John Barrows | November 29, 2010
The number of diesel powered cars on North American highways has been dropping steadily ever since their peak in the mid 1980s. For many motorists, diesel engines conjure up images of pollution, poor power, and unreliability. However, one generation later and all that is about to change. New diesel powered vehicles will soon be arriving, [...]
John Barrows | November 28, 2010
1. – Gas Savings – Hybrid cars can get up to 60 mpg (miles per gallon), due to their advanced aerodynamics, engine efficiency, tire technology (which is so different to the standard cars) just to mention some of its characteristics.
2. – Environmental Issues – Reduced gas emissions equals less air pollution because a hybrid car [...]
John Barrows | November 26, 2010
What To Know If You Are In The Market For A New Car
If you are in the midst of shopping for a new car then you need to know what you are doing. If you dont take the time to learn the ins and outs of buying a new car you are going to get [...]
John Barrows | November 24, 2010
You may not notice it but the carpets in your cars interior seem to be one of the dirtiest parts of your vehicle. Just imagine how many pairs of feet trudge on it everyday. Just count how many times they did become the location of food bits and food wrappers. Also keep in mind how [...]
John Barrows | November 20, 2010
As a driver, you should be prepared for vehicle breakdowns or other unexpected situations. For safety, the service specialists at Chrysler, Jeep and Dodge recommend keeping the following items in your car.
1. Disposable camera. In case of an accident, it will help you document any damage.
2. First-aid kit. It will come in handy for treating [...]
John Barrows | November 20, 2010
Selecting a car cover for your truck, van, SUV, or passenger car is a matter of finding one that fits your car and going with that one, right? Well, there is a lot more to it than simply purchasing a car cover. Size does matter, but so do quality, durability, and price. Lets examine some [...]
John Barrows | November 19, 2010
The 2006 cars are fresh in dealer showrooms and already talk is raging about several upcoming cars set for release in model year 2007 or later. The styles are great, the engineering is advanced, and you simply havent seen anything yet. Lets take a peak at what is coming down the pike. One of these [...]
John Barrows | November 15, 2010
Pretty soon, the frost will be on the pumpkin and that should signal it’s time to start thinking about getting your vehicle ready for the colder weather ahead.
Here are some fall car care tips from the experts at the National Institute for Automotive Service Excellence (ASE), who warn motorists that winter is a dangerous [...]
John Barrows | November 13, 2010
The Internet isn’t just a good way to research cars before you buy. It can also help steer you toward a reputable car dealer. When searching the Web for a car dealer, keep a few expert tips in mind:
• Inventory-Are you interested in a reliable used vehicle and don’t mind a lot of miles [...]
John Barrows | November 10, 2010
Tips to Keep Your Car In Shape for Road Trips
With gas prices on the rise, there is no better time than now to think about vehicle maintenance.
“Proper car care is critical during the travel season,” said Rich White, executive director of the Car Care Council. “With gas prices exceeding an average $2 per gallon for [...]