If one of your resolutions this year is to cut costs, you may want to start doing some of your own auto repairs. If that is your plan, there are numerous repair books out there that can help you to do just that. The key is to choose a good one, and we've found one that's perfect for the very beginner (though those with moderate knowledge will also benefit from this guide!) The book, "Auto Repair for Dummies" book written by Deanna Sclar offers a fantastic amount of information and guidance is one of the simplest forms out there.

The book is one of the top selling auto repair books with more than 400,000 copies sold already. The book offers practical guidance for just about anyone and works for most types of vehicles. You will also appreciate the information provided in a do it yourself type of way. The book offers illustrations while also providing an overview of the workings of various systems within the vehicle. This creates perhaps the easiest to use repair book for non-mechanics out there. You can change your own oil, update your systems and handle even more invasive repairs without paying a small fortune to do so.

Those that bought the book say it is easy to use and offers sound advice. They like that they can forgo the expensive mechanic and keep their vehicle running at its best. This repair book is a good go to source for information as well as how to guides for many basic repairs. Check it out!