Four Problems You Want To Be Sure Not To Overlook When Buying A Used Semi Truck

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If you need to have a new truck for your business, and are planning on buying used, there are some things that you will want to look for. You may want to do a basic inspection and hear the truck run, but there are also things that you do not want to overlook, such as the condition of the brakes and transmission. Here are some things that you will want to be sure to not overlook when you are looking for a new truck:

15 September 2015

Three Keys To Safer Driving And A Cleaner Driving Record

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If you want to keep your drivers license clean and make the most of your time on the road, there are some quality tips that you should keep in mind. The tips laid out below will be helpful to you whether you are just starting to drive or if you have been driving for decades. By following the guidelines below, you'll avoid wrecks and problems with the law. To that end, read on and give yourself the help that you need by employing these strategies.

26 August 2015

Four Steps To Take To Prepare For A Car Breakdown

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Car breakdowns are inevitable. At some point they happen to everyone. Regardless of how well you maintain your car, eventually it will probably break down. A tire could go flat, your battery could die or you could just run out of gas. It pays to be prepared so the experience is not too traumatizing. 1. Sign up for a service to help. There are multiple service programs that you can enroll in to ensure that if you do break down, you have someone to call.

10 August 2015

4 Tips To Help You Prepare Your Oil Heating System While It Is Not In Use

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With the hot weather, you may not be thinking about your heating system. While you are not using your heating system, it is a good time to think about preparing it for the winter months. You may want to do things like replace filters, flush tanks and have home heating fuel delivered. It can be a lot less costly to do these things now, rather than wait for winter. If you want to start preparing your heating system, here are some tips to help you be prepared when the first frost arrives:

24 July 2015

2 Tips To Prevent Diesel Fuel Filter Clogs

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Your vehicle's diesel fuel filter has a very important job -- filtering out contaminants to help prevent them from getting in the fuel tank and the other components of your fuel system. Replacing your fuel filter as needed is imperative to keeping your vehicle in good running condition, but preventing your filter from getting clogged in the first place can save you money and help prevent problems. These are two simple tips that can help you keep your diesel fuel filter from becoming clogged.

6 July 2015

Brakes That Go Bump In The Night: Why Your Car Vibrates At Stop Signs

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There is a certain feeling of dread that can come with any funny noise that your car makes. This is especially true if you think your brakes are the culprit. Large brake jobs can be expensive, but not getting them taken care of can cause many other problems; from uneven wearing on your tires to other safety issues, such as brake failure. If your car feels like it is vibrating every time you put your foot on the brake, there could be one of several things going on.

22 June 2015

How To Change The Air Filter On Your Car

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The air filter protects your car's engine from contaminants from getting inside and causing damage. A dirty air filter can also have a negative effect on your gas consumption as the engine has to work that much harder to get up to speed. Replacing the air filter is fairly simple and can be done yourself by following these easy step-by-step instructions. To change the air filter you will need the following tools:

4 June 2015