Back to Basics: The ABCs of Car Care
Back-to-school season is the ideal time to review your ABCs; the ABCs of car care, that is.
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Community Car Care Events Show Most Vehicles Need Service
Read Full ArticleCommunity car care events conducted across the country reveal that the majority of vehicles need service on one or more inspected areas of the vehicle.
“At the Car Care Council, we stress the importance of preventative vehicle maintenance and provide free tools, tips and information to help motorists become more car care aware so they can avoid the hassle and expense associated with unexpected car trouble,” said Rich White, executive director, Car Care Council.
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What to Do When Your Engine Overheats
Read Full ArticleThings can get out of control quickly if you don’t know what to do when your vehicle’s temperature rises.
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Why You Should Never Put Your Feet On The Dash
Read Full ArticlePassenger feet are seen on dashboards every day but would that be the case if travelers understood the dangers associated with ‘resting their legs’?
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Don’t Let Tires Flatten Your Summer Travel Plans
Read Full ArticleGetting a flat tire is no fun for anyone at any time, especially on vacation. To keep your summer road trip rolling along, the non-profit Car Care Council recommends a quick tire check before you leave the driveway.
“The excitement of summer vacation quickly deflates when your car has a flat tire,” said Rich White, executive director, Car Care Council. “A quick four-step tire check will help you to avoid the aggravation of changing a flat tire on the side of the road.”
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Auto Care Steps for a Stress Free Road Trip
Read Full ArticleSummer road trip season is here. Taking proactive steps to make sure your vehicle is operating properly will help avoid the hassle and unexpected cost of a breakdown away from home, says the non-profit Car Care Council.
This summer, AAA expects to receive calls from over seven million stranded motorists experiencing car trouble. The majority of issues the travel group anticipates will cause car problems, such as dead batteries and flat tires, can be prevented with a pre-trip vehicle inspection.
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A Clean Car is Money in the Bank
Read Full ArticlePurchasing a new car is a major financial investment. Keeping it clean is an easy and inexpensive way to protect its resale and trade-in value, says the non-profit Car Care Council.
“Many motorists procrastinate when it comes to cleaning their vehicles,” said Rich White, executive director, Car Care Council.
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Make Your Car Last 200,000 Miles
Read Full ArticleNot long ago, to keep a car running beyond the 200,000-mile mark would have seemed about as likely as driving it to the moon. But big improvements in powertrain technology, rust prevention, lubricants, and more have led to game changing improvements in reliability and durability. Now, almost any car can make it well into six-figure territory with proper care.
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Combi USA Recalls Stroller and Car Seat Travel System for Fall Hazard
Read Full ArticleToday Combi USA and the Consumer Product Safety Commission announced the recall of the Combi Shuttle Travel System because the car seat can disengage from the stroller. Consumer Reports discovered this problem in its tests last fall and notified the manufacturer about the problem. Combi immediately stopped selling the product, which had been available through online retailers between June 2015 and September 2016.
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Basic Tire Maintenance for Every Driver
Read Full ArticleThe tires are the only thing between the vehicle and the road. When they are properly inflated and in good condition, the handling, stability and safety of the vehicle will be maximized. Conversely, when the tires are under inflated, worn out or damaged, all of the safety systems on the vehicle cannot overcome the loss of control that comes with a blow-out or hydroplaning situation. Air pressure in a tire is like oil in an engine; when it is low, the resulting internal damage is unseen until it is too late.
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A Little Auto Care Goes a Long Way
Read Full ArticlePerforming simple preventative maintenance on your vehicle will go a long way toward protecting your vehicle investment, says the non-profit Car Care Council.
“Buying a new car today comes with a hefty price tag when you add up the down payment, monthly car payments and higher insurance rates. Neglecting its care can mean even higher costs down the line in the form of more extensive repairs and lost resale value,” said Rich White, executive director, Car Care Council.
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The Privacy Threat in Your Used Car
Read Full ArticleWhen Charles Henderson traded in his beloved convertible four years ago, the dealer made sure to collect the car keys, but he couldn't take away Henderson's digital access.
A security expert at IBM, Henderson knew to protect his private data, so before he waved goodbye to the car, he deleted his personal information from the built-in digital systems that guided him home via GPS, opened his garage door, and dialed up the friends in his phone book. The dealership also double-checked to confirm that he had made many of these moves, he says.
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All-Female Auto Shop Will Do Your Hair And Nails While They Fix Your Car
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April is National Car Care Month
Read Full Article“April is the perfect time for car owners to take their vehicles in for servicing,” says ASE President Tim Zilke. “You can undo the wear-and-tear of winter driving while getting the family car ready for the summer months ahead.”
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Invest Tax Refund in Auto Care and Earn Valuable Dividends
Read Full ArticleAlthough you may be thinking of ways to splurge with your tax refund, the Car Care Council recommends something more practical – invest some of that money in auto care and reap the financial benefits.
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