Going for a diesel truck
2006-05-21
Using diesel trucks to do your heavy pulling has a lot of advantages, but there are a few things Scotty says you need to be mindful of if you purchase one.
2006-05-14
Summer's here, and hot weather is a certainty in Houston. But what if your car's air conditioning isn't blowing cold air? You're going to be looking for a leak.
2006-05-07
Are you worried that your SUV will roll over during fast maneuvering? Scotty Kilmer has some tips on how to keep your SUV upright.
2006-04-30
Scotty gives you tips on how to avoid getting a lemon of a used car.
Protect your windshield wipers
2006-04-23
Keeping your windshield wipers in good condition will not only help them last longer, but they'll keep you safer on the roads.
2006-04-16
There's a fairly easy way to get rid of that stinky odor from your vehicle's air conditioning.
2006-04-11
If you thought all SUVs got bad gas mileage you're in for a surprise. Some new ones are getting as much as 35 miles a gallon -- even in the city.
2006-04-04
Riding motorcycles can be a dangerous pastime since they are often hard to see. Scotty Kilmer demonstrates a new device for your helmet that may make it easier for other drivers to see you.
Reprogram your vehicle's computer
2006-03-28
Just like with home computers, the software in a car or truck might also need an upgrade to keep it running smoothly. Scotty Kilmer demonstrates a device that can reprogram a vehicle's computer without having to take anything apart.
2006-03-21
Unless you have a diesel engine, your vehicle's engine uses spark plugs to burn the fuel mixture. Over time the electrodes ware out and the spark plugs need to be replaced.
Slime to help prevent flat tires
2006-03-14
A can of Slime can help keep you from getting stuck on the side of the road with a flat tire.
Clean out carbon for better gas mileage
2006-03-07
Is your vehicle turning into a gas-devouring monster? As vehicles age, carbon can often build up in both the engine and the fuel injectors, causing it to burn more gas. A new product cleans the fuel injectors right on the vehicle without having to take anything apart.
2006-02-28
Are you looking for ways to get better gas mileage? Car care expert Scotty Kilmer has some tips for you on how to squeeze the extra miles out of your tank.
2006-02-21
Auto repair nerds on CD
2006-02-14
Question and answer segment with 11 News car care expert Scotty Kilmer.
2006-02-07
Scotty Kilmer has some suggestions for information you can give him in the message board to help him answer your car care questions correctly the first time.
Finding source of check engine light
2006-01-31
Has your vehicle's check engine light ever come on and you have no idea what the problem is? There are several ways you can locate the source.
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