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Benefits of a Clean Auto Air Filter

posted on 3/27/2020 8:28:18 AM

Did you know that changing your air filter can increase your car's fuel efficiency and prolong its engine life? The air filter's job is to deliver 10,000 gallons of clean air to the engine for every gallon of gas burned to enter the engine. Though it's only one small component among the many that make your car run, the air filter plays a big role in how your car runs and how long it runs. Car engines need an equal amount of fuel and clean air in order to run efficiently and smoothly. To make...

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What to Do After a Car Accident

posted on 2/14/2020 9:57:52 AM

Staying safe on the road is every driver’s priority. This is why we get our cars repaired the moment we think that a problem exists. It's for the safety of everyone that there are so many laws in place that drivers need to follow. We all love the ability to drive to get where we want to. But we also need to take care of ourselves and other people on the road. While you may be the most careful driver out there, mistakes happen, and bad drivers can happen too. Automotive accidents are extremel...

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5 Common Power Steering Problems

posted on 1/15/2020 6:57:58 AM

In order to reduce the need for effort from the driver to steer the vehicle, engines incorporate a system referred to as “power steering.” This is a hydraulic system which uses power steering fluid to build pressure which is then used to change the direction of the wheels. This means you don’t need to arm wrestle with your steering wheel when trying to take a turn. When your car’s power steering system begins to fail — or the fluid needs to be replaced — it can make it much harder to co...

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Conventional vs. Synthetic Motor Oil

posted on 12/11/2019 7:40:15 AM

When you go to purchased motor oil from your local auto store, do you know what you’re really paying for? When a service attendant asks you synthetic or regular, do you know the difference? If these situations leave you feeling unsure, let’s examine your options so next time you can make an informed decision. What Are the Advantages of Synthetic Oil Over Conventional Oil? First off, synthetic oil is better than conventional oil. Synthetic motor oil uses a higher quality base oil as compare...

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Tips for Winterizing Your Vehicle

posted on 11/15/2019 2:11:15 PM

Winter is on the way. It’s time to get your vehicle winter-ready. Winterizing your vehicle is necessary to keep your vehicle performing its best during the cold months. Your vehicle’s safety is important during winter conditions, especially if you must drive on icy or snowy roads. There are several things you can do to ensure your car operates successfully throughout the winter months as well as maximize your car’s ability to keep you and your family safe should a winter weather problem occu...

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Tire Maintenance for Beginners

posted on 10/22/2019 2:05:33 PM

How much do you remember about tire maintenance from your driver’s education class? I bet you don’t remember much. Most courses cover the rules of the road, not how to maintain a vehicle. As a new driver, there are many things to learn. Taking care of your car is one of those things. Let’s start with the one part of your vehicle that touches the road, your tires.

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What do the Belts in my Car do?

posted on 10/22/2019 2:03:49 PM

Your vehicle is made of many different parts. In fact, a single vehicle can have 30,000 components or more! With so many parts, it’s hard to keep track of what they all do. In order to maintain your vehicle’s performance, your belts are something you should be familiar with.

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The Main Ways to Haul Your Bike

posted on 10/22/2019 1:57:49 PM

Cars really aren’t designed for carrying bikes. There isn’t room for a fully-assembled bike inside most of them and you need add-ons to attach them anywhere on the outside. Security is a big issue with all forms of carrying a bike that leave your bikes exposed or visible. Lock the bikes to the rack when you stop, and don’t leave a car with bikes on the rack out of your sight.

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Likely Your Car Has TPMS Relearn

posted on 10/22/2019 1:52:08 PM

A direct tire pressure monitoring systems (TPMS) will be standard equipment on every vehicle sold in the U.S. after September, 2007. The criteria for TPMS standardization is that the vehicle must have only four wheels (no dual-wheeled trucks or motorcycles), and weigh less than 10,000 lbs.

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Bg Oil Change Service

posted on 10/22/2019 11:53:56 AM

There are four types of services that you can get beyond a typical oil change. BG Engine Oil Service Wichita This service covers your engine above the manufacturer’s warranty. This service has to be performed before 50,000 miles or before 100,000 miles in order to get added to our plan 1 or plan 2 Protection Plan. This service includes adding MOA (which lowers acid content until the next oil change). Learn more about MOA here. This engine protection plan allows you to gain coverage of 4,000 (b...

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Benefits of a Clean Auto Air Filter

What to Do After a Car Accident

5 Common Power Steering Problems

Conventional vs. Synthetic Motor Oil

Tips for Winterizing Your Vehicle

Tire Maintenance for Beginners

What do the Belts in my Car do?

The Main Ways to Haul Your Bike

Likely Your Car Has TPMS Relearn

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