If you are an employee for a rideshare company then you are likely looking for ways to maximize your profit potential. Not only can busy rideshare spots increase your profits, but the MPG that your vehicle gets can, as well. Increasing your fuel economy will allow you to profit more on each ride that you do, which at the end of the day can add up to a nice chunk of money.
23 September 2015
As an ecofriendly and thrifty car owner, you don't want to throw away perfectly good car oil every 3,000 miles. On the other hand, leaving oil in your car after its best-by date can be risky and you don't want to cause permanent damage to your engine. So how can you make sure that your engine gets the lubrication it deserves for many thousands of miles between oil changes? Here are four ways to lengthen the interval between required changes.
11 September 2015
So many weird things can happen with an auto's transmission. Some of them are scary too, such as those moments when your transmission gets stuck only on overdrive/drive and you cannot step on the brakes in order to shift it into park. The transmission can also get stuck in reverse, leaving you with no choice but to pull over (backwards, mind you) and park the car until a tow truck can pick you up.
19 August 2015
An increasing number of dealerships, tire outlets and auto repair shops are offering to fill their customers' tires with nitrogen instead of oxygen. Proponents claim that nitrogen offers a number of advantages that lead to better overall performance, tire longevity and, most importantly fuel economy. But does it really give you an edge when it comes to squeezing more miles out of your gallon? What Nitrogen Brings to the Table
4 August 2015
Breaking down on the side of the road isn't fun for anyone. Regardless of whether you have a flat tire or your engine went kaput, you want to make sure you are safe and sound while waiting for the towing company to arrive. Not sure what you can do in the meantime? Here are a few things you can do to help pass the time while waiting for your tow truck driver to show up.
22 July 2015
When it comes to auto restoration, you have to know what you're doing or you risk damaging your vehicle. If you are a do-it-yourselfer and want to try to do your own classic car restoration, the time will come when you need to rip out the old carpet and replace it with a brand new rug. Here is how to do it: 1. Ordering the Right Carpet Rug. When it comes to placing an order for the carpet for your restoration, it is important to see if the supplier you are ordering from has a different rugs for manual and automatic shifters.
1 July 2015
Some people enjoy having a diesel engine in their car because it provides more horsepower compared to a standard fuel engine. It gives them the ability to tow things that are very heavy such as trailers and boats, and can be fuel-efficient as well. Here are a few things to consider that will keep your car's diesel engine working great. Avoid Revving A Cold Engine Since diesel engines are powerful, you may be tempted to rev your engine to warm it up before heading out onto the road.
17 June 2015
