Staying on top of your car’s maintenance can prolong the life of your vehicle. It can also save you money by avoiding costly repairs and keep you and your family safe on the road. You don’t have to be an auto mechanic to keep your car well-maintained; all you need is a checklist and the...
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There are few things more frightening while towing your recreational vehicle than trailer sway. A sudden gust, a passing semi-truck or a quick steering correction can start your trailer swaying or fishtailing. The loss of control can mean tipping your valuable recreational vehicle or causing a serious accident. Even the most experienced drivers have lost...
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There’s no denying motorcycle road trips can be a fun-filled adventure. But for motorcyclists, road tripping is not as simple as gassing up the car and heading off to your destination. There’s also a big difference between motorcycling along a local highway on a Sunday afternoon and traversing hundreds of miles on a cross-state journey....
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A growing number of Americans will pack up their recreational vehicles and hit the road this year. Ownership of RVs has reached record highs, with 10 million households owning an RV. RV owners will trek across the U.S., visiting some of the 18,000 public and privately owned campgrounds that speckle the map. That’s sure to...
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It all comes down to personal preference. Below, we help you weigh the pros and cons of synthetic and conventional motor oil. For consumers who are looking for ways to save money, motor oil may seem like a good place to cut some costs. While it’s relatively inexpensive as far as car maintenance goes, using...
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Do you want to make your car shine inside and out? Well, you need more than “elbow grease.” Ciro Papi, owner of CP Car Detailing in Blooming Grove, N.Y., says you also need to have to have the right tools. Get started on the inside with these supplies: Interior car cleaning Keeping your interior clean...
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Drafts, or air leaks, can come into your home through windows, fireplaces and even electrical outlets, making your house feel several degrees colder and driving up your heating bills. The potential energy savings from reducing drafts can range from 5% to 30% per year, according to the U.S. Department of Energy. Here are several ways...
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If you own a classic car, chances are you won’t drive it every day. In fact, if you register it as a classic car, your state will often limit how much it can be . Because you’re not driving it regularly, you may want to store your car for extended periods of time, particularly during...
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Most of us have experienced that dreadful moment when the car simply refuses to start. While we often equate dead batteries with those frigid temperatures of winter, did you know that summer months are actually harder on your car’s battery? In fact, batteries in cold climates have a life expectancy of 51 months, while those...
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Few things are more frustrating than a car breakdown when you’re on a road trip. Such incidents may put your safety and your finances in jeopardy. Let’s face it, few of us are cost conscious about repairs when we’re stranded. “While many drivers think about the importance of readying their vehicle for cold weather in...
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