Tag Archives: Car Care

Commitment to Last

These days many people are really committed to making their cars last a long time. It’d be ideal if people started with a brand new car, never missed a scheduled service item, paid attention to the severe service maintenance schedule and had regular inspections… Continue reading

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Busting Automotive Myths

Myths start with a grain of evidence and are then built up with a lot of imagination and very elastic logic. Let’s examine a couple of the more popular rants and look at the truth behind them. Continue reading

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What To Do In Case Of An Accident

If you’ve ever been in a car accident, even a minor one, you know how upsetting it can be. It’s hard to think straight and know what to do… Continue reading

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Wiper Blades

It seems like your wiper blades are always at their worst when you need them the most. But windshield wipers are like most other vehicle parts– they require regular attention in order to work their best. Continue reading

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Why People Hesitate To Get Their Vehicle Serviced

A recent report stated that over 80 percent of the vehicles on the road have one or more service or repair that’s needed, but hasn’t been taken care of. Continue reading

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Road Trip Preparation

North Americans love their cars. And nothing goes with cars better than a road trip. But there’s nothing like car trouble to bring the fun to a grinding halt. Continue reading

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Economics of Maintenance

Buying a new car is always a big financial decision. The allure of that new car smell is powerful to be sure. But what if your current car is still in good shape? How do you decide? Continue reading

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Saving Lives: Tire Pressure

All new passenger vehicles on the road now have tire pressure monitoring systems – TPMS for short. Since they are fairly new, a lot of people have questions about TPMS. Continue reading

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Timing Belt: Save Big Bucks

If the timing is off in your engine, it may not run at all. One of the most intricate dances in your engine, has to do with the combustion cycle. Continue reading

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Check Your Shocks and Struts

They’re so easy to forget about because they last so long and wear out so slowly. But your shocks are really responsible for keeping your tires on the road, so they’re very important. Continue reading

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