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Tips for Using Your Car in Cold Weather

If you are like most people, you rely on your car daily or almost daily to get you to where you need to go. Whether it is a commute to work, trips to the grocery store or runs to soccer, girl scouts and other kid-related activities, you car needs to continue to work even when the temperature drops into the single digits. Here are some tips to ensure that your car will be reliable, even in the cold, and that you won’t be faced with an otherwise avoidable repair bill. Car maintenance is very important in the winter. You should … Continue reading →

Simple Car Maintenance

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One simple way to save money is to take good care of what you’ve got. This is especially true for our cars which are some of our most costly possessions. Here are a few reminders about simple car maintenance. Keeping your car in good condition not only will save you money in repairs, it will also mean your vehicle will last years longer. Engine Oil Check the oil when your car is on a level surface and the engine is cold. Test the oil level by pulling out the dipstick, wiping it clean, then reinserting it before looking for the … Continue reading →

Five Tips for Saving Gas

With gas prices at an all time high, it’s still not likely that Americans will simply park their cars. We are on the go most of the time, and while gas prices are affecting the quality of our lives, they rarely keep us at home. Here are some tips that can help ease the pinch at the pump: 1. Find out where gas is cheapest in your area. Talk to friends and neighbors, look at gas prices even when you don’t need gas, and check websites that offer to find the cheapest prices in your area. Also, don’t wait until … Continue reading →