School has ended and that means teens will increase their time behind the wheel. Summer months can be fun, but it’s the most dangerous time for teen drivers. Here are a few tips to share with your teen driver that will help him or her stay safe this summer. Slow down Speeding and aggressive driving is the number one cause of car accidents among teens. Watch out for kids playing Be mindful and slow down while driving in your neighborhoods as most kids are outside playing. Pay particular attention when backing up, small children cannot be seen in your…
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Summer Road Trips – A Pre-Trip Auto Care Checklist
With school out for the summer, many families are planning vacation road trips. Performing a pre-trip auto care inspection lessens the chance of a roadside breakdown for all motorists, and is even more important for those driving older vehicles. According to AAA roadside data, “vehicles 10 years and older are twice as likely to be stranded at the roadside, and four times more likely to require a tow.” The findings also show that the top reasons for requiring a tow are battery and electrical systems issues (23 percent), engine cooling system failures (11 percent) and tire damage that cannot be…
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How To Tell If Your Car Needs A Cooling System Service
As the temperature rises outside, it’s common to see car engines heating up as well. Hot summer temperatures will contribute to boiling radiators and the evaporation of fluids in your engine.The job of the cooling system is to regulate engine temperature for maximum fuel economy, power and component life, and to help keep passengers cool. Your car’s cooling system is critical to the proper operation of your vehicle, especially during the hot summer months. Keeping an eye out for the following warning signs will help you avoid a costly breakdown. Does your car ‘s coolant light come on? Temperature gauge…
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Turn on Your Car’s Air Conditioner Today!
Most of us don’t even think about air conditioning in our car until the first hot day of the season. Often, we turn it on that first hot day, only to find warm air coming from the vents. Even worse, it’s probably a Saturday afternoon and you’re on way to a wedding or picking up friends for dinner. Here’s my advice; while it’s still spring time, turn on the air conditioner in your car. Make sure cold air is coming from the vents, with no unusual noises or smell from the vents. If you suspect any problems call for an…
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Keep Cool This Summer
Beat The Heat, Stay Cool Behind The Wheel! Here are a few tips you can do yourself to make sure your car’s air conditioner is working properly: Turn on your air condition to the coldest setting, make sure all the vents are working and that the air is cold Test the air condition fan speeds, you should have varying fan speeds from low to high If you smell a foul order when the air conditioner is turned on, it means there may be a buildup of bacteria or mold in the system. Have this taken care of right away by…
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