Posts Tagged ‘tips’
National Car Care Month
Winter has come to an end, spring is in full swing, and there is no better time than April, which also serves as National Car Care Month, to get your car in tip-top shape for summer road trips or simply for driving around town. No matter your transportation needs, it is essential to make sure…
Read MoreBe Prepared: Tips for driving in the snow
Accelerate and decelerate slowly. Applying the gas slowly to accelerate is the best method for regaining traction and avoiding skids. Don’t try to get moving in a hurry. And take time to slow down for a stoplight. Remember: It takes longer to slow down on icy roads. Drive slowly. Everything takes longer on snow-covered roads.…
Read MoreFact or Fiction? 8 gas-saving myths
As gas prices skyrocket, let’s examine some commonly held beliefs about how to get the best gas mileage from your vehicle. FACT: Driving slower saves you gas. Like millions of Americans, we listen to the “Car Talk” guys on National Public Radio mostly because they make us laugh. But they also dispense great auto advice,…
Read MoreTexting and driving is like playing Russian Roulette
Phone Down, Eyes Up Texting and driving is like playing Russian Roulette You are 23x more likely to crash if you text while driving. According to the NHTSA, in 2009 an estimated 20 percent of 1,517,000 injury crashes were reported to have involved distracted driving. Teen drivers are more likely than other age groups to…
Read MoreHow to Fall in Love with Your Car Again
With Valentine’s Day this month, you go all out and lavish your special someone with flowers and chocolates. But don’t let the focus completely slip away from your non-human companions. That’s right-cars need love too, and unlike humans, they’ll never tell you that they’re just not that into you. Here, then, are four heartfelt ways…
Read MorePlanning 2012 Vehicle Care
If you don’t control your money, your money will control you. Today let’s focus on getting control over the cost of auto repair and maintenance. The Cost of Owning a Car Here’s a look at all the budget categories you may want consider when attempting to nail down your auto expenses: Purchase price – payment…
Read MoreThe Benefits of a Proper Oil Change
Regular oil changes are necessary to ensure the proper performance of a car’s engine. An oil change, which involves installing a new engine oil filter and draining old engine oil and replacing it with fresh, clean oil, offers a myriad of benefits. Cleaner Engine Oil changes help to keep car engines clean and running smoothly.…
Read MoreGet Ready for Summer
Here are a few things to consider regarding your car, truck or SUV! During the upcoming summer months, the weather can get hot. You’ll want to take a few things into consideration regarding your car, truck or SUV. It’s important to remember that hot weather can be tough on mechanical components. While there are many…
Read MoreCar Air Conditioner Tips
Air Conditioning, which was once considered a luxury, is now a common feature on most cars and vehicles today. While the servicing of modern car air conditioning systems is best left to professionals, you can get the most enjoyment from your A/C system if you know a bit about how it works and what malfunctions…
Read MoreFuel Saving Tips Video
Watch this video from CarCare.org on Gas Saving Tips!
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