Whether you’re gearing up for a road trip or just want to improve your daily commute, creating a DIY air freshener is a great way to enjoy a more relaxing, comfortable ride! There are several easy and long-lasting methods to choose from, and CarHop has created a step-by-step guide to each. Contact Us Method One:…
Using a multimeter to test a car battery is easy when you use this step-by-step guide from the team at CarHop. While we specialize primarily in used car sales at our many locations, we also are aware that it really pays to know what to look for when trying to make repairs at home. Find out if…
Whether you’re getting your car ready for sale or simply trying to restore it to like-new condition, there are plenty of DIY repairs you can perform—from restoring headlights with toothpaste, to removing scratches from your car, to removing dents with a plunger! Another important way to keep your car looking good is to fix windshield crack…
Knowing how to change a flat tire on an SUV, car or truck is critical in order to avoid getting stranded on the side of the road. Still, there are other reasons for changing a tire, where you’re performing a tire rotation or trying to get access to your brakes. Whether you need to learn…
The team at CarHop is your source for helpful DIY car maintenance and repair tips, including how to winterize your car and how to fix a flat. Today we’ll discuss common reasons a car won’t start, along with the next steps you should take if your car won’t start. Dead Battery Symptoms By far, the…
One of the questions we get asked a lot is how to test for a bad alternator. Since we don’t have a service center on site, we’ve put together this helpful guide, so you can learn how to test an alternator on your own. Use this step-by-step alternator test guide, and count on the team…
If you’ve been searching for advice on how to fix a flat tire on a car, then you’ve come to the right place! Your local CarHop dealership is always happy to supply drivers with a variety of DIY car maintenance tips, from how to change your windshield wipers to prepping your car for winter. Today,…
Part of owning a vehicle is performing regular maintenance or scheduling a service appointment to have someone do it for you. One of the easiest things you can take care of in your vehicle is changing the oil. First of all, what is oil? Your car, truck, SUV or van needs engine oil to remove…
Whether you’re planning a road trip or just trying to survive your commute this winter, learning how to winterize your car is something all sensible drivers should do. It isn’t as hard as you might think! Contact Us Simply: Check the Battery Change Wiper Blades and Refill Fluid Check Tire Pressure Check the…
Whether you need to remove some scratches or repair rust on your car, the CarHop team is always here to lend a helping hand via easy, effective step-by-step guides. Today, we’re discussing how to restore headlights using toothpaste. Learn why headlight restoration is necessary and how to get your headlights cleaner with items you have…
