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How Often Should You Have a Routine Maintenance Performed?
Believe it or not, millennials are more likely than any other generation to get regular maintenance performed on their cars. This generation may catch a lot of hate for "killing" industries, but one thing's for sure, they know how to take care of their cars. So if you want to be as good of a car owner as millennials, follow one rule. Every time you treat yo’ yourself, you really should treat yo’ car as well. What I mean by this is, always be sure you're checking up on a different part of your car. Check the oil, check your tires, check fluids, breaks, windows etc. If you are always checking in with your car, you will be sure to find damage before it gets bad and breaks the bank. If that’s not something you’re into, follow general maintenance timelines for your vehicle.
By Bill Shaffir7 years ago in Wheel
Uber's Impact on Drunk Drivers: Have We Seen Improvements?
Uber went live back in 2010 in San Francisco and in eight years, it has exploded into a multi-billion dollar company serving in several countries including Mexico, France, Taiwan and more. The app has undoubtedly made it easier and more accessible to find a ride home, which one would think is making a difference in drunk accident deaths. On its website, the company claims that “services like Uber are helping curb drunk driving.” Despite the company being available across the United States, statistics show that fatal drunk driving accidents in this country have not significantly decreased.
By Stephanie Murguia7 years ago in Wheel
The History of the Christmas Hess Truck. Top Story - December 2018.
"The Hess Truck's here and it's better than everFor Christmas this year! The Hess Truck's here!" I heard that jingle burst through the radio when I was a little kid back in the 90s. Next door, my neighbor had a tradition of giving his kids a Hess truck every holiday season.
By Buddy Brown7 years ago in Wheel
10 Reasons Why Your Check Engine Light Is On
Whenever something goes wrong with a vehicle, the first reaction many car owners have is to start freaking out. Likewise, once that pesky check engine light lights up on the dashboard, people start presuming the absolute worst.
By Bill Shaffir7 years ago in Wheel
Drowsy Driving vs. Drunk Driving
Have you ever driven your car while feeling lethargic? Well, although driving while tired may seem like a harmless or normal thing to do, it can have serious consequences. Most people are aware of the dangers of drunk driving but not everybody is knowledgeable of the dangers of driving while worn out.
By Brandon Leuangpaseuth7 years ago in Wheel
10 Reasons to Buy a Kia
Kia has received an astonishing facelift over the past decade. The company hailing from Korea was formerly known for inexpensive cars you bought because it was what you could afford. However, in the last 10 years, local dealerships have filled their lots with a brand that has grown and expanded to become a force to be reckoned with.
By Bill Shaffir7 years ago in Wheel
American Muscle
The Chevy Chevelle was one of Chevrolet's most successful nameplates. The Chevelle Super Sport, or SS represented Chevrolet's ticket into the muscle car battle. It began as the ultimate working stiff’s muscle car and remained so from 1964 through its peak in 1970 fading out to the last model Chevelle SS in 1973.
By BJ Tyrrell7 years ago in Wheel
How to Tell If Your Mechanic Lied to You
It is no secret that some mechanics will invent repairs or needed buys when you go in for a simple inspection or oil change. Don't get me wrong, many mechanics are honest and can help you with serious car repairs, but some are...well, some are less than reputable. Worst case scenario, it couldn't hurt you to know when your mechanic lied to you in those instances. Sure, you can't forget that your mechanic is part of a business when your check engine light comes on, but knowing the difference between someone helping you or when they are trying to help the financial situation of their auto repair shop will be crucial to saving you money that you don't need to spend.
By Bill Shaffir7 years ago in Wheel
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
