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11/25/2017

Happy thanksgiving to all our friends-and family

07/26/2017

Family Road Trip Survival Guide

If you're heading out on the open road this summer with the family, here are 6 tips on how to survive it: http://bit.ly/2t2Ia6H

Here are 6 tips for getting from Point A to Point B with as little backseat moaning and groaning as possible.

07/24/2017

Ten Crazy Car Repair Stories from Auto Mechanics

You always think you've seen everything, then you get a job like these. https://goo.gl/2ePPfW

Don't be like these car owners.

07/19/2017

AAA study shows that synthetic oil is, indeed, better than conventional

AAA did a study of synthetic and conventional oils from five randomly selected brands to find the differences. https://goo.gl/LkL8T5

Consider paying a bit more for synthetic.

07/17/2017

Don't catch yourself stranded on the side of the road in the heat of the #summer. These simple maintenance tips are important to remember!

07/12/2017

Fix It or Pitch It? The Repair Dilemma

To repair, or replace—that is the question. This advice will help you analyze your situation. https://goo.gl/YwysME

Deciding whether to spend the money to repair a well used car or truck can be tough. There are some important factors to consider, and these will help guide your decision.

07/10/2017

Spring Car Care Tips from AAA

AAA predicts 33 million travelers will be driving to their destinations this summer. Is your car ready for the trip? http://bit.ly/2tBQ9Ve

07/06/2017

10 Car Noises to be Concerned About » AutoGuide.com News

If for some reason your car is making strange noises here’s a small sample of what could be going on. https://goo.gl/QfjyCi

What's that sound my vehicle is making? Here are 10 Car Noises to be Concerned About and what could be causing them.

07/04/2017

Wishing you and your family a very happy Independence Day!

06/29/2017

Takata bankruptcy: Is your car affected by air bag recall?

Vehicles affected by Takata's air bag recall will still receive repairs despite the company's bankruptcy filing. https://goo.gl/vMDa7J

Vehicles affected by Japanese auto supplier Takata's air bag recall will continue to receive repairs despite the company's bankruptcy filing Sunday.

06/27/2017

How Disk and Drum Brakes Work

The two types of brakes used on modern cars are disc breaks and drum breaks. https://goo.gl/1PQrLT

Disc brakes and drum brakes operate differently. Understand how they function and the advantages disc brakes have over drum brakes.

06/20/2017

Here's Exactly How a Truck's Four-Wheel-Drive System Actually Works

Ever wondered how a four wheel drive system works?https://goo.gl/divonK

Ever wondered what all those different drive modes do? Here's an explainer.

06/18/2017

Happy Father’s Day to all the great dads out there!

06/14/2017

How to buy a car and not hate yourself after

Besides a house, the purchase of a car is the biggest outpouring of money most of us will ever pay. https://goo.gl/ZYsMvJ

It's one of the biggest purchases you'll ever make. Be sure you do it right.

06/12/2017

The Most Beautiful Roads In America

These roads are so amazing they deserve a place on your bucket list. https://goo.gl/NHckN5

Take the long way home.

06/07/2017

5 Signs You Need To Change Your Oil

Besides staying on a schedule, there are lots of ways to tell when it's time for an oil change. https://goo.gl/xs88uu

When in doubt, change it out.

06/05/2017

7 Summer Car Tips Every Driver Should Know | Reader's Digest

Sweltering temperatures can mean trouble for your ride, but these tricks can help you keep your car cool! http://bit.ly/1X3enmh

Sweltering temperatures can mean trouble for your ride, but these tricks can help you keep your car cool.

05/31/2017

What to Do if Your Car's Brake Pedal is Low or Sinking

If your car is having a braking problem you need to troubleshoot and repair it as soon as possible. https://goo.gl/WleB5X

Diagnosing a brake problem yourself can save serious time and money, whether you're doing your own repairs or taking it to the repair shop.

05/29/2017

Today we honor the brave men and women who gave everything for our country. #MemorialDay

05/26/2017

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05/22/2017

Why You Don't Want to Use Winter Tires in Warm Weather

What happens if you use winter tires in weather that isn't exactly the coldest? http://bit.ly/2rmp1bv

That soft tread might be great for digging through snow, but not so much when it comes to dry, warm pavement.

05/16/2017

Over One Million RAM Trucks Recalled for Airbag Defect

RAM trucks are being recalled for an airbag defect. https://goo.gl/kphxdX

According to the recall, certain RAM pickups suffer from a software glitch that disables some safety systems.

05/14/2017

Thank you to #mothers everywhere! #HappyMothersDay

05/10/2017

How to Change a Tire

Flat tires are bound to happen. Luckily, changing a tire is a pretty simple task! https://goo.gl/ba9LeV

Have you ever been stuck on the side of the road with a flat tire? Do you want to be able to change a tire without having to ask for help?

05/08/2017

This Is Why You Don't Buy Cheap Tires

Tires help you go faster, turn better, and stop sooner. Remember to check them frequently! https://goo.gl/rvneRc

You can upgrade your engine all you want, but it's tires that'll really make you faster.

05/03/2017

Car Care - Five fluids to check

Checking the fluids is quick and easy enough—truly any driver can do it. https://goo.gl/xU6qul

If you’ll be driving over the river and through the woods to anybody’s house this holiday season, or just commuting to work, performing a simple under-hood inspection can keep your motor running smoothly and reliably. Checking the fluids is...

05/01/2017

Junkyard Find: 1974 Cadillac Fleetwood Sixty Special Brougham

If you love old cars, this junkyard find will definitely get you excited! http://bit.ly/2oQbs6D

This is two-and-a-half tons of luxury Detroit Iron, now discarded and awaiting crushing in a San Francisco Bay Area self-service junkyard.

04/26/2017

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04/24/2017

Road trip

With the seasons changing, many of us are planning #Spring getaways. Before you hit the road, prepare your #vehicle: http://bit.ly/1XnyETI

Road trip - How to prepare for a road trip

04/19/2017

What's That Stuff Leaking Out Under Your Car?

That little spot underneath your car may be trying to tell you something. https://goo.gl/daoD3A

The easiest way to identify a leak is by looking at, and smelling the fluid that's sitting on the ground in your driveway. Here's how.

04/17/2017

How Horsepower Came to Be

Where exactly did the term come from, and how was it first derived? https://goo.gl/YSMEbf

It was made up to sell stuff.

04/12/2017

Why do some states require emissions testing?

Why do certain states require emissions testing, but others don't? http://bit.ly/2k8KZLY

Getting your car checked for dangerous pollutants has been a part of the American driving experience since 1966, when California launched the first vehicle emissions testing program.

04/10/2017

How to Check the 6 Essential Fluids in Your Car

Keeping all fluids at the proper level helps your car last longer and drive better. https://goo.gl/nHzdJC

Your car works on fire, metal, and fluid, and if you don't keep things flowing, you're going to regret it.

04/05/2017

How Many Miles Do Americans Drive Per Year?

According to the FHWA, the average #American driver logs 13,476 miles each year! Read more fun #facts here: http://bit.ly/2opY1pm

Driving is an important part of the United States economy and a major influence on American culture. As citizens of one of the most mobile countries on the planet, Americans drive thousands of miles every year.