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Dish soap and warm water work well for light grease; vinegar and water help break down tougher spots. For stubborn buildup, try a baking soda paste or a gentle commercial degreaser (tested first).

Cars used to be really simple. They would have an engine up-front, perfectly visible and surrounded by heaps of open space under the hood, a few seats in the middle, and a trunk at the back. As the ...