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Mechanic inspecting the engine bay of a car with the hood open

What Does a Purge Valve Do?

It controls when stored fuel vapor gets burned by the engine instead of escaping into the air – and it’s one of the most common causes of a check engine light. Symptoms, codes, and repair cost.

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Close-up of a car being polished by hand during a wax application

How Often Should You Wax Your Car?

Every 2-4 months is the general rule, but the water beading test tells you more than any calendar. Wax type and San Diego’s sun and salt air change the math.

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Car interior with clean white leather seats and dashboard, the source of new car smell

How to Keep New Car Smell Longer

New car smell comes from VOCs off-gassing, and heat is what burns through it fastest. How to preserve it, and the health trade-off worth knowing about.

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