Month: March 2015
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Extend the Life of Your Car – Engine& Systems
Care and Maintenance Tips Keep Your Car Running in Top-Notch Condition We’ve compiled our best expert advice, surprising tricks, and car care tips to prolong the life of your automobile! Check engine oil at every other fill-up For an accurate reading, follow this procedure: Run or drive your car for about 15 minutes to warm…
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Exploding sunroofs are more common than you might think
ALEXANDRIA, Va. (WJLA) – There is a danger looming over some drivers; exploding sunroofs are a more common problem than many people realize. Continue reading Kate Vasiloff is a D.C.-area transplant, missing the perks of home. “I’m a Florida sun baby, so I love the sun,” the Arlington resident said. Vasiloff can still catch her…
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Engine Efficiency
When a vehicle’s engine is well-maintained, the engine can run for miles in the six-digit range. How do you ensure maximum engine performance and engine efficiency? By investing in regular maintenance and inspections. To optimize your engine performance, it’s critical that you regularly: Change your oil. This is key. Oil is the lifeblood of…
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Engine Car Care Tips: Maintaining Your Car Engine
Your car is a big investment, so you expect a long life out of it. One of the key components of a car’s life is its engine. Knowing the basics could help your engine hold up to your busy life. Engine oil The main function of oil is to lubricate moving parts to keep them…
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Don’t Scrimp on Vehicle Maintenance
Technician certification organization ASE surveys show a well-maintained vehicle not only lasts longer, it retains more of its resale value. With a sluggish economic recovery and today’s consumers watching their finances carefully, it’s no surprise that the average age of vehicles in the United States is more than 11 years old, according to automotive research…
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Does Engine Coolant Go Bad?
Yes, engine coolant does deteriorate over time, but unless something unusual occurs, you probably won’t need to change the coolant in most late-model vehicles until 100,000 miles. Older vehicles probably require more frequent coolant replacement, so check your owner’s manual to be sure. Most manufacturers now use extended-life coolant with a recommended change interval of…
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Do you have to change the oil every 3,000 miles?
Like the five-day work week and glasses in about an hour, the 3,000-mile oil change is part of the American consciousness. Whether you follow the guideline or not, the number remains the same, decade after decade and car after car. It’s been around so long, most of us don’t even question its veracity. But where…
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Do Speed Bumps Damage Cars?
Speed bumps, also known as “speed humps,” “sleeping policeman” or “road hump” is a traffic controlling device intended to slow vehicles on a road or thoroughfare. They are most frequently used on roads that have low speed limits, typically 35 MPH or less. Design Speed bumps are usually raised 3 to 4 inches above the…
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Do not Race Your Engine!
If autumn comes, can winter be far behind? Most drivers didn’t know how to maintain car or drive safely in the winter. According to the statistic from the highway law enforcement department: car accidents because of improper vehicle maintenance have been more than 50 since this year started. So today we are going to tell…
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Do I need an extra battery for my high end car audio system?
Question: Do I need an extra battery for my high end car audio system? I’ve upgraded my head unit and speakers, and added an amplifier and subwoofer, and it sounds great. Does all that extra gear mean I need to add an extra battery? Answer: Unless you want to listen to music with your engine…