Car Maintenance Tips - Now from Nationwide

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The 5 Biggest Car Maintenance Myths

March 1, 2014

Find out which car “truths” are anything but – and how to avoid them. Here at Nationwide, we like to … Continued

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Keep Track of Car Maintenance Scheduling

August 20, 2013

A car is a major investment, and you want to keep your ride running safely for a good, long time. … Continued

How to Improve Gas Mileage Without Buying a New Car

June 21, 2013

Sure, buying a hybrid vehicle can increase your fuel efficiency – but what if you can’t afford a new vehicle right now, or don’t like any of the current hybrid offerings? There are a lot of ways to reduce your fuel consumption, even if your daily ride’s been in the driveway for a few years.

The Right Time to Service Your Car

May 24, 2013

It’s obvious when your tank needs refueling or your windshield washer fluid needs replenishing. But knowing when to service your … Continued

6 Emergency Items You Should Always Have in Your Car

April 23, 2013

Thanks to mobile phones, a vehicle breakdown is usually more of an inconvenience than a real danger. A quick call … Continued

Is Premium Gas Worth the Extra Cost?

April 16, 2013

Your vehicle’s octane rating recommendation may not be as important as you thought. Back in the good old days (in … Continued

World’s Longest-Running Car Has Traveled Nearly 3 Million Miles

April 4, 2013

Nothing lasts forever. Well, nothing except diamonds and Irv Gordon’s 1966 Volvo.

Irv’s candy-apple-red 1966 Volvo P1800 is approaching the 3-million-mile mark, about the same distance it would take to travel to the Moon more than 12 times. Guinness World Records awarded Irv’s Volvo the title of Highest Mileage Vehicle, a record he’s held since 2002.