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Time to Fall Back Into Your Auto Maintenance Routine

Time to Fall Back Into Your Auto Maintenance Routine

Time to Fall Back Into Your Auto Maintenance Routine As summer winds down and fall begins in earnest, auto-care experts say that getting your vehicle serviced for cold-weather driving should be high on your list of things to do. Here are some tips from the National Institute for Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) – the nonprofit group that certifies automotive technicians – on preparing your car for winter weather. * Read your owner’s manual and follow the manufacturer’s recommended service schedules. Change your oil and oil filter as specified in your manual. Do this more often – every 3,000 miles or...

Save Time: Find Your New Car Online

Save Time: Find Your New Car Online

Save Time: Find Your New Car Online For many people, car shopping can be a frustrating, time-consuming and inconvenient experience. The good news is that with a little know-how you can use the Internet to turn what might otherwise be overwhelming into a manageable, even enjoyable experience. The Web is an excellent resource to help reduce the stress of car shopping and increase the likelihood of finding exactly the vehicle you are looking for. The online shopping search starts with thinking about the basic things you want in a new car. Ask yourself, “Do I want a new, used or...

Why You Only Have A 30% Chance Of Getting Your Car Fixed Right The First Time

Why You Only Have A 30% Chance Of Getting Your Car Fixed Right The First Time

Why You Only Have A 30% Chance Of Getting Your Car Fixed Right The First Time While there are a number of factors why it’s difficult to get your car fixed right the first time, the primary reason is the skill of the mechanic doing the repair. According to studies, 70% of automotive technicians are not qualified to work on your car. This includes technicians from dealerships, local shops, and franchises. Over a decade ago, automotive manufacturers were predicting widespread shortages in “qualified” technicians. Now, given that 80% of the functions of the average car are controlled by electronics, qualified...

Save Time and Money with the Prepass System

Save Time and Money with the Prepass System

Save Time and Money with the Prepass System There are weigh in stations called ports at many locations where trucks have to pull in by law. The amount of time it takes to complete the process depends on how many trucks are in front of you and what they plan to do. Trucks can randomly be pulled aside to be inspected, and this can quickly eat away at the amount of time you have left to get your delivery to its destination. An innovative way to get around this hassle is to enroll in the Prepass program. This will allow...

It’s About Time!: Hybrid Trucks

It’s About Time!: Hybrid Trucks

It’s About Time!: Hybrid Trucks With the increasing concern about environmental issues such as pollution and global warming, as well as the unbelievable rise in the price of gasoline, it is no wonder that hybrid vehicles are gaining popularity. Hybrid cars have been relatively common for years, with hybrid Sport Utility Vehicles in close competition, but what about hybrid trucks? We don’t see those too often. Automotive manufacturing giant General Motors, however, believes that will change. In 2005, GM introduced hybrid versions of the Chevy Silverado and the GMC Sierra in Florida, California, Oregon, Washington, Nevada, and Alaska. In 2006...