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5 Car Features to Protect You on Winter Roads [Infographic]

Safety January 23, 2019

With nearly 70 percent of the nation’s roads in snowy regions, the majority of Americans have had a “white-knuckle” driving experience in their past. Winter roads claim the lives of 1,300 people every year and injure 116,800, according to the U.S. Department of Transportation. Fortunately, new features including forward collision alerts and lane departure warnings,...
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How to Do Your Own Car Check Up [Video]

Maintenance March 21, 2018

Regular, basic car maintenance is crucial to avoiding serious auto problems. While there are times when your car needs professional attention, learning some DIY car maintenance skills can help keep your ride running smoothly and may even save you money. You don’t need to be an experienced mechanic to follow the car check-up instructions in...
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Hot Rod Repair & Preventative Maintenance Tips

Classic Cars February 1, 2018

Vintage car maintenance differs from contemporary car maintenance in a couple of ways. First, a vintage car has different parts that can’t be hooked up to a computer for diagnostics. Second, you probably aren’t driving it every day, so some of the benchmarks typically used to calculate when maintenance is due may not apply while...
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Tips for Maintaining and Driving on a Spare Tire

Maintenance January 24, 2018

While most drivers realize the importance of taking care of their tires, there’s one tire that usually gets overlooked – the one in your trunk. But some people assume that because they haven’t used a spare, that it can operate like new. Accidents resulting from faulty or poorly maintained spares happen more than most drivers...
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5 Steps to Cleaning Your Car Rims

Maintenance January 18, 2018

A gleaming set of wheels can make an ordinary, used car look new. And with just a little time and the right cleaning techniques, you can take your rims to the next level. Brake dust, a sticky substance caused by friction when you apply the brakes, is highly corrosive and can cause permanent damage if...
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10 Things You Didn’t Know Your Car Could Do

Technology & Trends February 15, 2017

The most sophisticated technology owned by consumers today isn’t held in their hands; it surrounds them every time they get into their vehicles. High-tech touches that previously were reserved for luxury vehicles are becoming commonplace even in the most affordable models, and those features will continue increasing as costs come down while interest and demand...
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Everything You Need to Know About Rock Salt [Infographic]

Maintenance December 5, 2016

Rock salt is one of the most important factors when it comes to winter driving safety. Regularly salting roads can help melt ice and sleet and improve friction under tires. Here are a few things you didn’t know about where rock salt comes from and how it’s used. In addition to properly salted roads, these...
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Top 10 Shortcuts to Car Safety, Reliability and Better Gas Mileage from Hagerty

Maintenance October 21, 2016

If you just purchased a new-to-you vintage car, or if your current vehicle needs some light upgrades but you just don’t know where to start, here is some good news! These are ten common, easy-enough enhancements that will inspire confidence and get you on the road! 1. Tires make the world go ‘round. Since tires...
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NASCAR Pays Tribute to Fallen Heroes in Annual ‘Salute’

NASCAR June 1, 2016

When Dale Earnhardt Jr. hit the track for the 600-mile event at Charlotte Motor Speedway on Memorial Day weekend, his familiar No. 88 Nationwide Chevrolet SS had a brand-new look. As part of the 5th Annual NASCAR: An American Salute campaign, Earnhardt’s car sported a red, white and blue theme, complete with stars and stripes....
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Keep Summer Road Trips Fun with These Car Safety Checks [Slideshow]

Maintenance May 26, 2016

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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7 Hypermiling Tips to Help Improve Your Fuel Economy

Maintenance August 6, 2014

Making small adjustments to how you drive and maintain your car can help you slash lower your fuel consumption and improve your gas mileage. These hypermiling tips may not only save you money at the pump; they can also help you become a safer driver and extend the life of your car. 1. Keep idling...
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