If you're looking for a new vehicle but you don't want to make monthly payments or you want to buy something in cash outright, a salvaged vehicle may be the way to go. Salvaged vehicles can be cars that have been repossessed by the bank, or they could simply be cars that the owner has surrendered due to an accident. Before you take a look around for a salvaged car, make sure you are getting the best vehicle for your money by following these helpful tips.
30 December 2015
When you drive a vehicle regularly, you should expect the brakes that are in place to last somewhere between 30,000 and 70,000 miles before they must be replaced. If you are like a lot of drivers, when your brakes need to be replaced, you will go to the local parts store to get what you need and plan to install the brakes on your own. Even though you can get the basics of installing brakes from just about anywhere, there are huge mistakes that rookies tend to make when it comes to this job.
14 December 2015
If you like going to car shows, you might be thinking about buying a car trailer so that you can transport your beloved vehicle to all of the shows that you participate in. However, it is actually a better idea to rent a car trailer rather than buying one in many cases. These are a few reasons why. Save Money to Spend on Your Car Instead Buying a car trailer isn't cheap, and you probably won't want to buy the cheapest model out there, either.
21 November 2015
Auto glass can become scratched due to debris, such as rocks or twigs, hitting the glass at high speeds. While they may seem like negligible issues to begin with, if left untreated they can spread, causing the structural integrity of the entire window to degrade and requiring the entire pane of glass to be replaced. However, if you act quickly, you can quickly and easily repair small scratches without having to replace the entire window.
3 November 2015
Being able to get to work or school or run errands will depend on your vehicle being in good condition. You will want to have a car that is reliable and well-aligned to make your daily commutes as comfortable as possible. Getting specific questions answered about having your car properly aligned can be helpful to you. Question #1: What are the signs your car needs realignment? One of the first things you may want to know is when your vehicle may need to be realigned.
19 October 2015
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
