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There are several reasons why you may be concerned about rust spots on your car. If you are going to try to sell it, any appearance of surface rust will drive down the re-sale price considerably. If you plan on keeping the car for a long time, then you want...
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When we finally get our warmer weather, it usually means road trips
or family outings. Your vehicle should be prepared for these moments
so your plans are not ruined at the last minute. We recommend the
following items should be considered before hitting the road.
Get an oil change if it...
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Don't use kitty litter to get grease and gasoline stains off of cement--you will never get it all. Instead, use powdered dishwasher detergent. Let it sit for about 10 minutes, then scrub back and forth with a stiff broom before sweeping it away. It will break down the grease and...
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It's safe to say that the older an engine gets, the more problems occur. Higher-mileage engines are prone to developing a high idle, often associated with vacuum leaks. Before pulling into your local repair shop, take a few moments to visually search for any dislodged vacuum hose or cracks in...
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Many, I would venture to say most, people would like to make their car go faster. They can’t afford a new, better car, but would like to upgrade the one they currently own. This article is intended to serve as an introductory guide to car upgrades and modifications. It is...
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If your bolt is stripped and you're finding that it is difficult to remove or repair, there's a few simple tricks you can try before turning to a professional for removal. Which method you use to remove the stripped bolt will depend on your particular circumstance. First start by using...
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Real mechanics give you the inside scoop on the tricks of the trade.
1. "Watch out for scare tactics. Admonitions like 'I wouldn't drive this another mile' should be viewed with suspicion."
2. "Check for ASE [National Institute for Automotive Service Excellence] or AAA [American Automobile Association] certification, as well as a...
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There are plenty of mobile mechanic services available, throughout the world. The reason that many of these operators exist is that they can work out of a home garage, doing car services and repairs with a fraction of the overheads that companies that have a shop have. It can be...
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Eco-Green Heavy-Duty Car Wash provides public works departments with an effective, yet safe, solution for cleaning oil, tar, tree sap and bugs from automobiles exteriors.
Daimer Industries Inc., an internationally-recognized supplier of cleaning chemicals for automobiles, announced the shipment of Eco-Green® Heavy-Duty Car Wash, a new vegetable-based formula that removes grease,...
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At night, the road looks different from during the day. Visibility can be reduced, as can the typical driver’s depth perception, peripheral vision and colour recognition. Visibility is only part of the story. Driver fatigue, drowsiness and alcohol also play roles in making night-driving hazardous. To help diminish the risks,...
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