automotive

  • 5 Things To Do If You Find That Your Car Has Been Damaged In A Parking Lot

    The last thing that you probably expect to find when walking out of a grocery store or other business is a scratch or dent on your car, but parking lot incidents can be surprisingly common. If you find your car has been damaged in a parking lot, it's important to take the right steps. These are the five things that you should do in this situation. 1. Take Pictures First of all, you should take pictures of your car's damage for evidence.
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  • Extended Warranties: Sometimes You Really Do Need Them

    If you're buying a new or used car, you'll have an opportunity to buy a dealer services extended warranty. Unlike extended warranties for small electronics, car extended warranties can cover both general and specific issues. That means that you can pick and choose from several warranties, but whether you want to or even should choose them isn't that cut-and-dried. Evaluate the warranty offerings carefully; there are times when getting them does make sense.
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  • 4 Benefits Of Installing Spray On Liners In Trucks

    If you own a truck, you may want to consider installing a spray on liner over the bed. There are several benefit to choosing this type of liner over other options, like carpet or drop-in liners. You can even install them on your own if you want to save money and have the skills to do it yourself. This guide goes over some of the benefits to owning a spray on liner.
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  • Seemingly Harmless Things Car Owners Do That Can Result In Auto Repairs Being Needed

    If you are a person who exhibits certain driving habits or if you choose to handle maintenance issues when you have time rather than at the recommended intervals, you could be placing yourself at risk for needing to have extensive auto repairs performed. Some people are shocked when their cars break down as a result of their nonchalant actions. The following are examples of driving habits and car maintenance choices that may result in you experiencing premature mechanical breakdowns.
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  • Back on Track: How to Recover Your Life and Your Credit Rating Following Divorce

    If you've recently gone through a divorce, you probably weren't prepared for the way it would change your life. Perhaps you never established credit in your own name and depended only on your spouse's credit before your divorce. Perhaps your credit rating is marred because you were forced to depend on credit cards to pay monthly bills at the time of the divorce. Suddenly, you find you have a lousy credit score or you have no credit established in your own name.
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  • Turn Your Pickup Truck Into A Potential Money Maker

    If you have a pickup truck, and are looking for a new source of income, then you might want to consider using the truck for small, side jobs. There are many things you can do with a pickup truck, including hauling scrap, delivering firewood, carting away trash, and plowing snow. However, in order to do any of these things, you will need to accessorize your pickup truck. Below is a list of equipment you might want to add to your truck to make it more viable as a business vehicle.
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  • Why You Should Buy A New Car Instead Of Used

    Are you thinking about buying a new car but don't know whether to buy a new or used one? Though buying a used car is cheaper, there are many more benefits from buying a new one. Some of the great features and benefits of buying a new car are: Guaranteed Protection: When buying a used car, you won't receive any protection against your investment, unless you opt to buy from a dealership.
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  • Four Ways To Prevent Transmission Problems And Get More Miles

    There is a lot of maintenance that you may routinely have done to your car. This can include things like changing the oil and having a tune-up done. You may also want to do maintenance that can help reduce wear and tear on your transmission. Proper transmission care can help you get more miles out of your car. Here are some ways that you can prevent common transmission problems: 1. Driving To Reduce Wear On Your Transmission
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  • Maximizing Profits and Embracing Freedom—Advantages of Purchasing a Mack Semi Truck

    The backbone of the American economy has long been the efficiency and speed of the trucking industry. For many people, long haul trucking represents an opportunity to make a respectable living while exploring the excitement of the open road, but that excitement can be limited if you find yourself dealing with the bureaucracy and restrictions that come from driving for someone else. Below, you'll find a guide to some of the advantages of purchasing your own used Mack semi truck and working as an independent operator.
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  • Three Tools That Your Vehicle Repair Toolbox Needs

    If you are looking to handle any sort of vehicle repairs or do it yourself projects, it pays to have the absolute best tools for the job. Every person who tinkers and fixes things needs a reliable toolbox, so that they can make repairs whenever necessary. However, if you are just starting to put together your toolbox, you'll need to know of some staples to get you started. For that, consider the follow three must-have tools for your toolbox, so that you are able to handle any automotive project that you come across.
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