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How to Get a Delaware Driver's Permit
Delaware Delaware requires that all drivers under the age of 18 obtain a learner’s permit and attend driver’s education courses before they can begin driving legally. In order to obtain a driver’s permit, there are certain steps that must be...
How Does YourMechanic Source Parts?
Car Car repair is precise work because each part has an impact on both the overall functionality of the car as well as other individual components. Have you ever wondered where your specific mechanic gets the parts to make repairs...
Child Seat Safety Laws in Oklahoma
Children, Children, if not restrained properly in motor vehicles, can be very vulnerable to injury and even death. This is why there are laws in every state governing child seat safety. The laws are predicated in common sense, so obeying...
Meet the Team: Xue Han
Xue Xue is the Principal Data Scientist at YourMechanic. As a kid, she wanted to become a fashion designer, and she loves the 60's and 70's music. Find out more about Xue’s role at YourMechanic: Can you tell us more...
B1984 OBD-II Trouble Code: Seat Switch Lumbar Inflate Circuit Failure
B1984 means there is an issue with the lumbar inflate circuit in the seat switch. This is most likely due to a faulty electrical component.
The Traveler’s Guide to Driving in Norway
Norway Norway is one of the most beautiful countries in the world, especially for those who love the great outdoors. You will find plenty of great things to see and do such as skiing at Tryvann Vinterpark, or Jostedal Glacier....
How to Know If Your Car Has Been Recalled
Car recalls happen when parts fail and the manufacturers replace them. If your car is recalled the manufacturer will contact you with instructions.
Child Seat Safety Laws in Iowa
In In the State of Iowa, motorists are required by law to ensure that children of certain ages are safely secured in moving vehicles. These laws are based in common sense, and are in place for the protection of your...
Child Seat Safety Laws in New Hampshire
In In the state of New Hampshire, the Child Occupant Protection Law ensures the safety of children who are travelling in motor vehicles. Essentially, it refers to child seats, and provides that children under the age of 18 must be...
How to Buy a Good Quality Car Charger
It’s It’s probably happened to you before, you’re out running errands only to realize your cell phone battery has died. So now what? This is why it’s a great idea to have a portable car charger in your car at...
The Traveler’s Guide to Driving in Malaysia
CraigBurrows / Shutterstock.com Malaysia is a popular destination for many tourists today. The country has amazing sights and attractions that you will want to explore. You may want to check out the Ethnology Museum, or the Southern...
Best of 2018: Our Top 10 Most Popular Articles
Our Our advice articles are designed to inform our consumers about their cars; how they work, are repaired, pricing, signs of malfunction, and more. Our most popular articles of the past year dive into these categories with detail and a...
Top Automotive News & Stories: August 20-26
This week's top auto news: 11 speed transmission, Pebble Beach Best in Show, Lamborghini Centenario Roadster, levels of autonomous driving, and more.
The Traveler’s Guide to Driving in Jamaica
Jamaica Jamaica is one of the most popular tourist destinations in the world thanks to the beautiful beaches and the warm weather. There are a number of great places to visit when you are on vacation. You can learn more...
Designing YourMechanic Advice
How How the project came to be When people first visit YourMechanic they mostly fall into two groups: “I know what I need - let’s book the service” or “my car is not working and I have no idea why -...
5 Essential Things to Know About Hybrids
The The growing popularity of hybrid vehicles has led many to start wondering whether it might not be time to make the switch. Here you’ll find out five essential things you need to know to help you make your decision...
The Statistics Behind YourMechanic's A/B Testing Platform
A/B A/B testing is a common practice in web development. Two variants (A and B) of a page or product are presented to two randomized subsets of users. By comparing the responses to these pages, we can determine if one...
YourMechanic's User Dashboard
YourMechanic YourMechanic is changing the way car owners experience car maintenance and repair. Currently, we offer over 500 onsite services, from oil changes to timing belt replacements - even pre-purchase inspections. To make car care even more user-friendly, we’ve...
How to Buy a Good Quality Roof-Mounted Cargo Bag
Sometimes Sometimes there just isn’t enough room in your car to transport your items, or maybe the items are just the wrong shape to fit into the car. For these cases, a roof-mounted cargo bag can act as a wonderful...
How to Get Smog Technician Certified in Idaho
Automotive technician jobs include smog certified emissions inspectors. In Idaho, how to become an inspector varies by county.
How to Buy a Good Quality Fog/Driving Light Bulb
Driving Driving lights and fog lights do not really need a great deal of explanation until you start digging into the different options that are available for your car. They light up the front of your car when you’re driving,...
YourMechanic’s Peanut Award
What What is the Peanut Award? At YourMechanic, we believe in recognizing excellence and rewarding employees for outstanding contribution to the company. The purpose of the award is to identify and acknowledge employees who go above and beyond their responsibilities...
Industry News for Automotive Techs: September 17-23
Michigan is sued over dealer licenses, new self-driving car policies, introduction to ADAS diagnosis, and Tesla safety concerns are the top stories.
How Much Does a Mechanic Make in Iowa?
Automotive technician jobs in Iowa have an mean salary of $39k, with some mechanics earning as much as $40k.
Child Seat Safety Laws in New York
In In the state of New York, the law requires that children be restrained in a car seat when in a moving vehicle. This means that any child has to be in a child seat that is right for their...