May 30, 2011

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Everything That You Need To Know About CV Joints and Boots

When you’re driving, does your car make a clicking sound when you turn the wheel?

If it does, you may have a problem with the CV joints or CV boots.  Just in case you’re not down with the auto parts lingo, CV…

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May 27, 2011

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How To Find A Good Tow Truck Service

Here’s an unfortunate situation that we see all the time.

Someone is stranded on the side of the road, and they need a tow truck service.

At some point or another, it will probably happen to you.

If this happens to you, the…

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May 24, 2011

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How To Protect Valuables In Your Vehicle

It’s probably happened to you or a friend.

A car window is smashed out and valuable items are stolen.

Property theft from vehicles is one of the easiest things to prevent.

Following these tips below will protect valuables in your car.

  • Park In Safe…

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May 19, 2011

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Car Bike Racks: Your Vehicle Will Be Ready For the Tour de France

Bicycles are all the rage right now.

More and more people are using bikes to commute for work.  More and more people also are using their bikes for weekend activities.

If you own a bike, you’ve probably considered getting a bike rack for your…

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May 16, 2011

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6 Tips On Saving Money At The Gas Pump

Gas prices are on the rise.

We all know that the cars of today are getting better gas mileage.  However with rising prices, you’ll probably be looking for ways to save at the pump.

Following these tips will help you save money…

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May 12, 2011

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What To Do If Your Car Starts Overheating

Do you know what to do if the engine temperature gauge on your car’s dashboard starts rising?

At some point, you might run into an overheating problem with your car.  With today’s cars, it’s very important to take the following steps.

Steps to…

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May 9, 2011

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The Top Products for Long Summer Road Trips

Summer road trips can be fun.  Summer road trips also can be grueling.

Long hours on the road can take its toll on your family and you.  Thankfully, there are tons of products that will help to make the long drives…

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May 6, 2011

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Car Maintenance Checklist for Summer Road Trips

If you’re taking a long road trip this summer, you’re not alone.

The busiest travel time is between Memorial Day and Labor Day.  Last year, AAA estimated that 32.1 million Americans traveled on the Memorial Day weekend alone.

If you want to reach your destination,…

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May 4, 2011

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Top 5 Smartphone Apps For Vacation Travelers

Summer is just about here, which means it’s almost vacation season.

According to the Bureau of Transportation Statistics (BTS):

  • The average summer trip is 284 miles (one way)
  • Nine out of 10 summer trips are in cars
  • The most popular departure day is Friday

Now here’s…

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May 2, 2011

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‘Brakes on Breast Cancer’ Making a Difference in Women’s Lives

Last October, our Albuquerque locations partnered with the YWCA Middle Rio Grande for a joint program called “Putting the Brakes on Breast Cancer.”

As part of the program, we donated a percentage of brake repair sales to help the YWCA pay for…

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