Oct
28

SUV – Is it the Right Vehicle For You?

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Not many vehicles on the road today command the same respect as the muscular and sturdy Sports Utility Vehicles (SUVs) do. These mean machines leave on-lookers in awe wherever they tread. The sheer presence of an SUV is captivating enough to make you yearn for one. Nowadays, these dream machines usually come loaded with high-end features and functions that make your drive comfortable yet dominating at the same time.

There is no doubt that SUVs are high performance vehicles famous for their huge intimidating frames, powerful engines and capacity to adapt to extreme roads and driving conditions. These qualities are probably the USP of all Sports Utility Vehicles. These vehicles are usually built on light truck chassis and they combine the towing capacity of a pickup truck with the cabin space of a station wagon.

Most SUVs are equipped with technological features like four-wheel-drive, all-wheel-drive, traction control, Anti-Lock Brakes, Locking Differentials etc making them suitable for off-road use. These powerful machines are capable of carrying more number of passengers compared to a normal car while maintaining the same comfort levels. Read the rest of this entry »

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Oct
26

Used Car Parts

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It is a common misunderstanding by many that Used Car Parts are usually damaged and loathsome. Many wonder if why these parts should ever be out if they were working fine in the car that they were being used in. But this judgment is far from being factual.

In fact there are lucid profits of buying used car parts from just saving money. Generally you will get neat manufacturer parts from the recoup vehicle where as purchasing the same from your local auto part shop would only provide duplicate versions and every so often may not even be primed to the same values.

All the big players in the Car parts industry have websites from which the buyers can order parts online.

Auctions:- Auctions are the most excellent places to find well handled used Car Parts. People tear down their cars for parts every so often (for different reasons) and many vend those used car parts online to the top bidder. The easiest way to find auctions for the part you are interested in is to look for for the car part itself. Where as, in a used auto part Auction search, you possibly will wind up finding a vast string of results difficult that may be difficult to sort. So first establish the preferred used auto part you want and then open the sites the part is listed for. This is Time saving. Read the rest of this entry »

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Oct
24

Car Care Tips

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According to recent studies, 5% of all motor vehicle fatalities are clearly caused by automobile maintenance neglect.

The cooling system should be completely flushed and refilled about every 24 months. The level, condition, and concentration of coolant should be checked. A 50/50 mix of anti-freeze and water is usually recommended.

Never remove the radiator cap until the engine has thoroughly cooled. The tightness and condition of drive belts, clamps and hoses should be checked by a certified technician.

Change your oil and oil filter as specified in your owner manual more often (usually every 3000 miles) if you make frequent short jaunts, extended trips with lots of luggage or tow a trailer.

Replace other filters (air, fuel, PCV, etc.) as recommended more often in dusty conditions. Get engine drivability problems (hard stops, rough idling, stalling, diminished power, etc.) corrected at a certified shop. Read the rest of this entry »

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