Proper upkeep of your vehicle will prevent accidents and sudden failure of components while driving, and minimizes repair expenses down the road. Here are the most important tasks that you should know in relation to vehicle maintenance: What All Drivers Should Know About Vehicle Maintenance Check Your Engine Oil Checking the engine oil level is … Continue reading Basic Auto Maintenance: What You Should Know as a Driver
While you know what jaywalking is, did you ever wonder about where the term came from, or why it describes improperly crossing a street? The term “jaywalking” didn’t exist in our lexicon before automobiles started to grow more popular in the early 1900s in the U.S. Before that time, pedestrians shared the city streets with horses, … Continue reading The Origins of Jaywalking
Did you know that over $6 billion was lost to motor vehicle theft last year? While vehicle theft continues to trend downward, it’s still a serious threat. They’re known as hot wheels: the vehicles thieves love to steal. According to the National Insurance Crime Bureau, in 2017, the top two cars were both Hondas, while two … Continue reading Need-to-Know Facts About Car Theft
Because people are rushed, unsure of themselves or are following poor advice, they sometimes do things that unwittingly damage their vehicles. And undoing this damage can result in a hefty repair bill. Here are 5 things you should never do to your vehicle: 1. Drive When the Oil Light Is On When your oil light … Continue reading 5 Things You Should Never Do to Your Car
When you see that your gas tank has hit the one-quarter mark, you stop at a gas station for a refill. When you see that your tires are deflated, you fill them with air. But how are you supposed to take care of your brake fluid when you can’t see it? Here are some tips … Continue reading Your Safety Depends on Being Vigilant About Brake Fluid
Have you ever wondered why car roof handles exist? They actually serve a number of purposes. Here are some of the most common ways they are used: Common Uses for Car Roof Handles Aiding People with Mobility Issues Car roof handles provide stability for people with disabilities, or those who are injured or frail. Not … Continue reading The Truth About Car Roof Handles
One of the important decisions you’ll be making when buying a new or used car is whether to choose an automatic or a manual transmission (one that uses a stick shift). Most new cars today are automatics, but you can still find manual vehicle transmissions in both new and used cars. The following will help … Continue reading Manual vs. Automatic Vehicle Transmissions
Proper maintenance can help reduce your overall costs of vehicle ownership and extend the lifespan of your automobile. However, certain maintenance recommendations are unnecessary and could even be dangerous for your car. Here are a few of the most common car maintenance myths: 1. You Must Change Your Car’s Oil Every 3,000 Miles Convenient recommendations … Continue reading Don’t Believe These Car Maintenance Myths
As every parent knows, it helps to have a stash of tools, toys and gadgets nearby when you’re trying to make a cleaning project fun. Here are some tried-and-true car cleaning techniques that do more than take the hassle out of car cleaning, they elevate what can be a frustrating job into a fun one: … Continue reading Easy Hacks to Take the Hassle Out of Car Cleaning
It sounds simple enough, you lease a car, make your payments and at the end of the lease can buy out the contract for the agreed-upon price. Or, you can turn it in and buy a new one. Did you know, though, that you have other options? What Is a Lease Buyout? A buyout price … Continue reading The Cost of Buying a Car after Leasing It
