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Although I really love driving, there’s little I know about cars beyond which pedals to push and how to refill the gas tank.

Because I’m never going to spend time under the hood, I’ve found ways to upgrade my car that don’t require any tools, but still make a big difference. 

The best part is you can perform them regardless of the age, make, and model of your car; mine is 14 years old and is smarter than the day it rolled off the lot.