June 30, 2011

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How To Replace A Headlight

It is important to know how to do basic car repairs yourself.  In the event that a repair shop is closed or inaccessible, these skills can come in handy.

One of the easiest things to learn to do yourself is replacing…

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June 29, 2011

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Is The Spare Tire Going Extinct?

Goodbye spare tire?  Maybe…

As the cost of manufacturing cars increases, automakers are looking for ways to reduce costs where they can.

One way that they are looking to save money is by not including a spare tire.

This is becoming a common…

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June 27, 2011

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Everything You Need To Know About Window Tinting

Depending on the climate of the area that you live in, window tinting can provide many benefits.

These benefits include:

  • Reducing the temperate of your car while parked
  • Protection from UV rays while driving
  • Helping to prevent glass from shattering if in a car…

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June 24, 2011

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Common Areas Where Car Accidents Occur

Car accidents are the most common and deadly source of injury in the world.  According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, there were 30,797 fatal crashes in 2009.

Keeping this in mind, it is important to be aware of your…

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June 20, 2011

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Signs You Need New Shocks And Struts

It is important to know the signs that indicate that your vehicle’s shocks and struts need to be replaced.  If you don’t replace them when it is needed, it can lead to serious damage to your vehicle.

Shocks and struts work…

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June 16, 2011

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What Gets Fixed During A Tune Up?

Making sure your vehicle has regular tune ups is important for its overall performance.  However, some people might not understand what takes place during a tune up and therefore why it is important.

Here is a list of the things that typically…

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June 13, 2011

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7 Traffic Laws That Are Commonly Broken

According to the U.S. Department of Transportation, there were over 5.8 million traffic accidents in 2008.  Most of these accidents were caused by failing to obey traffic laws.

Here is a list of the 7 most commonly broken traffic laws.  If…

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June 9, 2011

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What To Do If You Break Down On The Side Of The Road

Knowing what to do in the event of a breakdown can save lives and make the situation a lot safer.  Follow these tips to help ensure the safety of all those involved.

1)     Move the vehicle out of the flow of…

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June 6, 2011

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The Best Car-Related Gifts For Father’s Day

Father’s Day is coming up soon.  That means it is time to start thinking about what you are getting your dad.  If he is a car nut, we have made a list of the best car-related gifts to consider.

1)     GPS…

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June 2, 2011

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Easy Ways To Extend The Life Of Your Car Battery

Nothing is worse than starting your car and it won’t turn over because of a dead battery.  This is a common problem that happens to many people.  But did you know that it is very easy to prevent?

Here are some…

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