Many of you will be traveling during the holidays to see family, visit friends and possibly take a much-needed overdue getaway. One concern with holiday travel is that it’s during late fall and winter months, which means that the weather can be unpredictable and challenging road conditions. Below are 10 tips to help you prepare your car and also you and your family. Above all, your safety and the safety of your family is most important. Make sure your tires are inspected by a professional. Tires are the most important item on your car with regard to snow, heavy rain,…
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Preparing Your Car for Winter
Severe winter weather, extreme cold, ice and salt can have damaging effects on your car. Preparing your car for the winter ahead will not only save you money, but it will also greatly reduce the chances of being stranded on a cold and lonely winter night. The best time of the year to get your car ready for the approaching winter season is in the Fall. Below is a list of services and things to consider to properly prepare your car for the winter and stay safe on the road. Battery: Car batteries usually last 4 to 6 years and…
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6 Tips to Lower the Cost of Owning Your Car
The average age of a vehicle in the United States is approximately 11 to 12 years old, which means if you were to buy a car today, you could expect that car to last until 2032! The truth is, it can and should. To make any car last for many years these days does require maintenance and some repairs. While we may not be able to avoid a few unscheduled repairs, there are things we can do to lower the total cost of owning your automobile and enjoy many years of worry-free driving. Here are six tips to help you…
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Taking Care of Your Tires
Extend the life of your tires, save money and drive with safety. Automotive tires have many functions: They support the entire vehicle, they maintain steering ability, aid with proper braking and allows you to safely navigate your car on all types of road surfaces and in all types of weather conditions. This is why a little care and knowledge about your tires will save you money, extend the life of your tires, and help you to stay safe while driving your car. The first thing to discuss is the Tire Rotation. Tire rotations are performed about every 5 to 10,000…
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Why You Should Not Extend Your Oil Change Service Interval
Perhaps the most important service you can do for your car is the Oil Change Service. With that said, there is a lot of controversy over when to change the oil and the potential consequences with extended oil change intervals. A little history on engine design, the automobile, and the evolution of engine oil might be helpful. I will also tell you in this article WHY the Oil Change Service is the most important thing you can do to protect and extend the life of not only your car’s engine, but your vehicle too. 40 to 50 years ago, it…
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