When the weather turns cold and the temperatures drop below freezing, this can have a negative impact on how well your vehicle will run. Therefore, you need to get your car prepared for cold weather so that it drives and performs smoothly. These are some important steps for getting your car ready for those cold winter months. Changing The Oil It is a good idea to change your oil before cold weather arrives.
24 January 2016
One thing that you might love about your pickup truck is the fact that you can use it to haul things, but you might still have trouble when you're hauling big, bulky and awkward things like lumber. It doesn't matter if you are in the construction business and do it all the time, or if you are simply tackling a DIY project and want to be able to haul your own wood -- following these tips can help.
5 January 2016
There was a time when the words "transmission failure" automatically translated to mean "new car." Rebuilding or replacing a transmission meant more time and money than most people were willing to spend, not to mention the skills needed to do the job without making things worse. But thanks to the evolution of cars -- and the tools used to fix them -- a bad transmission is no longer a death sentence for a car.
16 December 2015
Being able to rely on your vehicle to get you where you need to go is sure to help you maintain your independence. You will want to ensure your car is in good condition before you actually get on the road. However, knowing specific signs that may indicate you need deal with a transmission repair can come in handy to keep your vehicle fully operational. Sign #1: Gear shifting problems
27 November 2015
As a vehicle owner, you probably already know the importance of keeping your car well-maintained, such as by having your tires rotated, your oil changed, your filters replaced and your fluids checked and topped off. However, you might not think that it matters where you take your car for this maintenance. Although there are shops all over the place that offer car maintenance services, you shouldn't take your car just anywhere.
8 November 2015
Home heating oil is actually a form of diesel fuel – similar to the stuff that is used in diesel-burning automobiles and trucks. Understanding what this means can help you make a fuel choice in an emergency, such as if you run out of heating oil between deliveries, or when your normal sources of heating oil aren't available. What Is Diesel Fuel? Diesel fuel is distilled from crude oil, just like gasoline and other oil-based fuel products.
16 October 2015
As your child hits their teen years, one of the first things they think of is learning how to drive. There is a large amount of freedom and responsibility that comes along with getting a license, and you want your teen to be as ready as possible for their driver license test. The right driving school will give them all the tools they need to be ready for any road condition.
30 September 2015
