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10 Things You Didn't Know About Changing Your Oil. Top Story - November 2018.
Not everyone is a "car person," and that's alright by me. Even if you don't have any particular interest in cars, however, there's still a good chance you own one. In fact, you probably use it almost every single day. If you own a car, you need to be in tune to its basic maintenance needs, and changing your oil is an integral part of those needs—among other car maintenance tips every driver should know. Whether you love learning about cars or you just want to know enough to take care of your daily mode of transportation, there are basic facts we should all know about our oil.
By Joseph D. N. Kendrick7 years ago in Wheel
Motorcycles: Worth the Risk?
While stuck in the endless sea of cars of our daily work commute, you notice a few motorcyclists cutting through the endless crawl of traffic, and you sit there helplessly daydreaming about how cool it would be to own a motorcycle. I mean why not consider investing in a motorcycle? The benefits seem to clearly outweigh the disadvantages, right?
By Zack Monroe7 years ago in Wheel
Reasons Why Your Car is Stalling
Ah cars, can't live with em, can't live without em. There’s nothing more frustrating than car issues. And oftentimes, they're inevitable, as even the most reliable American cars run into issues. If you’re having trouble figuring out the reasons why your car is stalling, you definitely understand these frustrations firsthand. There are any number of reason why it could be stalling, and it’s important to make sure that you are able to diagnose the problem.
By Cato Conroy7 years ago in Wheel
Top 5 Car Safety Features to Look for When Buying Your Next Car
It’s amazing to think airbags and seat belts are both relatively new safety features in cars across the world. Seat belts didn’t become mandatory in the United States until 1983, and airbags not until 1998. That marks almost 100 years of the car before putting in safety features that many of us today have never lived without. With technology booming and talks of self-driving cars, it’s not shocking that manufacturers are starting to streamline these features in their newer, everyday models.
By Angela Fausone7 years ago in Wheel
Essential Tools for the Home Mechanic
A garage is a special place in your home. It is private – your guests are rarely invited here. It’s protective – securing your car from theft and elements. Finally, this is your creative space since you like taking good care of your car. For your garage to be fully functional, it has to have a high-quality door and to be equipped with certain tools. The latter can be conveniently bought in a local shop or online. But, which ones do you have to possess so as not to be left without an essential while you’re right in the middle of some important operation? Here’s a brief list for every home mechanic out there.
By Tanya Mayer7 years ago in Wheel
Car Maintenance Tips Every New Driver Should Know
The machinery in a car is nearly as complex as the human body and just as dangerous. Owning and maintaining your vehicle is a great responsibility that requires a great deal of diligence and care. While our modern vehicles are far safer and far more durable than those that came before, things still break and there are new issues to be addressed. When driving alone for the first time, one should start with some basic automotive knowledge rather than jumping right in. By understanding some of the ways in which an automobile functions, it is easier to know what forces will cause dysfunction and what signs indicate problems. While you don't need to understand the entire system behind how a car works in order to drive it, a working knowledge of the machine will allow you a far better ability to solve issues and make important snap decisions. No driver should ever go on a substantial road trip without knowing some basics of car maintenance tips.
By Fred Eugene Park7 years ago in Wheel
So You've Had an Accident...
First Things First After an Auto Accident – Gather All the Important Paperwork It’s unfortunate that you were involved in an automobile accident and now you’re dealing with injuries. That being said, you need to gather the following paperwork to bring with you to the attorneys you talk to.
By Maria Castle7 years ago in Wheel
5 Driving Safety Tips for the 2018 Holiday Season. Top Story - November 2018.
Are you planning on hitting the road this upcoming holiday season? While many people take planes in order to get home, even more people pack up their cars, load in their families, and drive to their loved ones. The traffic speaks for itself! Whether you’re headed to your mom’s house for a big turkey dinner, or headed to your favorite winter cabin to open festive gifts, there are a few important driving tips that you should keep in mind.
By Amanda Lin7 years ago in Wheel
How to Sell Your Used Vehicle
If you want to sell your used vehicle before buying a car, there are a series of steps you’ll need to take to make sure you get it right. Not only will you want interested buyers to see you as legitimate, but you’ll also want all maintenance to be up to date, all terms and conditions to be set, and you’ll want the sale price to be fair for both you and the buyer. Because you’re trying to sell a used car on your own, it can be more difficult, but that doesn’t mean it isn’t a good idea. Knowing all the proper steps and doing your research is the first step.
By Morgan E. Westling7 years ago in Wheel
My Review of the TD MyAdvantage App
I’ve been using the TD MyAdvantage app for the past week and I learned a lot about my driving habits and general driving habits in my neighborhood. This app has opened my eyes to a lot of different aspects of driving that I never really contemplated. Ultimately my goal is to have the app help me save money on car insurance but time will tell how much of a benefit it really it is.
By Brian Anonymous7 years ago in Wheel
The Beast
The beast. It was early in the 1970s and I was the geeky kid at school. You know the one that carried a briefcase instead of backpack. The occasional saving grace that kept me from complete social isolation was my brother. Six years my elder and a biker. He would, when the mood strike him, pick me up outside the gates of my all boys secondary school on his motorbike. This was not just any bike, this was "the beast." A full on cafe racer from the 1960s, these were the days before the Japanese had taken over. Before fiberglass fairings and disc brakes and engines the size and weight of a small house. A Triumph 110, the precursor to the Bonneville although any resemblance to the factory model had long since past. The 650cc engine had been fitted with 11-1 compression pistons that made kick starting it a risky art form. Twin carbs and a two into one swept up exhaust. Four leading shoe front brakes that left the front wheel spokes no longer that a large match stick. Twin leading shoe brakes on the back and an aluminum five gallon fuel tank. Clip-ons and rear sets forced the rider into a near prone position hunkered down with his chest embracing the tank. The whole sight was a vision of black and silver, aluminum and chrome with just one nut on the front wheel painted red as a highlight. Like I said, a classic 60s cafe racer. Dad said, "Son one say that bike will kill you." He could not have been more wrong.
By kelvin matchett7 years ago in Wheel
