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Give Your Car A Brake If you’re like most motorists, you’re concerned about safety. In fact, research shows that vehicle safety is a top motivator for most motorists when it comes to vehicle maintenance and the brake system is at the top of the vehicle safety checklist.... Brakes are a normal wear item for any car and eventually they’re going to need to be replaced for both performance and safety reasons, explained Rich White, executive director, Car Care Council. A properly operating brake system helps ensure safe vehicle operation and control under a variety of conditions. However, many motorists are unaware of the signs and symptoms that their brake system may need maintenance or repair. @~What To Look For~@ It’s important to be alert and recognize the warning signs of brake trouble. If your car is pulling to the left or right, or if you hear odd noises when you apply the brakes, you should inspect your brakes. Other warning signs include an illuminated brake warning light, brake grabbing, low pedal feel, vibration, hard pedal feel and squealing. @~What To Do~@ For routine maintenance, check your vehicle’s braking system at least once a year. A thorough inspection should include brake lining wear, brake fluid level, rotor thickness, condition of hoses and brake lines, brake and dash warning lights, as well as taking the car for a test-drive to detect other potential brake system problems. @~What Not To Do~@ Several factors that affect brake wear include driving habits, operating conditions, vehicle type and the quality of the brake lining material. Never put off routine brake inspections or any needed repair, such as letting the brakes get to the ‘metal-to-metal’ point, which can be potentially dangerous and lead to a more costly repair bill, White added. If you haven’t checked your brakes in the past year, it’s a great time to ‘give your car a brake’ and make sure it’s in safe working condition.

Top 5 Reasons why MPG drops in Colder Weather. Now that summer is, unfortunately, in the rear-view-mirror, perhaps you’ve noticed the days getting shorter and the nights cooler. As temperatures continue to drop, you might also see a slight decline in your car’s MPG. That’s completely normal, and should be expected. In fact, by the heart of winter, the drop in fuel efficiency could be as much as 10 to 20 percent. Drivers of fuel-efficient cars, like the 50-mpg Toyota Prius, co...Continue reading

Here is a useful website to get an idea of how much repairs should cost & the type of services you may need at different millage intervals. It's free to use. No need to sign up, just click on the estimator tab on top, enter your vehicle information & type of repair. You may also want click "Show me my options" tab to see the recommended service intervals. PLEASE NOTE THAT WE ARE NOT ASSOCIATED WITH THIS WEBSITE.

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"2010 Veteran’s Day Promotion" Military Veterans and active duty personnel will receive a Free Oil Change today(11/10/2010) that includes standard oil and filter and a complete courtesy check.

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1-800-400-4222. This is the number for AAA TIPSY TOW. Totally FREE FOR EVERYONE even if you're not a AAA member. Call this number if you are too drunk to drive. after the New Year Celebration. They will take you and your car home. This community service from the Auto Club is available FREE from 6 pm on Tuesday, Dec 31st 2013, to 6 am on Wednesday, Jan 1st 2014. Callers simply tell the Auto Club operators, I need a Tipsy Tow, to receive the free tow and ride home. Please share this post.

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2013 Road Rules... Before you get behind the wheel, there are new laws of the road to be aware of in the New Year. Drivers can now text while driving as long as it's done hands-free using voice technology.... It's illegal to use any handheld device while driving in California. Under a new law, motorists can also prove they have auto insurance by using a smartphone or mobile electronic device. Illegal immigrants will be eligible to drive legally if they qualify for a new federal work permit program approved by the Obama administration. Medical facilities are required to inform parents about car seat regulations. In most cases, kids under 8 years of age must be in a safety seat. Lastly, drivers suspected of DUI will now only be offered to take a blood test if arrested. A urine test will no longer be offered. SK