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Child Driving Home From College? Make Sure They Check These 3 Things On Their Car

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If your child is driving home from college for their winter vacation, they need to check some things on their car before they leave. This is especially true if they are driving a long distance and if the temperatures outside are very cold. Below are three of these things so you child can get home to you without any car problems. Check the Tires Ask your child to check their tires before they leave.

1 December 2016

Taking A Road Trip? 4 Items You Should Have In Your Car For Emergencies

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The holidays are here! It's time for the family get-togethers. That means you'll be packing up and heading out to visit family and friends. While you're packing up your gear, don't forget to pack some supplies for unexpected emergencies. Failing to prepare for emergency situations could leave you stranded without the gear you're going to need to survive. Before you head out for your family get-togethers, here are four items you should pack in your car.

1 December 2016

Looking For Hauling Options To Collect Scrap? Why You Need A Dump Trailer

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If you have been driving around and picking up scrap metal to make a living or to earn some extra income, there are some advantages to getting an enclosed dump trailer. An enclosed dump trailer with a door that shuts is going to be one of the best ways to transport the items that you pick up, and you can use the trailer for several other things as well. Here are a few of the advantages you will want to think about when contemplating what type of vehicle to use to haul the scrap metal you find.

30 November 2016

Buying Transmission Parts Online? What You Want To Remember

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The Internet has made shopping a lot easier. This is especially the case when it comes to choosing transmission parts for your vehicle. However, just as with everything else, there is a wrong and a right way to go about this process. If you make an error while shopping online, you could spend too much money or end up with a part you can't even use. Make sure you know what to look for.

30 November 2016

Give Your Truck The Look You Want

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If you have decided you want to customize your truck so you can make it fit your own personality and liking, then there are many ways you can go about changing its appearance, both on the inside and on the outside. The information provided in this article will give you some creative ideas with regards to customizing your truck so it has a look to it that you feel matches your personality.

30 November 2016

How You Can Replace A Damaged Front Bumper Cover On A 2003-08 Toyota Corolla

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Winter road conditions can deteriorate within minutes and cause a lot of small fender benders. In some cases, the bumper cover gets ripped and damaged and may need to be replaced. This is a project that most car owners can do themselves in less than an hour. The hardest part may be finding a replacement bumper cover at a low cost. The best thing to do is call the auto salvage yards in your area to see if they have a bumper cover you can buy at a fraction of the cost of purchasing a new one.

30 November 2016

4 Tips For Dealing With Being Locked Out Of Your Car

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Being locked out of your vehicle is definitely a high stress situation that you never want to have to deal with. However, these things do happen, so it's important to know what you need to do to handle it efficiently. Here are four tips for doing this: Try Getting Through the Trunk: If your trunk is open because you were putting groceries or other goodies in it when you locked your keys in the main part of your vehicle, you may be able to get to your keys through the trunk.

30 November 2016

DIY Auto Repair Fail: Save Your Car And Your Pride With These Simple Steps

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The rise of the do-it-yourself movement has turned everyone into sudden auto mechanics and home repair technicians. While the prospect of saving money or showing off your handyman skills is tempting, the sad truth is that fails are more common than one would think. Attempting a DIY project such as painting a room offers little risk should you fail, but your car can easily be destroyed by making a few rookie moves.

30 November 2016

3 Tips For Financing Your First Semi Truck

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Starting your own independent trucking company can be a great way to take control of your career. In order to complete runs for future customers, you will need access to a reliable semi truck. Financing a used semi truck can be an affordable option for drivers who are just striking out on their own. Here are three tips that you can use when financing your first semi truck to ensure you get the best possible deal.

28 November 2016

Several Questions Concerning Auto Body Repairs Addressed

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Vehicle damage is a problem that almost every car owner will have to address at some point or another. While having severe body damage repaired can be an intimidating task, being properly informed about this process can help to make it seem more manageable. For those that are needing to repair body damage for the first time, learning the answers to several of the more frequently asked questions should provide you with a better understanding of what would be expected.

18 November 2016