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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.
How to Get Smog Technician Certified in Vermont
Automotive technician jobs include smog certified emissions inspectors. In Vermont, you need to work at a testing facility.
The Traveler’s Guide to Driving in India
India India has a rich history and a fascinating culture, and it is no wonder why so many people want to visit. There are many different things that you can enjoy when you visit India. Some might want to visit...
How to Replace a Stay Rod
Classic cars have stay rods that fail if there are rattling noises coming from the vehicle or if the radiator is loose or moving.
Top Automotive News & Stories: September 17-23
Gas car sales must end by 2035 to reach climate goals, Apple and McLaren discuss acquisition, and the first Tesla Model S remote is hacked.
How to Get a Nebraska Driver's Permit
The The state of Nebraska has a detailed graduated driver’s license program that requires all teen drivers to participate, in order to drive legally. To receive any of the different learner’s permits, you must follow certain steps. Here is a...
Car Features for Parents-To-Be
Congratulations, Congratulations, you have a baby on the way! It’s an exciting time in your life -- once you’ve gotten over the panic of being responsible for a little life, that is. There’s so much to look forward to from...
The Traveler’s Guide to Driving in Turkey
Turkey Turkey has a fascinating culture and a rich history, and as such, it can be a fantastic place to take a vacation. You will find countless sites to visit and explore. Some of the most popular include the Blue...
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...
Meet the Team: Norman McAnulty
Norman Norman is a Parts Advisor at YourMechanic. He is passionate about dragons and wanted to work with killer whales as a child. Find out more about Norman’s role at YourMechanic: Can you tell us more about what you do...
Meet the Team: Jon Landis
Jon Jon is a Sr. UI/UX Designer at YourMechanic. He likes to listen to Indie Rock, and his favorite place is Saint Lucia. Find out more about Jon’s role at YourMechanic: Can you tell us more about what you do...
Welcome to the YourMechanic Blog
There There are 253 million cars on the road in the U.S. One in three cars break down every year. As of April, 2015: There are 190 million out-of-warranty cars in the U.S. (86% of all cars on the...
How to Get Smog Technician Certified in New York
Automotive technician jobs include smog certified emissions inspectors. In New York, you need to work at a state licensed inspection station.
How to Prepare for the Alaska Driver’s Written Test
You You can’t wait to get out on the open road, but you have to slow down for a little bit first. You need to get your driver’s permit, and to do that, you will have to pass the written...
The Traveler’s Guide to Driving in Singapore
Singapore Singapore is a vacation destination that has something for everyone to enjoy. You can visit the Singapore Zoo, or take a tour of the Chinatown areas. You might want to see what’s happening at Universal Studios Singapore, visit the...
Why Mobile Mechanics Are Better Than Brick & Mortar Shops
One One of the questions someone asks when first hearing about YourMechanic is “how can mobile mechanic services compare with traditional shops?” People are skeptical of the services that can we do, how much it’ll cost, and how it can...