What to do When Winter Has Moved On: Spring Car Care
Spring is here and your car needs a little seasonal maintenance. Here's what you should do to get your car in optimum condition for spring and summer.
Wed, 30 Apr 2008, 21:18
Now's a Great Time to Care for Your Car
Spring is finally here and after the harsh Canadian winter it's time to think about making your car or truck look great once again.
Tue, 04 Mar 2008, 21:54
How to Keep Your Car Cool This Summer
After spending the long, cold winter bundled up, a lot of people are itching to take a road trip. Whether that means you’ll be heading half way across the country or just to the next town, there’s just something about that feeling you get when you hop into the car, roll down the windows and drive.
Sun, 02 Mar 2008, 20:32
Spring Cleaning and Care Recomended for Your Car
Next to being at home and work or work-related activities, most Americans spend their time in the car - nearly three hours each day. So, wouldn't it make sense, that if you clean your house and prepare it for spring, that you also prepare your car?
Thu, 28 Feb 2008, 16:57
Don't Let the Heat Scorch Your Car's AC
During the hot summer months, a blast of cool air from your vehicle's air conditioner can provide much-needed relief against the sweltering heat and humidity.
Mon, 25 Feb 2008, 18:16
Spring is the Season for Auto Care
While spring is here, it's time to put the snow boots away and fill up the propane or charcoal, because summer is around the corner. It's also time to get your car serviced because of the temperate climate.
Tue, 19 Feb 2008, 17:06
Hot Weather The Cause Of Car-Battery Trouble
Here's some hot news for car owners: Summer is the season for major car-battery problems. Virtually everyone who's been through a harsh winter is familiar with the annoyance of a "dead" battery and the need for a jump start. So it may surprise many to know that it's heat, not cold, that shortens battery life.
Sun, 10 Jun 2007, 23:59
When Your Car Says, "Wash Me, Please"
It's definitely time to clean your car when someone writes "wash me" on the surface. Even if your car hasn't reached that point, a good cleaning of the inside and outside prevents the buildup of damaging chemicals and dirt, reduces the potential for rust from road salt and helps ensure the visibility needed for safe driving, according to the Car Care Council.
Thu, 24 May 2007, 18:54
How to Prepare Your Car for Summer
As winter wanes, people start looking forward to summer rituals. For some, that might mean packing away heavy coats and sweaters in favor of windbreakers and t-shirts. For others, it could mean a glimpse of the first tulip of the season. And for those who love their cars, it means the chance to scrub off winter’s grit and grime and administer some well-deserved TLC.
Mon, 02 Apr 2007, 22:23
RK Auto Group Recommended Spring Checklist: Take This List to Your Mechanic
Don’t risk being stranded or getting less than you should from your car at trade in. A little attention to the basics now will improve its appearance and performance for years to come. Now scheduling with your service center is easy, thanks to this handy checklist of items for the spring season. Don’t miss the first checklist, with items you can do yourself.
Sun, 01 Apr 2007, 22:50
RK Auto Group Recommended Do-It-Yourself Spring Checklist for Your Car
Spring is a time of fresh starts and renewals. Extend the “spring cleanup” you give your house and yard to your vehicle. You’ll not only improve its performance and lengthen its life, but you’ll spare yourself time, money and aggravation.
Sun, 01 Apr 2007, 22:40
Prepare Your Car For Your Summer Road Trip- Tips from RK Auto Group Part 1
With so many wonderful and interesting U.S. cities, an increasing number of Americans are forgoing international travel in favor of road trips to the beach, mountains, and other domestic hotspots. If you count yourself among them, make sure your vehicle is in good condition before hitting the wide, open road. The following list of summer maintenance check points will help ensure a safe ride to your vacation destination.
Sun, 01 Apr 2007, 22:31
Tips to Avoid a Summer Auto Breakdown
Summer's heat and stop-and-go traffic can cause poorly functioning automotive systems to fail outright. To prevent vacation-ruining breakdowns, the experts at the National Institute for Automotive Service Excellence offer the following tips on getting your vehicle ready for summer.
Mon, 19 Mar 2007, 23:39
How to Detail Your Car
Maybe there is a special occasion coming up or it may be that you are just tired of listening to your brother-in-law tell you what a superb job his detailer does. Whatever the reason might be, you can have your car looking fantastic without having to pay a professional detailer to do it. Some extra time and effort can have your car looking like it did when it first came off the showroom floor.
Tue, 30 Jan 2007, 14:10
Hot Weather: The Culprit Behind Car Battery Woes
Summer is the season for major car battery problems.
Heat, not cold, shortens battery life, says the Car Care Council. The average life of a battery is three and a half years, and even shorter in warmer climates.
Thu, 27 Apr 2006, 20:41
Spring Car Care Relief for Your Vehicle Beware the Deadly Sins of Winter
Winter can be tough on lots of things, including cars and trucks. Cold temperatures, snow and ice, road salt and pothole-causing freeze-thaw cycles put car batteries, tires, brakes and suspensions to the test. Spring is the time to rid vehicles of winter’s sins in time for summer travel.
Fri, 21 Apr 2006, 22:21
Prepare Your Car For Your Summer Road Trip- Tips from RK Auto Group Part 2
Our list continues with 3 more auto maintenance check points to address before leaving for your summer road trip. A little preventive maintenance is the first step towards making your vacation more pleasant. (Don’t miss the first 3 major checkpoints in Summer Maintenance check points 1-3.)
Thu, 20 Apr 2006, 07:53
Is Your Car Ready For Summer Vacation?
Summer's fast approaching, and for many that means making plans for the traditional family getaway at the beach, mountains or with distant relatives. For most it means packing the kids, luggage, coolers and equipment into the family vehicle and hitting the highways. Smart families know they should get their vehicles checked out beforehand to help ensure worry-free summer travel.
Sun, 19 Mar 2006, 20:20
Tips on Preparing Your Car for Summer Driving
Spring is the perfect time to get your vehicle ready for the busy summer driving season ahead. It's wise to have your vehicle checked out before summer's heavy vacation traffic and stop-and-go conditions begin in earnest.
Thu, 23 Feb 2006, 22:28
Springtime Car Care
Getting your vehicle in shape now will undo the wear and tear of winter driving, and can help prevent unnecessary breakdowns during the dog days of summer. The following tips are from the experts at the non-profit National Institute for Automotive Service Excellence (ASE), the group that tests and certifies the competence of working automotive professionals.
Tue, 14 Feb 2006, 21:12
Get a Grip on Winter Driving
Dashing through the snow can be fun and games, provided you're at the reigns of a one-horse open sleigh. For automobile drivers, however, powder-coated roads are a less merry proposition, inspiring expletives and frayed nerves in lieu of laughter and bright spirits. While winter driving is an annual aggravation for millions of Americans, the right tires and know-how can help make this holiday season a safe and happy one.
Sat, 01 Oct 2005, 00:16
New Technology Protects Your Car’s Finish from the Heat of the Summer Sun
Now that summer is here, you wouldn’t dream of sending your kids out the door for a day of fun in the sun without sunscreen; yet millions of people send their other “baby” out into the elements without protection every day. It seems they’ve forgotten that summer is one of the toughest times of year on a car’s finish.
Wed, 31 Aug 2005, 15:47
Simple Driving Tips for a Safe Summer
I often feel like I am the luckiest person in the world. As a young kid, I never imagined that for a living I would one day be driving a stock car in the NASCAR Cup Series. For 36 weekends a year, I get behind the wheel of my No. 48 Hendrick Motorsports Chevy and drive hundreds of miles, maneuvering in and out of heavy traffic. During the course of the race, I make a handful of pit stops where my pit crew adjusts my tire pressure and changes my tires, washes my windshield, refuels my car and allows me the opportunity to take a much needed break.
Wed, 20 Jul 2005, 23:27
Summer Vacation Season Goes into High Gear -- Is Your Vehicle Ready?
Memorial Day has come and gone and so begins the summer vacation season in earnest. Despite gasoline prices, the old-fashioned auto vacation will once again be a popular choice for families looking for convenience and ready mobility. But with summer weather comes special automotive maintenance challenges; extreme heat, humidity, and heavy stop-and-go traffic can cause marginal systems to fail.
Tue, 28 Jun 2005, 20:25
Cool Runnings
These cool tips for helping your car keep on the road to a tip-top transmission come from the experts at the Automatic Transmission Re-builders Association.
Wed, 15 Jun 2005, 22:34
Springtime Presents Ideal Time for Car Care
Spring is here and none too soon. Traditionally, folks toss open the windows and get down to some serious housecleaning; and it should be no different for your automobile. Whether you do the work yourself or depend on a professional technician, getting your vehicle in shape now will undo the damage of winter driving and get you ready for the busy summer driving season. Here are some tips from the experts who certify automobile technicians -- the non-profit National Institute for Automotive Service Excellence (ASE).
Wed, 04 May 2005, 20:28
Is Your Vehicle Ready for Summer?
With Summer just around the corner, it's not too early to begin thinking about hot weather driving and even that long-awaited vacation trip with the family. Whether you will drive cross-country or merely across town, it makes sense to take a few minutes now to assess the condition of your car or truck. A mechanical breakdown in the middle of nowhere is no fun regardless of the time of year, and in some cases can be downright dangerous. Taking the time now to check the condition of your vehicle could be the difference between a hassle-free trip and the vacation from hell.
Tue, 03 May 2005, 20:03
Summertime Car Care Tips
Undoing the wear and tear of winter should be job number one for motorists as they prepare for warmer weather ahead. Summer's heat, humidity and heavy stop-and-go traffic can cause marginal systems to fail. Why risk the inconvenience and aggravation of having your vacation interrupted? More importantly, any road-side breakdown on today's busy highways is unsafe.
The experts at the non-profit National Institute for Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) offer the following tips to get your vehicle ready for summer.
Tue, 03 May 2005, 19:58
Cars Need Spring Cleaning, Too
Warmer weather and longer daylight hours bring the return of birds and animals to the great outdoors -- as well as the return of the do-it-yourself car mechanic.
Out of hibernation the "gear heads" emerge with their brushes, buckets and toolboxes in hand, ready to get their car in top shape for the spring. These car enthusiasts look forward to the spring ritual of checking over, cleaning and fixing their cars.
Tue, 03 May 2005, 19:54
Get Ready for Summer Driving
The busy summer driving season is coming. Will your vehicle be ready?
The experts at the nonprofit National Institute for Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) offer the following tips on getting your vehicle ready.
* Read the owner's manual and follow the recommended service schedules.
* If you are not a do-it-yourselfer, look for an orderly repair facility with modern equipment in the service bays. Also, look for evidence of qualified automotive technicians, such as trade- school diplomas, certificates of advanced course work and training, as well as national certification of the individual technicians by ASE.
Sun, 06 Mar 2005, 16:02
Tips to Get Your Car Ready for a Summer Trip
With continued uncertainty overseas, the old-fashioned auto vacation is bound to be popular once again this summer.
Nowadays, sport utility vehicles and big pickups have replaced the wood-paneled station wagon, but some things remain the same. Good advance planning can make your trip smoother and more enjoyable.
Thu, 17 Feb 2005, 20:02
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