Automotive

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.

Find A/C leaks

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.

SUV suspension tips

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.

Getting a good used car

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.

Eradicating A/C odors

2006-04-16

There's a fairly easy way to get rid of that stinky odor from your vehicle's air conditioning.

New hybrid SUVs

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.

Motorcycle safety device

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.

Changing spark plugs

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.

Tips for better gas mileage

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.

Auto repair nerds on CD

2006-02-21

Auto repair nerds on CD

Car care Q&A

2006-02-14

Question and answer segment with 11 News car care expert Scotty Kilmer.

Message board tips

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.