Chapo's Auto and Tire

08/28/2026

Some components to replace or service after 200,000 miles include the timing belt, water pump, alternator, fuel pump, and automatic transmission fluid.

08/21/2026

Sure, they'd be too expensive to build, probably unsafe, and break almost instantly, but look how cool these cabins are.

08/14/2026

Hot pavement puts tires through a serious workout, so small maintenance mistakes deserve more attention than they might get on a mild spring morning.

Hot August pavement puts tires through a serious workout, so small maintenance mistakes deserve more attention than they might get on a mild spring morning. Underinflation, worn tread, old rubber, and neglected damage can all create problems when tires spend hour after hour rolling across hot roads....

08/07/2026

Regular inspection and replacement of your car's important parts is vital to keeping it running, and these ones are worth checking, even if nothing seems off.

07/24/2026

Car maintenance can get pretty arcane, but lots of simple pitfalls can be avoided by consulting the owner's manual, as most mechanics know.

07/17/2026

Some cars are just old, but others are truly obsolete. Here are the key differences between timeless classics and dead automotive technology.

05/29/2026

Tires are often the most underrated part of your vehicle. They might not be as flashy as big twin-turbo engines or massive ...

Driving on worn-down tires is dangerous, but avoiding these mistakes can alleviate some of the risks.

04/06/2026

Vehicle wheel maintenance is integral for vehicle safety, and it goes much farther than simply checking to ensure your tires are inflated properly.

Some oft-overlooked tire and wheel care tips include tightening your lug nuts, getting your wheels balanced, and maintaining your valve stems.

01/16/2026

When it comes to the world of concept cars, interior design is often paid less attention to than it should. Flashy bodywork designs, paint finishes...

This fascinating Nissan concept took inspiration from a classic design and adapted it to the future.

01/09/2026

With holiday season travel over with, motorists may be looking to perform whatever maintenance their vehicles need for the dead of...

WITH holiday season travel over with, motorists may be looking to perform whatever maintenance their vehicles need for the dead of winter. Although some may try to skirt certain maintenance procedu…