Dos and Don'ts of Car Washing

If you're like most Americans, you want your car to look as
fresh and clean as possible.


Before you get out the squeegee, you should first ask the
all-important question, "What do I need to know about washing my
car?"


A great deal, it turns out.


According to ConsumerReports.org,...
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The Red Cross Says You Need THESE Items in Your Car!

As you pack up your vehicle for the next trip to the beach
or mountains, consider first adding the essentials you'd need if
something goes wrong.


An emergency preparedness kit, according to the

American Red Cross, can contain a variety of
items, some more specific to your personal ...
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RED ALERT: Are Your Tires Failing?

Tire health is a critical standard for overall vehicle
safety. It is also one of the easiest for the
mechanically-challenged to identify and monitor. Keeping an eye
on these critical points, itemized by
Consumer Reports, will help assure longer
tire life, better gas mileage and an ov...
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How to Translate a Vehicle Tire Size

When you need new tires, the first question is often, "What
size?". And though you may (or may not!) know the answer to that
question, there is a good chance you have no idea what it
means.


You know that the tiny print inside the sidewall mean
something, but "what" is the question.

...
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Industry Survey: 3 our of 4 Cars Need Service

From the Car Care Council:


If you own a vehicle, chances are it needs some work, according
to the Car Care Council. National Car Care Month in April is the
ideal time to give your car some extra attention.


The results of vehicle inspections held at community car care
events across ...
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Fix-a-Flat: Friend or Foe?

When the unthinkable happens - stuck, late night on the
side of a rainy roadway with a flat tire - nothing sounds better
than a fast fix for the damage. After all, we all want it fast
and simple, right?


Fix-a-Flat has been on the market for quite some time, and
in the absence of a sp...
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What's that Smell? 6 Vehicle Warning Smells

From the Car Care Council:


The new inforgraphic from the Car Care Council outlines six car
smells that could mean trouble for your vehicle. The infographic
is based off a recent press release titled "Six Vehicle Warning Signs Your Nose Can
Recognize" and a non-technical approach to und...
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How to Select Your Next Tires

There is a lot to consider when selecting tires for your
vehicle. Beyond the size and the variety (radial, snow, etc.),
it's important to take into account the various ratings on tires
that you are considering purchasing.


According to
Edmunds.com, the most important
consideratio...
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How to Use a Tire Pressure Gauge

Tire care is essential for the life of your vehicle, and
those who ride within it. Yielding better gas mileage and better
traction in inclement weather, there is no question that tires
can make a real difference in your driving experience.


Checking your vehicle's tire pressure is a sim...
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The One Essential Emergency Item Every Car Needs

According to a recent article in USA
Today, many vehicles being sold from American car lots -
especially smaller and economical models - are leaving without
something you definitely should have at all times.


Without your awareness, car makers are leaving the spare tire out
of the sale...
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Five UNDENIABLE Reasons for Your Oil Change

Cars are changing. Requirements for maintenance are
changing with them. But the benefits of regular oil changes have
not. It is essential that oil changes be administered regularly
for overall vehicle health. But according to
eHow, these are the most obvious:


Cleaner Engine


O...
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5 MUST-HAVE Road Trip Apps

When you're packing up for your next summer road trip
adventure, pack the smartphone
first.


You read that right - loading your smartphone with the
right apps can make your family trip to the shore less stressful,
faster and smoother.


According to Complex.com, you need:


1. Roa...
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Three Fantastic Car Care Gifts for Mom

Flowers may fade away, chocolate is overdone, and she probably
has enough crafts from you to last a lifetime. Why not think
outside the box this Mother's Day and get mom an upgrade to her
car? Here are a few fabulous options to make this Mother's Day
even more special for the person who t...
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Six Tips to Keep Gas Costs Down

It's inevitable. As temperatures climb, so too do gas
prices! As more people venture out of doors and to the roadways,
the price at the pump seems to increase by the minute. To offset
the pain of the prices at the pump, the
Car Care Council makes the following
recommendations:



...
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Summer Safety Tips: Cars and Kids

Nothing is more important than your child's safety,
especially with summer around the corner. This season can be a
carefree time for all, but danger lurks in the most unexpected
places, just like your car. www.safercar.gov
tells all when it comes to vehicle heat safety for your
kids t...
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