Yup. Cars don’t have carburators anymore (fuel injection ftw), but if you can work on your lawnmower’s carburetor, you can fix most things on a car. All you need are:
OBD2 scanner - crappy ones can be had for $20, but so yourself a favor and get a good one (so you don’t burn out your car’s computer)
basic tools - wrenches and screwdrivers - usually only need one or two sizes, not a full set
YouTube
patience
If you have those, you can do most ICE and EV maintenance. Parts and documentation are generally available.
EVs are a different beast. If you’re doing anything beyond the very basics (e.g. tires, headlights, etc), you’ll have no documentation and may void your warranty.
I’ve changed a spark plug, and assume I’m typical here.
Dear readers: Please downvote this comment if you have never changed a spark plug.
I took the carb apart on my lawnmower once, does that count?
Yup. Cars don’t have carburators anymore (fuel injection ftw), but if you can work on your lawnmower’s carburetor, you can fix most things on a car. All you need are:
If you have those, you can do most ICE and EV maintenance. Parts and documentation are generally available.
EVs are a different beast. If you’re doing anything beyond the very basics (e.g. tires, headlights, etc), you’ll have no documentation and may void your warranty.