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Many oil life monitors (OLM) display the useful life of the engine oil in percent. CONTRIBUTED
Working from home changes oil change frequency
Charger for an electric vehicle. CONTRIBUTED
Electric vehicles cause drivers concerns
After the oil has been drained, the filter can usually be disposed of as regular metal scrap. CONTRIBUTED
What is the difference between oil filters?
Electric car charger. CONTRIBUTED
Questions about electric vehicles answered
The 3 peak mountain snowflake on the sidewall of the tire indicates that it meets the traction standards for use on snow and is required during the winter month in many states and some Canadian provinces. James Halderman photo
Do you know what kind of tires to buy?
A programmer designed to change the ignition timing and other parameters within the engine controller. The stock settings are retrieved and stored in the unit and replaced with one of three optional “tunes”. Most tunes require the use of premium fuel if the higher performance versions are selected. James Halderman photo
Reader asks about high-performance tuners
A programmer designed to change the ignition timing and other parameters within the engine controller. The stock settings are retrieved and stored in the unit and replaced with one of three optional “tunes”. Most tunes require the use of premium fuel if the higher performance versions are selected. James Halderman photo
Reader asks about high-performance tuners
The 12-volt battery used in a Lexus NX 300h hybrid electric vehicle is located in the rear area under the floor. James Halderman photo
Reader asks about battery voltage
Using a gas stabilizer is recommended by most experts if any gasoline-powered piece of equipment is going to be stored, especially if longer than 90 days. James Halderman photo
Reader questions starting an old generator
Most experts recommend that the oil be changed when the oil life monitor indicates that it is time to change oil soon or when the useful life reaches 10%. James Halderman photo
Reader asks about initial oil change
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