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Spring Vehicle Maintenance Checklist

In general, it’s easy for people to skip vehicle maintenance during the winter months because they aren’t planning as many outings with the family or road-tripping…

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How Does Your Car’s AC System Work?

It keeps us cool in the sweltering summer heat and it keeps our windshield from fogging up. Our vehicle’s air conditioning can make the difference between…

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Why Is My Check Engine Light On?

We’ve all been there. You’re driving down the road and that pesky check engine light pops on out of nowhere and without any explanation. The nerve!…

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How Often Do You Need A Wheel Alignment?

Just like changing your oil or replacing the air filters, taking your vehicle in for regular tire alignments is an essential responsibility for vehicle owners looking to keep…

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UHP Tires vs All-Season Tires: Which Is Better?

If you don’t really think that much about the tires on your vehicle until it’s time to replace them, you’re not alone. Tires aren’t exactly a…

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How to Decipher Your Vehicle’s Tire Wear Patterns

Even top-of-the-line tires are susceptible to wear and tear, so knowing what to look for in terms of tire wear patterns can be key to discovering…

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How to Clean a Car Battery

If your vehicle is struggling to start, it’s a good indication that there is a problem with the battery. Now before you shell out money on…

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What Do the Numbers on a Tire Mean?

If you look closely at the sidewall of your tire, you’ll find a series of seemingly jumbled numbers and letters that might not make much sense if…

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How to Tell if You Need New Tires

Unless your tires are completely bald or in multiple pieces along the side of the highway, it’s not always easy knowing how to tell if you…