Battery technology has come a long way in the past few years. However, even the best batteries eventually die. When a battery dies, it can leave you stranded. If you're lucky, you may be able to get a jump start from another car. If you're not so lucky, you may have to call a tow truck.
If you're experiencing problems with your battery, it's important to have it checked out...
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Auto Tips to get your Car Ready for Fall
The month of October is designated as "Fall Car Care Month." Fall is an excellent time to prepare your vehicle for winter conditions, especially before the first snowfall. Use these five simple car-care suggestions for the autumn season.
Examine the Tires
Tires must be checked as part of any vehicle inspection. Examine the depth of the tire tread and any evidence of wear...
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What is the Water Coming Out of my Exhaust Pipe?
Your car's exhaust system functions by removing the byproducts that are produced while it is running. The byproducts are ejected via the tailpipe, and you may see a little amount of water escaping from it. This is usually not a major issue; it just signifies that there is a little amount of water in your exhaust system that needs to be removed. Sometimes what you see might be ...
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How to avoid breakdowns for your car
For more than 100 years, we have been working to get cars going.Here we'll discuss with you what we've heard about and how to prevent the most frequent triggers of breakdowns.
Battery flat or faulty
Battery faults, particularly in the winter, are the most common cause of breakdowns.
You may not be able to start your car if you have an issue with your motor. The starte...
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Should You Leave Your Windshield Wipers Up in the Snow?
A wintry combination is what your favorite meteorologist is asking for. When you're at work, the storm will build, contributing to a horrible evening drive. You note that a good handful of your co-workers have popped their windshield wipers when you drive into the office parking lot.
That's when you starting your dilemma.
Are you following suit? At least, if you leave yo...
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What to Do When Your Car Is Stuck in Snow
Over the cold winter months, being trapped in the center of a huge mound of snow or on a stretch of ice may be an all-too-common experience. Fortunately, we have a couple of tips and strategies that will make your automobile free in no time, even though you don't have one of the greatest winter driving cars. To get a vehicle unstuck in snow, obey these 5 tips below:
1. Clea...
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What causes Antifreeze Leak From Your Car?
For the secure running of your car, antifreeze is important. By removing the heat from your engine and cooling it with the outside air circulating into your radiator, it prevents the engine against overheating. In extreme weather, it even prevents water from freezing in the cooling machine. In addition, it works within your motor, piping and radiator as a rust inhibitor. Your ...
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Does Cold & Winter Weather Cause Brake Noise?
Winter weather and your brakes
Nothing like hearing scraping or squealing sounds coming from the brakes of your car catches your attention. This is the last thing you need, your mind runs, your winter and you're relying on the braking of your car to help you safely stop on snow and ice. All you should worry of is how much it could cost you.
Read on to discover how Old Ma...
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How to Jump-Start a Car
If your battery is dead, you might be able to jump jumper cables from any good Samaritan vehicle to jump start it. If you can easily use jumper cables on your car, make sure that there is at least as much energy in the battery on the good Samaritan car as your own. If your vehicle has negative ground and the GS vehicle has positive ground, whether your vehicle has an alternato...
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How to Know When Your Vehicle Needs a Tune-up
Intervals for the tuning differ from one car to another. Many older non-electronic ignition vehicles can be modified every 10,000 to 12,000 miles or annually, whichever comes first. It is expected that new vehicles with electronic ignition and fuel injection systems will travel from 25,000 miles to as many as 100,000 miles without a big tune-up.The car is stalling quite a lot....
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