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Getting Ready for a Summer Road Trip? Here are Some Important things to Check Before Your Big Trip

May 9, 2023
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Ensure your vehicle is in tip-top shape for a worry-free journey. Summer is just around the corner, and many families are looking forward to hitting the open road for some much-needed adventure. A well-planned road trip can create lasting memories, but taking the necessary steps to ensure your vehicle is ready for the journey ahead is essential.   So, to increase the...
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Tips for Making Your Auto More Fuel Efficient

September 13, 2022
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With gas prices currently at all-time highs, gas consumption is a primary concern among drivers. The average household annual transportation costs are nearly as much as what’s spent on rent or mortgage payments. Let’s go over several efficient auto driving habits and maintenance tips that can increase your vehicle’s gas mileage and help save you money. Driving Habits One of...
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Stay Prepared—What to do if Your Car Breaks Down

June 7, 2022
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We’ve all seen it, some of us have even experienced it first-hand—a driver parked on the side of the road, looking helpless as they stand beside their broken-down vehicle. It’s a situation no one wants to find themselves in.  But vehicle breakdowns happen. Instead of fretting about worst-case scenarios, the best thing you can do to ensure your safety and...
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4 Things To Look For In A Car Maintenance App

March 30, 2022
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New car maintenance apps are changing the way drivers approach auto service. Today’s drivers are more empowered than ever to stay on top of their car maintenance needs, with an array of car service apps at their disposal. But with so many maintenance apps on the market, how do you know which features are most critical for maintaining a safe,...
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5 Maintenance Tips for Electric Cars

January 26, 2022
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Have an electric vehicle of your own or thinking about purchasing one? Apart from being an eco-friendly alternative to gas-powered cars, electric vehicles (EVs) have some notable advantages over their combustion engine counterparts—just ask the 4 million people who bought EVs last year.  One significant difference between EVs and gas-powered cars is the amount of general vehicle maintenance required. Overall,...
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Debunking Common Myths About Cold Weather Car Maintenance

December 7, 2021
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Cold weather car maintenance tips often get passed on like a game of telephone. Your father teaches you to pull your wiper blades up and away from your car during freezing temperatures, or your friend tells you that turning off your heater can save gas mileage. Over time, some of these misconceptions become widely accepted as the truth.  Though taking...
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Winter Car Care: Your Vehicle Maintenance Checklist

November 16, 2021
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As we head into the frosty weather that colder months bring, icy roads and car troubles can wreak havoc for everyone. While car maintenance is necessary year-round, it is especially important in winter months when hazards run high. Neglecting winter car care can lead to accidents, roadside breakdowns, or simply a car that refuses to start when you’re already running...
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National Check Your Transmission Day: Learning How and When to Check Transmission Fluid

October 21, 2021
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We’re shifting gears on National Check Your Transmission Day to raise awareness and educate our drivers on proper transmission maintenance. We’ll address common questions such as when to check transmission fluid, unhealthy transmission symptoms to look out for, and more. Most drivers avoid care until a maintenance light on their dashboard alerts them of a problem, but neglecting simple transmission...
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Vehicle Maintenance Software Is Changing the Way Drivers Approach Car Service

August 16, 2021
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Many drivers are “rolling a dice” on their way to work as the average vehicle has three parts functioning below standards. While assessing vehicle health can often be a guessing game, vehicle maintenance software is transforming the way we approach car maintenance.  Humidity, temperature, ratio of night to day driving, tow weight, road quality, and any number of driving conditions...
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