Getting on the road solo for the first time is exciting, but it can also be intimidating. After getting a learner’s permit and going through a Driver’s Education class, young drivers might feel like they’ve heard all the safe driving tips and know all there is to know. Experienced drivers know that becoming a good, … Continue reading Safe Driving Tips All New Drivers Need to Know
Keep your hands at 10 and 2, look both ways before making a turn, use a turn signal during a 3-point turn — there are many driving tips that we all have memorized, but there are also plenty of little-known driving tips that you probably haven’t heard before. Here are some of the top lesser-known … Continue reading Little-known Driving Tips You Probably Haven’t Heard Before
Did you know that some reports suggest that car accidents occur nearly 17 percent more frequently in Las Vegas than in other parts of the country? If you’ve recently purchased a new car in Las Vegas, you need to be careful not to put unnecessary wear and tear on your car while driving in traffic, causing … Continue reading How to Prevent Wear and Tear from Traffic when Driving a New Car in Las Vegas
Problems with your vehicle are often worrisome. Thankfully, you can easily prevent many breakdowns by getting certain components within your car fixed once you hit certain mile markers. At Valley Automall, we want to keep your vehicle running safely on the road for as long as possible. Here are a few car repairs you should have … Continue reading Recommended Service Schedule for Most Vehicles
When the tire tread on your vehicle gets low enough, this impacts the structural integrity of the tire overall. There is a metallic “framework” under the rubber of many tires, which will start to poke through if you let your tires go too long without being changed. Some tires will start to erode and break … Continue reading The Importance of Monitoring Your Tire Tread
To extend the life of your vehicle you need to perform routine maintenance. While car repairs should be done by a certified mechanic, there are a few tasks you can perform on your own. By performing these different services you’ll improve the functionality of your vehicle, avoid unnecessary repairs, and boost the performance. You’ll also … Continue reading What to Know About Replacing Windshield Wiper Blades
No matter which vehicle you drive, there’s one aspect that every driver keeps a close eye on — fuel level. Your car utilizes gasoline as long as the engine is running. This includes idling — any time that you keep the engine running without actually moving. In fact, many drivers don’t know just how much … Continue reading How Much Gas Is Lost by Idling Your Vehicle?
Each of your car dashboard lights is important and tells you vital information concerning the safety and functionality of your vehicle. Of all the lights, the airbag light is perhaps one of the most eyebrow-raising for drivers. What does it mean when this light turns on and how should you address it? Ignoring any light … Continue reading What Your Airbag Light Means & How to Address It with Car Maintenance in Las Vegas
When choosing a car, you most likely consider its fuel-efficiency as one of the key factors. The world is also becoming more concerned with environmental sustainability and reducing carbon emissions. Here are some of the technologies that carmakers have come up with and improved to create more fuel-efficient cars: 1. Direct Injection Direct injection technology, … Continue reading Technological Advances for More Fuel-efficient Cars
The car defroster is one of the most misunderstood parts of a vehicle. It’s a simple device that performs an important service. Here’s what you need to know about your car defroster: Kinds of Defrosters In general, there are two kinds of defrosters. The most common one is located on the front of your vehicle. … Continue reading Understanding How Your Car Defroster Works
