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- Specialty Motor Oil Protects Cars From Effects Of Ethanol
Since President Bush announced an agenda for weaning the country from dependency on foreign oil, new ethanol plants have been popping up across the nation. - Tire Tips To Keep You Rolling Into Fall
Recent research by the Rubber Manufacturers Association tells us that more people wash their cars each month than properly check their tire pressure. But a clean car is not going to do much to keep us safe on the roads. Adding a few minutes to your fall car care routine to check your tires will help keep you safer this season. Here are some simple tips: - Tips For Saving At The Pump As You Take To The Roads
Labor Day marks the end of two favorite summer pastimes: vacation road trips and summer blockbuster movie releases. - Ethanol Fuels Becoming More Accessible To Drivers
We all want to help save the environment, but for some of us it's easier said than done. Hybrids are still pricey, public transportation isn't always reliable and giving up our cars isn't necessarily an option. - Engine Treatment Aids Conservation Efforts
As gasoline prices fluctuate in each day's headlines, conservation is taking on a new importance. The automotive industry is doing its part with research and development into various technologies, some of which may make it to the marketplace. - Respect Large Trucks, Stay Safe On The Road
Passenger vehicle operators - not truck drivers - cause approximately 70 percent of all fatal crashes involving a car and commercial truck, according to federal government statistics. - Don't Let Potholes Puncture Spring Fun
Many of us eagerly await the arrival of spring every year. But once the spring showers wash away what's left of winter, often we are left dodging potholes on the roads. - Customize Your Off-road Vehicle
In these times when we're all being defined by numbers and crunched into conformity, we still want something that expresses our own style. Something that says, "This is me." - What Is Your 'check Engine' Light Telling You?
The Car Care Council reports that one out of 15 vehicles inspected at its National Car Care Month Vehicle Check-Up Events had its "check engine" light illuminated. - Get Your Atv In Top Shape For Spring
Spring is just around the corner. You know how it is: One minute you're adding antifreeze, and the next you're wiping spots of sap off the car hood. - Flush Out Engine Failure
Want to avoid getting stranded by an overheated engine? Take a few minutes to perform a few quick cooling system maintenance activities. - Tips To Help You Avoid A Vehicle Fire
Car fires account for 17 percent of all reported fires and 13 percent of all civilian fire deaths, according to the National Fire Protection Association. More than two-thirds of vehicle fires result from mechanical or electrical failures or malfunctions, compared to only 3 percent from collisions or rollovers. - Aaa Urges Drivers To Heed Dashboard Warning Lights
Every time you start your car, the dashboard warning lights glow to greet you and fade away after a few seconds. But if they stay on, there may be a major problem that needs to be dealt with right away. - Drivers: Don't Forget To Check The Antifreeze
One of the easiest and most important tasks to prepare your vehicle for winter driving is to inspect the level and freshness of your vehicle's antifreeze. - 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. - Competent Auto Repair Has Never Been More Important
Automotive service and repair has changed dramatically over a generation, according to the National Institute for Automotive Service Excellence (ASE), an independent group that tests and certifies the competence of auto technicians nationwide. - Take Control Of Rising Prices On Gas
Does your money seem to evaporate with every trip to the gas station? You can add miles to every gallon you pump simply by maintaining your vehicle and practicing fuel-saving driving habits. - 6 Earth-friendly Auto Tips
Last year marked a turning point in which Earth-friendly alternative-fuel and hybrid vehicles gained major attention and an increasing market share. On top of that, the AAA Great Battery Roundup collected more than 20,000 used vehicle batteries and disposed of them in an environmentally sound manner. - Get Ready For Summer Driving
The busy summer driving season is coming. Will your vehicle be ready?
The experts at the nonprofit National Institute for Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) offer the following tips on getting your vehicle ready. - Tips On Choosing The Right Auto Repair Shop
As the weather gets warmer, motorists should begin thinking about getting their vehicles ready for the busy summer driving season. - 5 Safety Tips All Drivers Should Know
According to the 2000 census, more than 112 million people drive or carpool to work daily.
With all these people on the road, drivers need to take every precaution to ensure they arrive safely at their destinations. Here are some tips to heed in your travels. - What To Look For In An Auto Repair Shop
When their cars break down unexpectedly, many people take them to the closest repair shop they can find. But this important decision should not be left to chance. - Tips To Get You Ready For Winter Driving
Winter is the season to be "car care aware."
The Car Care Council recommends performing the following tasks to get your vehicle ready for severe winter conditions. If you're not a do-it-yourselfer, visit a professional auto technician before the temperature dips. - Tools Women Can Use To Impress Their Auto Technician
Trust, reliability and good communication are not just key ingredients to a healthy and successful relationship with your significant other. They are also instrumental to a balanced and sound relationship with your automobile and its technician. - Auto Technician Certification A Boon To Motorists
Finding a competent auto technician should not be a matter of chance. A good deal of the guesswork has been eliminated, thanks to the efforts of the independent, nonprofit National Institute for Automotive Service Excellence (ASE). - Don't Sweat It: Cooling System Maintenance Is Easy
When AAA reports that millions of vehicles overheat each year, it's clear that people are apprehensive about cooling system maintenance.
Compounding the anxiety is the overwhelming number of coolant formulas and colors on store shelves today. It's no wonder that motorists simply don't know which antifreeze/coolant is right for their - Inspections Show Most Vehicles Need More Care
Do you have your vehicle's oil changed every 3,000 miles? Do you regularly check the air pressure in your tires or have them rotated on a set maintenance schedule? Are your vehicle's fluids checked regularly? - New Headlight Technologies Could Save More Lives
Each year, approximately 5,000 pedestrians and bicyclists are killed along U.S. roads - 2,300 of them occurring at night - and another 70,000 pedestrians are injured in traffic crashes, according to a 2003 National Highway Traffic Safety Administration report. - New Advances Made In Hydrogen Fuel Cells
The best hope for bringing the hydrogen-fueled automobile to the American roadway may be a technology that is invisible to the naked eye. - Tiny Device Alerts You To Pump Up Your Tires
A new federal auto safety requirement has engineers busy perfecting a tiny sensor that could help make accidents resulting from underinflated tires a thing of the past. - Rain Or Shine, New Technology Keeps Travelers Connected
As last year's hurricanes and tornadoes demonstrated, Mother Nature can be devastating. When the storms came and the power went, some people relied on high-tech innovations to cope. - Help With Auto Repairs Is A Cell Phone Call Away
Mobile phones have become a lifeline for North American motorists. According to the Cellular Telephone Industry Association, more than 73 million calls are placed to 911 hotlines from cell phones every year. AAA handles an additional 14 million calls for emergency roadside assistance from cell callers. - Tips On What To Do After An Auto Accident
Car accidents can happen in the blink of an eye. According to Car-Accidents.net, they occur approximately 6.4 million times each year. - New Magnesium Wheels Race To U.s. Market
Automotive enthusiasts can now upgrade their vehicles with high-performance, forged magnesium wheels adapted from Formula One racing designs. - Va. Company Puts E85 Ethanol In Your Gas Tank
Ethanol is the word of the day in Saluda, Va. This small and quiet fishing community is home of XcelPlus International Inc., the company that makes the FlexTek, a small black box that makes it possible to burn E85 ethanol in an existing car or truck. - Fuel-efficient Jetta Tdi Saves Money At The Pump
In a time when anything under $2.20 gallon for gas is a bargain, those shopping for a new car are definitely comparing notes. - Tips To Keep You Rolling Into Fall
Recent research by the Rubber Manufacturers Association tells us that more people wash their cars each month than properly check their tire pressure. But a clean car is not going to do much to keep us safe on the roads. Adding a few minutes to your fall car care routine to check your tires will help keep you safer this season. Here are some simple tips: - Auto Repair Has Never Been More Important
Automotive service and repair has changed dramatically over a generation, according to the National Institute for Automotive Service Excellence (ASE), an independent group that tests and certifies the competence of auto technicians nationwide. - Magnesium Wheels Race To U.s. Market
Automotive enthusiasts can now upgrade their vehicles with high-performance, forged magnesium wheels adapted from Formula One racing designs. - Vw Hops Back In Time To Re-introduce The Rabbit
Volkswagen aficionados will be hopping to their local dealerships this summer to welcome the Rabbit back to the German automaker's line. - Improve Your Gas Mileage
Does the cost of gas have you fuming at the pump? If carpooling and public transportation are not the answers for you, you'll be happy to know there are ways to improve your fuel economy no matter what type of car you are driving. - New Flameless Flares Easier; Safer To Use
While most roadside safety kits contain at least one traditional incendiary device, they may not be the most harmless way of attracting help. - The Benefits Of Fall Car Care
Car care in the autumn months helps you get ready for winter conditions, of course, but regular maintenance has other benefits as well. - Take Advantage Of Gentle Weather For Car Care
Early fall, before cold weather sets in, is an optimal time for car care, according to the experts at the nonprofit National Institute for Automotive Service Excellence (ASE). - Car Washing 101
Cleaning a car is a piece of cake, right?
It is if you follow the procedures suggested by the Car Care Council. While it's the most basic procedure in car care, it does require some thought. - Hot Weather: The Culprit Behind Car Battery
Summer is the season for major car battery problems.
Heat, not cold, shortens battery life, says the Car Care Council. The average life of a battery is three and a half years, and even shorter in warmer climates. - The Heat Is Rising: Make Sure Your Car Is Running
You've worked hard all year and summer vacation is right around the corner. You deserve some rest and relaxation, but nothing can ruin a vacation like being stranded on the side of the road miles from your destination. - Is Your Car Ready For Summer Vacation?
Summer's fast approaching, and for many that means making plans for the traditional family getaway at the beach, mountains or with distant relatives. For most it means packing the kids, luggage, coolers and equipment into the family vehicle and hitting the highways. - Tips On Preparing Your Car For A Resale
As new vehicle models make their way out of the factories and into dealerships, many customers will look to trade in or resell their current cars. - Car Maintenance Tips For Safer Road Trips
People across the country are packing up their cars and hitting the road for their summer vacations. But with gas prices on the rise and AAA predicting more than 7.5 million vehicle breakdowns over the warmer months, it's important to make sure that your vehicle is prepared. - 8 Signs That Your Car Has Pothole Damage
A pothole can be your car's worst enemy. These holes or pits on a road's surface can seriously damage a vehicle's ride-control system. - Top 10 Items To Have In Your Car
As a driver, you should be prepared for vehicle breakdowns or other unexpected situations. For safety, the service specialists at Chrysler, Jeep and Dodge recommend keeping the following items in your car. - Be Earth-friendly: Get Your Car Serviced Regularly
Regular vehicle maintenance and sensible driving habits will help the environment and save you money in the long run, according to the pros at the National Institute for Automotive Service Excellence (ASE). - National Car Care Month Set For April
The Car Care Council is dedicating an entire month to reminding drivers of the importance of being "car care aware." National Car Care Month, a nationwide effort to focus motorists' attention on the essentials of vehicle care and maintenance, will take place in April. - Get Ready, Get Set, Go Winterize Your Car
Winter's just around the corner and chances are your vehicle needs some preventive maintenance to get it ready for the cold weather ahead. - Avoid Car Trouble: Get A Checkup Before It Snows
Don't let your holiday travels be interrupted by a roadside breakdown. Mechanical failure in the wintertime can be deadly, so it's important to have your vehicle checked out thoroughly at a trusted shop before cold weather sets in. - Don't Get Stuck Out In The Cold: Prepare Your Car For Winter
Who hasn't slipped and slid across an icy road or struggled to see clearly out of a foggy windshield? The cold winter months bring an increase in dangerous driving conditions. Make sure your car is up to the test. - Cold Weather's Coming...is Your Car Ready?
Pretty soon, the frost will be on the pumpkin and that should signal it's time to start thinking about getting your vehicle ready for the colder weather ahead. - Tips To Keep Your Car In Shape For Trips
With gas prices on the rise, there is no better time than now to think about vehicle maintenance.
"Proper car care is critical during the travel season," said Rich White, executive director of the Car Care Council. "With gas prices exceeding an average $2 per gallon for the first time in history, performing a few basic, inexpensive maintenance checks will make road trips both safe and fuel efficient." - Car Care Tips Help Teens, Parents As School Starts
Whether they're driving 500 miles to their university or five miles down the road to high school, students' knowledge of proper vehicle maintenance will improve both their car's safety and their personal safety as they head back to school. - Restore Cooling To Your Car's Ac
If the air conditioning in your vehicle is not blowing cold in 90-degree heat, you'll probably be running to the repair shop. But should you? If saving money and time are your goals, many car repair experts say maybe not. - In-car Cell Signals Increased For Safety
There are two issues that affect in-car signal loss. Either you are driving through a dead zone - an area where the signal is weakened or nonexistent - or your car might actually be blocking part of the signal. - Tips For Selling Your Car On The Internet
With a little attention to detail and some elbow grease, you can save thousands of dollars by selling your vehicle online rather than swapping it with a dealer. The following tips will show you how:
* Avoid overpricing. Research the private-party value on sites like cars.com to find out exactly what your car is worth and price yours competitively to sell quickly. - New Electric Car Helps Cut Fuel Bills
Electric cars have huge potential to change the auto industry, particularly with rising gas prices, but a new design out of California targets the niche of busy urban drivers. - Tips For Selling Your Car On The Internet
With a little attention to detail and some elbow grease, you can save thousands of dollars by selling your vehicle online rather than swapping it with a dealer. The following tips will show you how:
* Avoid overpricing. Research the private-party value on sites like cars.com to find out exactly what your car is worth and price yours competitively to sell quickly. - New Electric Car Helps Cut Fuel Bills
Electric cars have huge potential to change the auto industry, particularly with rising gas prices, but a new design out of California targets the niche of busy urban drivers. - Record Gas Prices Spark Interest In Electric Cars
Prices at the pump are driving more car buyers to look into electricity as an alternative fuel source.
This summer, oil and gas prices surged to new highs. Oil reached $70 per barrel for the first time in history in August, boosting prices at the gas pump to $3 per gallon in many parts of the country. - Electric Cars 'zap' Rising Gas Prices
Tired of paying more and more for gas? Fuel prices this year have been at the highest levels in 25 years, and with world demand for oil higher than ever, they most likely won't decrease any time soon. - Car Rental Options Broaden For Young Drivers
Based on the commonly held belief that people in their early 20s are more prone to risky behavior while driving, many car rental companies have restricted renting cars to people under the age of 25 for years. - Safety Tips For Towing Your Car Or Boat
If you restore antique cars, ride dirt bikes or own a boat, it's important to know how to tow a vehicle properly. Driving while towing can be hazardous if you don't follow simple safety tips. - 2006 Passat Debuts As Newest Family Car
Today, as gas prices are surpassing $3 per gallon, SUVs and minivans are not as practical to own.
So what's a family to do? - Specialty Motor Oil Protects Cars From Ethanol
Since President Bush announced an agenda for weaning the country from dependency on foreign oil, new ethanol plants have been popping up across the nation. - The Benefits Of Car Care
Car care in the autumn months helps you get ready for winter conditions, of course, but regular maintenance has other benefits as well.
According to the experts at the nonprofit National Institute for Automotive Service Excellence, vehicle owners will benefit from longer vehicle life, increased gasoline mileage and better resale value. If you are not a do-it-yourselfer, try the following tips from ASE to help locate a good automotive repair facility as you shop for auto service this fall. - Couple's Honeymoon Goes Up In Flames
Honeymoons are supposed to be a time of romance and moonlit walks, but not for Jeff and Rhonda West of Bessemer City, N.C. - New Outdoor Advertising Targets Market Directly
With a shifting technological landscape that has relegated television to background noise, advertisers are re-evaluating their needs and looking for new ways to bring their message to the public. Rather than creating entirely new ad campaigns, it's becoming increasingly important to make the method as memorable as the message. - Satellite Tv's Era: In The Air And On The Road
Satellite dishes used to be massive metal eyesores that took up yard space, were a hassle to install and were too expensive for most consumers. - Communications Company Takes Live Tv To The Streets
For decades, many companies tried to bring static-free, live television to vehicles on the road. - Tailgating Goes High-tech
It's football Saturday. Your cooler is stocked with burgers, brats and dogs, along with assorted beverages of choice. Portable grill? Check. Team flag? Got it. - Cruise The Country
It has happened to everyone: You're watching a game on television and it's almost over, but then you have to be somewhere and you can't finish watching the game. - Tornado Chaser Uses New Technology To Stay Connected
For anyone who has lived in the Midwest along that band of states known as "Tornado Alley," hearing news reports of a tornado and the ominous wail of warning sirens means that you head for the basement and safety until the storm passes. - Smart Motorists Don't Trade, They Upgrade
Although car trouble and maintenance costs may tempt you to get rid of your vehicle in favor of a new car, repowering your current set of wheels may make much more sense in the long run, according to the Engine Repower Council and the Car Care Council. - Spark Plugs Offer 'xtreme' Benefits
The average motorist often underestimates the power and importance of a spark plug.
Spark plugs must deliver a high voltage spark within milli-seconds in order to ignite the air and fuel mixture inside a vehicle's engine. This process provides the power a vehicle needs to operate. - Tips For Motorists To Save Money At The Pump
Forecasters say the price of gasoline likely will set records throughout this busy driving season, which certainly will shrink many a bank account. Is there anything a motorist can do?
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