You may think not using your car for a while is a great way to cut down your gas budget. In exchange, though, your car’s battery may be suffering. When left alone for an extended period, the battery in your car can lose charge. The next time you need it, your battery may not be
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When you have a vehicle, you know maintenance is required. We have tips and tricks to keep your vehicle in good condition. The articles below will help keep your vehicle running smoothly.
How to Protect Your Rear Window Wipers in a Car Wash
When you go to a car wash, the goal is to come out the other side with the car looking better than it did when you went in. You certainly don’t expect damage! Unfortunately, rear window wipers can easily be damaged during a wash. In this blog post, we’ll share with you a few tips
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What Should You Purchase for Your Car: A Booster Pack or Booster Cables?
In Canada, keeping booster cables stored in your car has always been the norm. But jumper cables are not the only option for protection against dead batteries. With booster packs taking over the market, which option is the best if your vehicle’s battery dies and leaves you stranded? Advantages of Booster Packs Booster packs, or
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How to Check the Oil Level of Your Vehicle
If you drive a gas-powered vehicle, your vehicle’s motor oil is incredibly important to keep it functioning at 100% and preventing costly maintenance charges. Luckily, checking your oil level is a straightforward task that pretty much anyone can do! Why Check Your Oil Level? Oil checks and oil fill-ups are a regular part of all
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Run Flat Tires — What You Should Know About Them
Dealing with a flat tire can be a stressful experience. One innovation designed to lessen this stress is run flat tires. In this post, we’ll go over what run flat tires are along with some of their key advantages and drawbacks. What Are Run Flat Tires ? Run flat tires (RFTs), also known as zero-pressure
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Should You Be Getting a HEPA Filter for Your Car?
With the continuing threat of COVID-19 and the ongoing battle against pollution, the quality of indoor air has become more important to many. Air purifiers and HEPA filters are in high demand for spaces where people spend large periods of time. So, how concerned should you be about the auto interior filtration system of your
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Useful Tools to Keep Handy
Whether you’re a DIY expert or first-time car owner, it’s always a good idea to keep some automotive essentials on hand for any situation. Prepared, you may find it easier to navigate an emergency on the road or complete that last-minute oil change without having to make a trip to the service station. Tools for
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Magnesium-Ion Batteries: The Future of EVs?
As electric vehicles continue to grow in popularity, an ongoing question is what kind of battery is best to power them? So far, lithium-ion batteries have dominated the EV market. However, a new element, so-to-speak, has been on the horizon. According to this article in Advances in Mechanical Engineering, magnesium-ion batteries may prove superior. The
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7 Tips to Help Increase Fuel Efficiency
Whether you drive a gas-powered or electric vehicle, these driving tips can help you conserve fuel to get the most out of your tank. 1. Gentle Acceleration & Deceleration It may come as no surprise that the harder you hit the gas and brakes on your vehicle, the more fuel you use. The golden guideline
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2022 New Year’s Resolutions for Your Vehicle
Just like that, another year is over. To help get you geared up for next year, here are some New Year’s resolution ideas for you and your vehicle. Keep It Clean Cleaning your car on both the outside and inside is key to keeping it in top shape. Get your car a deep clean this
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