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Summer Road Trip Tips

posted on 5/28/2019 1:05:00 PM

The days are getting longer, school is out, and summer is almost here! The rising temperatures have a lot of people itching to hop into their car and head to a body of water or hiking trail. Summer vacations are a time to unplug, relax and have fun with your family and friends. They do, however, require a bit of preparation beforehand. If you are foregoing the airport in favor of a road trip, it’s important to give your vehicle a little TLC before hitting the road to ensure a safe, smooth ...

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Maximizing Your Tire Life

posted on 5/16/2019 2:23:00 PM

If you’re like most people, the thought of opening your wallet to shell out money for tires isn’t at the top of your “things to get excited about” list. Unfortunately, this is a necessary part of owning a vehicle. How often you must replace your tires depends on your driving habits, how well you maintain your tires and the type of tires you purchase. Taking steps to maintain your tires will extend their life significantly, saving you time and money down the road! &nb...

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Should I Repair or Replace My Tire?

posted on 4/26/2019 8:47:00 AM

It’s early in the morning, and you are walking out the door to head to work. As you walk up to your car, you notice your tire is flat. “I just bought these tires two months ago,” you think. Unfortunately, no matter how new your tires are, they are always susceptible to being damaged by nails or other debris in the road. Can it be replaced, or will you have to buy a new tire? The ability to repair the damaged tire instead of replacing it will depend on how large the p...

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How Do My Brakes Work?

posted on 4/24/2019 10:02:00 AM

It’s a sunny day and you’re driving down the road with your windows down and music turned up. All of a sudden, the car in front of you stops abruptly, causing you to slam on your brakes. Thank goodness your brakes worked perfectly, and you avoided a collision. Until this incident occurred you probably haven’t given your brake system much thought. Sure, you know your brakes should be inspected and serviced every once in a while… but how do they actually make your car stop...

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What’s Inside Your Tires?

posted on 2/6/2019 7:43:00 AM

The construction of the modern tire is a testament to how far engineering and technology have come over the centuries. No more are the days of an air-filled donut comprised of rubber. Years of research by the world’s top tire companies have resulted in the tires we have today, which are full of state-of-the-art materials and technology. Tread The outermost layer of your tire is called the tread. This is the patterned rubber layer you can see. The pattern of the tread will depend ...

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Why You Shouldn’t Drive on an Empty Gas Tank

posted on 2/6/2019 7:39:00 AM

You’ve probably been told at some point in your driving career to not drive your car while the gas tank is on empty, but did you know why that is? This recommendation is more than just an old wives’ tale—you can damage your car by ignoring that gas light for too long. First, you should understand what your fuel light indicator really means. When you hear the familiar “ding” that accompanies your fuel light, your fuel tank has reached “reserve” level...

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How Potholes Can Damage Your Car

posted on 2/6/2019 7:27:00 AM

Most of us have been taught to avoid potholes while driving. It was probably one of the very first things we learned behind the wheel! Although most us know driving over potholes is bad for our vehicles, very few know exactly why that is. These are the parts of your vehicle you should be worried about if you accidentally drive over a pothole: Steering System If you hit a pothole, you risk misaligning your steering system. If you have noticed your vehicle pulling to the left or right wh...

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Auto Repair Jargon You Should Know

posted on 2/5/2019 1:01:00 PM

Unless you consider yourself a car enthusiast, you may find yourself feeling a bit lost when having conversations with your mechanic. At times, it can feel like you are speaking to someone using a different language with words like “grease monkey,” “kickdown,” and “oversquare” whizzing past your head like dodgeballs. Hopefully, this list of common auto repair terms will help your next conversation with your mechanic go a bit more seamlessly: Aftermarket ...

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How to Buy New Tires

posted on 1/11/2019 7:51:00 AM

If you’ve never done it before, purchasing tires can be a frustrating and intimidating task. How do you know what brand is best? How do you get the best price? We will discuss these questions and more in this blog post.1. Read ReviewsIt’s impossible to know how tires will perform after a few thousand miles… unless you read the reviews of people who already have those tires. When looking through reviews, look for people who drive a similar car to yours (truck, SUV, sports car, ...

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Strange Traffic Laws from Around the World

posted on 1/10/2019 10:23:00 AM

If you’ve ever driven in a foreign country, you’ve probably encountered your fair share of strange traffic laws. Did you know you’ll be fined for driving a dirty car in Russia or for driving without a breathalyzer in your car in France? Some of these laws are hard to believe! 1. In Russia, you will be fined for driving a dirty vehicle. 2. In Germany, it is illegal to run out of fuel on the Autobahn. 3. In Alabama it is legal to drive the wrong way down a on...

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Summer Road Trip Tips

Maximizing Your Tire Life

Should I Repair or Replace My Tire?

How Do My Brakes Work?

What’s Inside Your Tires?

Why You Shouldn’t Drive on an Empty Gas Tank

How Potholes Can Damage Your Car

Auto Repair Jargon You Should Know

How to Buy New Tires

Strange Traffic Laws from Around the World

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