Intense summer heat can take quite a toll on Las Vegas drivers and their cars. It’s the most dangerous time of the year for tire blowouts, but there are precautions you can take to avoid one happening to you. Causes of Tire Blowouts Most tire blowouts are caused by overloading your vehicle, but the hot … Continue reading How to Avoid Tire Blowouts This Summer
Many drivers still remember pulling up to the fuel pump and having to choose between leaded and unleaded gasoline. Vehicles built between the 1920s and 1970s ran on leaded fuel which helped protect a car’s soft valve seals. Unfortunately, what was good for a car was not healthy for the environment or driver. The leaded … Continue reading Do Gas Octane Levels Really Matter? Here’s the Inside Story
When you need your vehicle to stop or slow down within seconds, it is essential that your brakes perform as intended. One common problem that can affect your brakes is the formation of hot spots. If these are not addressed, they could cause severe damage that requires extensive car maintenance. How to Prevent Hot Spots … Continue reading Brake Hot Spots: What They Are and How Regular Car Maintenance Can Prevent Them
The moment when their teen hits the road is a stressful time for many parents. Distracted driving, speeding and inexperience all make the roads a dangerous place for teens. If you have concerns about your teen driver, consider investing in some driver safety tools for their new car. Driver Safety Tools for New Cars 1. … Continue reading 3 Tools to Keep Your Teen Driver Safe in Their New Car
This might be one of the most common summer debates with friends, coworkers, and neighbors: does cracking the window of your car while it’s parked actually help keep the car cool? It seems like a simple premise, but most of us don’t cart around thermometers and such to do a scientific experiment and find a … Continue reading Summer Car Tips: Crack the Car Windows or Close Them Tightly?
It’s been said that “a house is not a home without a dog.” Many dog owners extend this sentiment to their cars, taking their pets along for treks across town. If your dog is your frequent vehicle companion, you know how important his comfort and your convenience are. These dog-friendly amenities are worth seeking out … Continue reading Some Dog-Friendly Vehicle Amenities Are Worth Howling About
“How long will it last?” When it comes to buying a used car, it’s probably the most frequently asked question. The easy answer is: It depends. In the past, it was expected that a car engine would last at least 100,000 miles. But thanks to advances in the automotive industry, it’s not uncommon to see vehicles rolling down … Continue reading What Is the Life Expectancy of Your Car’s Engine?
Not all cars are created equal, and not all owners treat their vehicles with an equal amount of care. That’s why it’s important to know what to look for when you’re buying a used car. If you’re in the market for a used car in Las Vegas, take a look at these five things: Reliability Some … Continue reading What to Look for when Buying a Used Car in Las Vegas
The VIN is a mystery to most. It’s comprised of 17 numbers and letters, typically tucked away in an inconspicuous area under your windshield and seldom given much of a thought by the average motorist. Even though every vehicle manufactured since 1981 has a vehicle identification number (VIN), most people have no how to find it, much less … Continue reading Decoding your vehicle’s VIN number
Your dream car was advertised as “new, new, new,” so of course your heart is yelling “no, no, no” as your eyes settle on the odometer. It reads 4,653 miles. Before you unbuckle the seat beat and unleash a diatribe into the ear of the nearest sales person, be sure you understand what a new … Continue reading What Constitutes a New Car in Las Vegas?
