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Getting your car ready for summer (BPT) - Follow these five fast fixes and inspections to cruise through the summer and avoid roadside headaches. Tire care Tires perform differently in different weather conditions, so as the weather changes, it’s important to check tire pressure and tire tread. To check tire tread, see if the built-in “wear bars” are visible. These are narrow strips of rubber across the tires that appear when the tread is worn down to one-sixteenth of an inch. If you can see wear bars, your tires need to be replaced.
Now that you’ve put in the effort to make your tires safe, make them shine. The Tire Shine Coating from Dupli-Color will keep your tires looking like new all season long. It’s easy to apply and features Shine-Last technology. Its formula lasts five times longer than silicone-based tire dressings, so tires will keep their shine through rain and other harsh elements. Simply spray it on your tires and hit the open road in style. De-winterize your car De-winterizing your car is easy and affordable. First, check all the fluid levels - coolant, transmission, differential, power steering and brake fluid - to make sure there aren’t any leaks. It’s also a good idea to change the oil between seasons, as oil gets thick and collects condensation if it sits in the engine all winter.
It’s also important to thoroughly clean the-undercarriage-of your car after a long winter, especially if you live in a snowy climate. To avoid spending extra money on detailing, clean the undercarriage yourself using a basic water hose or high-pressure cleaning system. In just a few minutes, you can ensure your vehicle is ready for the new road conditions and help you avoid any unnecessary issues. Paint protection Winter can be tough on a car’s exterior and sunshine will reveal every nick, chip and scratch in your vehicle’s paint. Restoring your ride’s original factory finish takes only minutes with the easy-to-
apply Dupli-Color ScratchFix 2 in 1. This innovative touch-up paint product is available in hundreds of Exact-Match colors for domestic and imported vehicles. Simply use your vehicle’s make, model and year to find your guaranteed matching color code, and use one of the two applicators to fix any scrapes or nicks in no time. With a roller ball tip for precision and a tapered brush for full coverage, ScratchFix 2 in 1 will not only make your car look great, it will also protect the damaged surface from rusting and becoming a big, expensive problem. Check the AC Your air conditioning system will be working overtime in the summer, so take time to test it to make sure it’s working properly sooner, rather than later. Since the vehicle’s refrigerant is under high pressure and harmful to the atmosphere, it’s best to leave any inspection or maintenance to a qualified professional. Mechanics can easily trap and recycle used refrigerant with the proper tools, and you can drive off with confidence you’ll stay cool all summer. Inspect hoses and belts The key to comfortable, safe summer driving is keeping the engine cool, and hoses and belts play a huge part in helping your engine run properly. Hoses pump coolant to and from the engine block, and belts run the fan that cools the system further. If the hoses crack or the belts snap, the radiator will quickly overheat, leaving you stranded.
Check hoses for cracks, leaks and loose connections. Hoses should be firm, never soft and malleable, and belts can be visually checked for damage. If anything is noticeably wrong, get it fixed immediately, before you’re stranded in the summer heat. Vehicles need updating and maintenance through the changing of the seasons, but a few easy steps can prevent a summer of unexpected issues and repairs. Start now on these preventative maintenance tips and you’ll be cruising smoothly all season long.
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Customization has always been a core component of the Scion brand, so it comes as no surprise that the Scion FR-S was selected as the Hottest Sport Compact. From the moment the vehicle hit showrooms in the United States last summer, the FR-S was a top pick for those looking to personalize their vehicles. Featuring lots of sleek styling and good performance, the FR-S is a top pick among those in the specialty-equipment industry for its power, authenticity and ability to inspire customization.
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The Jeep Wrangler was named the Hottest 4x4 SUV for the third consecutive year. This excellent vehicle has a unique ability to improve with modification. Custom parts and accessories for this car have long been popular and it seems to attract the kind of owners who are always on the lookout for ways to make their Wranglers very much their own. Hottest Truck
The F-Series is a perennial favorite with enthusiasts and specialty-equipment manufacturers, and all indications are that the trend will continue with the latest models. These versatile trucks last for decades, and drivers want to be happy with the way they look, feel and perform for a long time. Whether the truck is being used for functional purposes or simply for a fun ride, FSeries truck owners are making it their own. The annual SEMA Show brings together specialtyequipment manufacturers and industry leaders to showcase the best in vehicle customization and new accessories. Every year at the show, thousands of products designed to improve performance, safety and convenience are displayed, as well as those that enhance appearance and comfort.
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The SEMA Award recognizes vehicle models that specialty-equipment manufacturers believe are the best platforms for accessorization and that showcase the year’s coolest products. It also underscores the cooperative relationship between the automakers and SEMA-member companies. “The SEMA Show has always been about innovative products and trends,” said Chris Kersting, SEMA president and CEO. The SEMA Award amplifies the industry’s special ability to identify and set trends that consumers follow. The SEMA Award program provides valuable guidance to those looking for a top-quality vehicle that can be personalized. Learn More
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Choosing the right vehicles (NAPS)—Selecting the right vehicle for a job is imperative for a small business and their bottom line. A well-known provider of commercial automobile fleets, General Motors, offers a team of expert sales consultants at Chevrolet and GMC dealerships across the country to help business customers select the type of vehicles that best meet their company’s needs. The Business Elite program, from General Motors, is aimed at business customers who own one to 100 vehicles. As such, it’s designed to provide the country’s estimated 400,000 small-to-midsize businesses with an exceptional sales and service experience from the time they enter the dealership through the life cycle of the vehicles they purchase. The program stocks a diverse lineup of vehicles that are ready for sale at a moment’s notice. In addition, Business Elite’s service department has the facilities, tools, equipment and certified technicians to accommodate business customers’ specific needs, including: - Priority service - Priority hours - Round-the-clock towing - Work-ready loaner vehicles - Business financing and leasing options - Business vehicle remarketing and zero-hassle disposal. An Innovative Approach
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(NAPS)—When it’s time for spring-cleaning, remember to include your car. Cleaning your vehicle inside and out prevents the buildup of damaging chemicals and dirt, reduces the potential for rust from road salt and helps ensure proper visibility needed for safe driving. How To Clean Your Car To get started, remove any clutter from inside the car, including items that have accumulated in the trunk that can add extra weight and reduce fuel efficiency. The next step is to thoroughly clean and vacuum the interior and wash the windows.
Keeping your vehicle clean protects your valuable investment. The task takes very little money or effort but provides huge returns.
When washing the outside, include the tires, wheels, underside and fenders to eliminate any road salt or grime. Wheels and tires should be cleaned with a mitt other than the one used to wash the body. This will avoid contaminating the vehicle’s paint with debris from the wheels and tires.
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Wash in the shade and with a product sold specifically for cars. Wash one section at a time, thoroughly rinsing away the soap as you go. Work your way down toward the front, sides and rear of the vehicle. Clean the fenders and bumpers last since they will have the most dirt and grime that can contaminate the wash mitt.
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Improving your fuel efficiency (NAPS)—Your car can go farther for less if you take a few steps to keep it efficient. It helps to take meticulous care of your vehicle by following the manufacturer’s recommended maintenance schedules and using the right products inside and out. This includes getting your oil changed, rotating your tires, checking hoses and belts for wear, replacing worn windshield wipers and keeping your vehicle clean. Another way to extend the life of your vehicle and improve fuel efficiency is to make sure your fuel system is clean. To help, here are a few fuel system basics. What does a fuel system do? A fuel system’s job is to properly maintain fuel demand. The fuel is eventually sprayed from the fuel injectors into the intake stream and into the combustion chamber. What does a fuel system consist of? Depending on whether it’s a return or a returnless fuel system, it can consist of the fuel tank, fuel pump, sending fuel lines, fuel rail, fuel injectors, fuel pressure regulator and returning fuel lines. If you have a returnless system, there is no fuel pressure regulator or return fuel lines. How do I know my fuel system needs to be cleaned? If your fuel injectors have become clogged from deposits, they are not able to provide the wide and fine spray of fuel needed for the spark to ignite it. There are a few signs that may indicate you need to clean your fuel system. - You are getting lower gas mileage. - There is a hesitation when you put your foot on the gas pedal. - You are experiencing a loss of power when driving One easy and convenient solution is to use a total fuel system cleaner such as Max-Clean by premium synthetic lubricant manu-
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Replacing your shock absorbers (NAPS)—Look around your home and you’ll probably see a few important items you are planning to replace—a tattered chair, those old running shoes, the living room wallpaper. There are also important parts on your vehicle that need to be replaced when they get old— including your shock absorbers and struts. But replacing them is more than just a matter of keeping your vehicle fresh—it can also help keep you and your family safe. “Shocks and struts are hidden behind the wheels, so their condition isn’t as easy to see, and drivers tend to miss the gradual loss of steering, stopping and stability that occurs as they wear out,” says Carri Irby, brand manager for Monroe shocks and struts manufacturer Tenneco Inc. “So it’s important to have the vehicle’s ride control system inspected at least once a year and to replace worn shocks and struts at 50,000 miles.” (Actual mileage may vary depending on driver ability, vehicle type and driving and road con-
ditions, according to Irby.) Shocks and struts are part of a system of interrelated under-car components known as the “Safety Triangle.” Other elements of this system are the tires, brakes and chassis parts, such as ball joints and tie rod ends. When any of these parts is worn, the entire system can be compromised, leading to a loss of steering precision, stopping performance and overall vehicle stability in a variety of driving situations. To reinforce this important safety message, the Monroe brand recently launched an extensive North American marketing campaign titled “Everything Gets Old. Even Your Shocks.” The campaign contrasts these vital but often overlooked vehicle components with worn everyday items that most consumers replace on a more frequent basis—shoes, toothbrushes, batteries, and even tires. “It’s vital to understand that while you might not be able to see them without getting down on your hands and knees, shocks and struts take an incredible beating and they do get old,” said Irby. “Protect your safety by asking your vehicle service provider for a ride control inspection and, if your shocks and struts are worn out, have them replaced.”
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Keep your car running longer (BPT) - Hitting 100,000 miles on the odometer for most people means it’s time to start car shopping. But for others it’s a personal challenge to go the extra mile, save a little cash and take their cars another 100,000 miles. Racking up miles can evoke pride in some, but it is more than just bragging rights. Many people are driving cars tens and hundreds of thousands of miles further simply to keep their wallets a little fuller. For Dave Neil, a professional bus driver and a pastor in Minnesota, going the extra mile has meant saving money by collecting more than 200,000 miles on each of his family’s last four vehicles and driving his current car a whopping 430,400 miles. “It takes patience and luck,” says Neil of hitting the high mileage. “It can be a difficult decision to pay for repairs on older vehicles, especially when those costs are comparable to the value of the car. But, LOCALLY OWNED AND OPERATED
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Smart driving is another simple way to keep a car running smoothly into the higher miles. Vigilant driving not only helps prevent accidents that could shorten a vehicle’s life but also is less taxing on an engine and brake system. To keep a car running well, make a habit of accelerating slowly, using cruise control on the highway and easing up on the brakes. To learn more about going the extra mile, Hamilton recommends visiting tanksofthanks.com. The website provides consumers and business owners with useful information from fuel and maintenances experts, and allows visitors to nominate people they know for a free tank of gas.
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Don’t get stuck on the road (BPT) - Summer is the time for road trips, whether they cover thousands of miles across the country, or are “staycation” day trips. As we head into the summer months, gasoline prices continue to fluctuate and are expected to average $3.56 per gallon for regulargrade gasoline, according to the U.S. Energy Information Administration. Whether you’re driving for hours or sitting in traffic, you will want to make sure your vehicle is ready for the road. The most important component that makes your vehicle run is the engine. Your vehicle will last longer if you take care of the engine by following regularly scheduled maintenance as recommended by the manufacturer. This includes oil changes, replacing the air filter and keeping a detailed history log of the work that has been done. Just as important to the engine itself are the components around it that help it run. Check the hoses that are connected to the radiator. They help pump coolant to and from the engine. Look for cracks, leaks and loose connections, paying special attention to where hoses are clamped. Make sure the engine is cool when you touch the hoses. They should be firm and not soft. -
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more mechanically inclined, you could also remove the belt to make sure the material inside isn’t separating into layers. Cracked hoses or a belt snapping will result in your engine overheating, leaving you stuck on the side of the road. Another way to help cool your engine and protect it is to use a radiator coolant additive like Purple Ice from premium synthetic lubricant manufacturer Royal Purple. A high performance radiator conditioner, Purple Ice can help reduce engine temperatures, protect against corrosion and provide improved vehicle performance. For use in both gasoline and diesel engines, Purple Ice can be mixed with antifreeze or straight water, and is compatible with factory fill and major brand antifreeze. Taking the time to maintain your engine and its components will get your further down the road and on your way to a great summer vacation.
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What those car noises mean (BPT) - “What is that rattling? Is it serious?” We all can get a little paranoid about a new sound our car is making. Those sounds can certainly be annoying, but what people don’t realize is sometimes those sounds may be linked to something more serious. About 7 percent of car crashes are caused by some kind of vehicle failure, with tire degradation and brake system failures topping the list, according to the National Motor Vehicle Crash Causation Survey from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. But tire and brake failure aren’t the only types of vehicle problems that can lead to accidents - engine, steering system and suspension failures also cause crashes. “Getting your oil changed, tires rotated and brake pads checked regularly not only helps keep your car running smoothly, but it also helps keep you and your family safe,” says Matt Myers, senior vice president of claims with Erie Insurance. “It’s also important to check your car’s transmission fluids and get the 50,000-mile and 100,000-mile checks. It might sound like a lot, but regular preventative maintenance is the best way to keep those strange car noises and accidents - to a minimum.” Here are six common car noises people hear and what they could mean: Humming or groaning When you hear humming while driving at faster speeds, it’s a sign there probably is some wear on your tires, which can lead to serious issues. It could be located on the insides of your tires, which is hard to diagnose on your own, but not having it checked is a risk, because the steel belts in the tire might be coming apart. Growling This noise could change or even go away when you turn the wheel, but it is usually caused by a defective front wheel bearing. The change in noise could be a result of the shift in the weight of the car as you turn.
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Whining and creaking You might hear these noises backing up or turning. It could be the result of a ball joint or tie rod seizing up. Squeaking This can be a high-pitched, steady annoyance that lets you know it’s time to get your brake pads checked or replaced. Grinding This sound means two pieces of metal are touching when they shouldn’t be. This sound could be a multitude of things: brakes, powertrain, suspension or something else. Whatever the case, a grinding sound means you need to get your car checked out as soon as possible. Hissing A hissing sound might occur after you turn off your ignition and can sometimes be followed by smoke from under your hood.
The next time you hear strange noises coming from your car, don’t just turn up the radio to drown them out - get them checked by a mechanic. Ignoring those noises today could lead to a dangerous and expensive situation tomorrow.
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