Car Spring Cleaning

Now that the weather is getting warmer it’s time to get your car into springtime shape after the wear-and –tear of winter. Learn how with these tips! As the sun warms up, you may feel the need to roll up your sleeves and to tackle the big task of cleaning and tuning up your car. Getting rid of the winter mess inside and on the outside of your car is critical. The following are the 10 most important things you should do: 1.     Carpeting and Upholstery: Focus first on the interior carpeting and upholstery. Using a damp towel, wash down the seats. Get rid of any rock salt debris, mud or dry dirt on the carpeting...

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Child Safety Tips from the NHSTA

Use these tips from the NHTSA to ensure that your children are as safe as can be in your vehicle. Did you know 3 out of every 4 car seats are used incorrectly? According tosafercar.gov, parents haven't been doing enough to keep their kids safe on the road, which has resulted in vehicle crashes becoming one of the leading causes of death for children between 1 and 13 years old. In order to combat these sobering statistics, NHTSA provides an informative booklet aimed at getting parents prepared for life on the road with their children. Available online in PDF form here, the information equips parents with useful knowledge...

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Summer Gas Prices Expected to be Lowest in Three Years

Good news if you're travelling this summer! Gas prices are supposed to be the lowest they have been in three years! The average retail price for a gallon of regular unleaded gas is expected to be $3.63 this summer, according to the U.S. Energy Information Administration. That price is slightly below the averages from the past two years.The administration's Short-Term Energy Outlook forecasts a decline in crude oil prices and gas consumption along with an increase in gasoline inventory levels. Cheaper crude oil will have the biggest impact, as it accounts for two-thirds of the overall price of gas. Crude oil is expected to be down about...

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Easy Car Care Tips

These are some of the easiest ways to care for your car and prevent problems throughout the year. Most men aren't mechanics, and some men could care less about their car as long as it looks good and drives well. But a responsible driver should always take five minutes every other week or so to check the essential parts of his car. If you pay proper attention to your car’s maintenance needs, you will save a lot of time, money and aggravation by avoiding some expensive repairs. Here are some things that you can do yourself: Check the battery Many batteries are so advanced they no longer require much maintenance. To be on the safe...

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