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Brake Noise

How to prevent Brake Noise - the number complaint about cars.

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What makes a hybrid a hybrid?

A Hybrid vehicle combines an energy storage system (commonly batteries), a power unit (such as an internal combustion engine or fuel cell), and a vehicle propulsion system.

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Pictures of a few Hybrid car models available today, from $20,900.00 USD Toyota Prius to Lexus LS 600h L priced at  $104,000.00 USD.

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Fuel Injection

Understanding how fuel injection works.

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Nitrogen filled tires  

Compared to moisture- and dirt-laden compressed air, nitrogen – a dry, inert gas – runs cooler, does not permeate through rubber as quickly and does not cause rust to develop on steel cords, expensive wheels or tire pressure monitoring sensors.

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Have you ever got stuck with a mechanical breakdown on the road where you had to wait a few hours for help, while a simple piece of duct tape might have helped you reach your destination?
One of the simplest things that drives me crazy is , why can't the car manufacturers include a simple emergency kit in every car they sell.

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Late-model Ford trucks (1997 to 2004 Ford F-Series, Expeditions and Excursions) that are reportedly blowing out spark plugs. The problem seems to occur most often on 5.4L Triton engines, but may also occur on other V6, V8 and V10 engines in these vehicles.

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Flea's giant leap for mankind 

Fleas use it to perform leaps that would make Olympic high jumpers green with envy. Bees use it to flap their wings without tiring.
                    
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New car smell linked to cancer    

Study finds new car smell 'toxic'. Exposure to this smell  produces effects  such as discomfort, drowsiness,  eye/nose/throat irritation, fatigue and headaches.
       
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Customer satisfaction    


The average score was 80 out of 100  points. Where do you think your cars brand stand compared to others.

       
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What did we buy in 2004    


16.9 million retail cars sold, 26.7percent of it was SUVs.

       
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How to Change the oil in your car  
It can cost you $23.00 or $4165.00

It is really up to you

                             
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Back to School - With the Car 

As summer winds down and young adults prepare to head back to college, assemble an "Auto Care Package" to send with your students.
       
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Dependable, Quality, Service    


Most dependable three year old cars in each category               
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Top Ten dependable car brands                   More

Smart cars     

Whoever said everything has to be big in America
. Cars that redefine mobility.                                                    More

Higher octane fuels do not necessarily have the higher detergency levels as in Top Tier fuels.
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Army Set to Test Hydrogen Fuel Cells 

General Motors delivered to the Army in the presence of Sen. Hillary Rodham Clinton (D-NY), who was instrumental in securing the funds in the 2005 Department of Defense appropriations, the modified Chevrolet Silverado truck fitted with two 94kW fuel cell stacks that have the ability to generate 252 horsepower and 317 lb.-ft. of torque. That amount of torque is about equal to GM's 5.3L V8 gas-fueled engine.
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Cars Illustrated
Illustration of basic automotive systems More
Service Bulletins that might interest you
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Everything you want to know about the Tampa Bay Area, a paradise on the Gulf of Mexico.more

You are not saving any money by buying the cheapest gas available out there. Today's Fuel Injected cars need regular cleaning. Top Tier gasoline has the minimum requirements too keep you car healthy and peppy.

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What do you know about the Antifreeze in your car?

The word Antifreeze in today's cars is so misleading. It is used as a rust inhibitor and lubricant more than as a temperature control agent.

It is a dangerous chemical, it can kill your pets and if you get burnt by hot antifreeze it can lead to chemical poisoning.

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Internet addresses and phone numbers of aftermarket Automotive Parts Manufacturers.more

 

Synthetic Engine Oil

Synthetic oils have been available for almost 30 years and a number of inaccurate myths have developed during this time. Some areas of misunderstanding are clarified in this article, including manufacturer requirements for using synthetics, how to switch from conventional to synthetic oil and the effects of synthetics on an engine.     more

Nissan Recalls
X-Trail, Maxima and Murano

The engines start even when the ignition is turned off  if the driver moves the steering wheel.        more

From one surgeon to another
A mechanic was carefully removing a cylinder head from the motor of a Harley when a well-known cardiac surgeon came into his shop.

The surgeon waited politely for the mechanic to finish what he was doing before asking him to look at his own bike, when the mechanic lifts his head up and sees him, and calls him over:

"Hey, doc, look at this here engine. I open its heart, take valves out, fix 'em, put 'em back in, and when I finish, it works just like new. So how come I get such a small salary and you get the really big bucks, when you and I are doing basically the same work?"

The surgeon smiled: "Try doing it with the engine running."
Squeeze 'em in
Q: How many people can you fit in a Honda?
A: Well, the Bible said that all 12 disciples were in one Accord.
What are your survival chances
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has routinely published passenger vehicle occupant fatality rates.                 more
Hydrogen-fueled H2Hybrid vehicles
Quantum Fuel Systems Technologies Worldwide Inc., delivered the first five of 30 hydrogen-fueled Toyota Prius H2Hybrid vehicles to the city of Santa Ana, CA.                       more
Latest Motor Vehicle Recalls
Due to potential of having a very long list, please visit the page dedicated to recalls ... more
Did You Know  
Considering the fact that it costs $1,500 to $3,000 or more to replace a transmission or transaxle these days, the cost of a fluid and filter change is peanuts by comparison.   more
Did You Know
Replacement of Gear Lubes Can Prevent Expensive Driveline Problems and improve fuel economy.    more
Did You Know
The first Ford cars had Dodge engines.
Bad Good Tires 
Tires should come with a six-year expiration date. How old are your tires more
Fuel Saving Tips
Regular servicing keeps your vehicle operating at peak efficiency, which maximizes fuel efficiency. more
Top Ten Fuel Misers
Here are the top ten fuel-efficient model lines , based on EPA fuel economy data for city driving:more
Keep Your Cooling System Cool
Warm-weather driving places an extra strain on the cooling system, and that extra stress can mean overheating. more
'upside down' on car loans
Thousands of car buyers 'upside down' on car loans
At trade-in, amount outstanding is more than value of the vehicle
 
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Car won't start ?     

"Did you make your monthly payment?"

First question your mechanic is going to ask you when you call him.                                                      More

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