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A look at outdated car maintenance advice and myths

Posted by Vincent Van On March - 18 - 2010 ADD COMMENTS

Maintenance Myths 583x500 A look at outdated car maintenance advice and myths It is time to do house cleaning of outdated car maintenance advice and myths. Ford is taking a closer look at these outdated car maintenance advice and myths to save you some money.  From the review of these car maintenance myths, I concur with Ford. Take for example, remember that you had to change your oil every 3,000 miles or so; well, you don’t have to do that anymore.  Motor oil and engine developments have advanced in the past few decades that this maintenance myth doesn’t apply anymore. By implementing the small changes below, you could save up to $550 ayear or $6,600 over the lifetime of your car.

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What You Need to Know About Car Alignment: Car Alignment 101

Posted by Vincent Van On October - 17 - 2009 ADD COMMENTS

Car Alignment 101

wheel alignment1 What You Need to Know About Car Alignment: Car Alignment 101This is a mini series about car alignment and what you need to know and do prior you bring your car to a mechanic. Your knowledge can save you some money in the end if you know what you are talking about when you communicate to a mechanic.  Wheel alignment is an important factor in maintaining your car balance and ride quality.  It is really frustrating and annoying when your car doesn’t go straight or making a humming sound at high speeds.  Every time you run over a big pothole that you can’t avoid, there is a chance that the alignment on your car might be dislocated.

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Sunday, February 5, 2012