According to a 2013 report from AAA, the cost of owning a car is up about 2% over 2012, driven largely by higher maintenance costs. All told, this same AAA reports goes on to say, on average, the cost of driving 15,000 miles a year rose 1.17 cents in 2013 to 60.8 cents per [...]
With gas prices not showing any signs of coming down in the near future, savvy drivers are always on the lookout for ways to obtain the best mileage out of each gallon of gas. Besides staying on top of routine vehicle maintenance and practicing good driving habits, drivers can get better mileage by combining [...]
Auto repairs are often difficult to detect for those who are inexperienced with the inner workings of cars. But that’s not the case with all parts on a car especially the muffler. You won’t need special training or an automotive computer diagnostic system to figure out when a muffler should be replaced. You will [...]
It’s summer driving season again, and as temperatures climb into the 90’s and even triple digits, the chances increase that you’ll encounter signs of an overheated car somewhere in your travels. Here are some steps that you can follow on how to deal with your car when it’s overheating: […]
I’m sure I’m not the only one who sometimes feels like I’m living out of my car. Life is busy, and sometimes your car is full of evidence that you’ve been on the run non-stop. You look around one day, and realize that you can’t see your floor between all the hoodies, bottles of [...]
Since the braking system is so essential to the safety of your car, having any sort of problem in this area seems like a pretty frightening situation. The good news is that most brake problems can be avoided with regular maintenance, and there are telltale warning signs of an impending problem in almost all [...]
From online banking to Facetime, technology does a lot to make almost every aspect of our lives easier, faster and more convenient. Online maps have evolved into handheld GPS systems that can be accessed from any smartphone. The days of waiting for a friend to give you directions to their home in a “turn [...]
Many vehicle breakdowns that occur could have been prevented with regular maintenance. Many components of the engine and auxiliary systems wear down over time, and having them inspected periodically can help avoid small problems, that lead to big problems. Having these components inspected is called a tune-up, and you need to have one done [...]
I have two kids (which sometimes feels like I have ten), a giant dog, and a whole mess of gear that complements our love for the outdoors. We need a vehicle that fits our busy lifestyle, but driving a minivan is just not my thing. The solution I found, and that I’ve stuck with [...]
With I-15 running right through the middle of the state, Utah is a hub for travellers who are looking to refuel, and recharge their batteries. It’s impossible to miss the beauty of our state, even if you’re just speeding up the freeway, and if you take the time to take the side-roads, the views [...]
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