip Car Maintenance!
  The Monday Morning Mechanic explains why skipping maintenance for your car will never save you money in the long run. Small problems quickly turn huge, expensive ones...for example, saving money by not replacing brake pads can mean replacing pads AND rotors down the road. Here\'s a few more reasons why you can\'t save money by skipping maintenance on your vehicle!
• Stuck in the snow? Try these tips instead of rocking your car!
  The Monday Morning Mechanic shows what can happen when you rock a car back and forth to free your stuck car: broken engine mounts, stripped wiring, and even transmission problems. Luckily, there\'s still plenty that you can do before you have to call AAA or a tow truck, and the Monday Morning Mechanic shows you how to free your trapped vehicle without damaging it.
• Christmas Gifts for Your Car...You Might Like Them Too!
  The Monday Morning Mechanic shows off some of the coolest gadgets out this year for your car! From in-dash GPS systems to the always-indispensable FLARE Alert, these are some gifts that any car -- or driver -- will love.
• Avoid Breakdowns by Keeping your Battery Clean!
  The Monday Morning Mechanic shows how to keep your car\'s battery and cables clean of corrosion so you can make sure you\'re never stranded because of a dead battery! Included in this video is how to make your own, cheap battery terminal cleaner with some household items.
• Hit a pothole or curb? Get your alignment fixed ASAP!
  The Monday Morning Mechanic shows how hitting a pothole or curb can lead to broken shocks and struts and misaligned wheels. These can lead to decreased fuel efficiency, tires that wear much faster than normal, and wasted money. Your best bet is to bring your vehicle into a trusted ASE-Certified repair shop and have your alignment checked along with your shocks & struts!
• Reducing Fuel Costs is EASY!
  The Monday Morning Mechanic shows how easy it is to reduce your fuel costs by increasing your fuel efficiency. No matter how much (or how little) gas costs, these things can help you save money and get more miles for your dollars!
• Clean Fuel Injectors Means Better Gas Mileage!
  Have you ever wondered how a fuel injector worked? David Rogers shows how clean fuel injectors can lead to a more efficient burn, meaning better gas mileage and lower emissions! (He also lights some stuff on fire) The secret to a clean fuel line is MotorVac, a system that cleans your entire system, from injectors to the catalytic converter.
• Change your timing belt EARLY and save BIG BUCKS!
  Changing your timing belt is not optional, but waiting until it breaks before you do can cost you thousands. While you are having it changed, though, you can have several other items addressed at the same time, which can save you a ton of money for labor. While your shop is under the hood replacing the timing belt, have them change the water pump, and the tensioners, and you\'ll save a lot in the long run.