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What the temperatures can really get to inside a vehicle?
A familiar tune, but perhaps an unfamiliar tale. Summertime can be hard on your car as well as your own physical well being. We have all heard the horror stories of children or pets being left in a vehicle on a hot summer day, but ever wonder what the temperatures can really get to inside a vehicle?
Let's fry some eggs in the parking lot this summer
Some Anti-Lock (ABS) Brake basics
ABS Questions and Answers
How do I know whether my vehicle has ABS?
1) Read your owner's manual.
2) Check your instrument panel for an amber ABS indicator light after you turn on the ignition.
3) When you buy, lease or rent, ask your dealer or rental car company or your service technician.
How do I know if the ABS system is working?
Fed up with the gas prices???
The Grand Roller Coaster ride
Welcome to San Diego, where gas prices fluctuate more than the humidity. Some major gas station chains have been on a buy-out binge, attempting to wrap up the market and secure their futures.
Gas Facts: Yikes! How can I afford to drive?
How much per gallon?
Electrical common sense
Some common sense for your electrical system
Your vehicle and its electrical system have special needs and precautions. Two of the more common components that need maintenance are:
The battery:
Deciphering the Tire Code
Ever read the sidewall of a tire?
Do I need a tire that is capable of running at speeds in excess of 149 mph? What do all those numbers and letters mean on the tire? Thought they just needed to be round and hold air?
Speed ratings
The Myth of the "Magic Machine"
The so-called, "Can't you just connect my car to a magic computer that will tell you exactly what is wrong with the vehicle and how to fix it?"
This is a common Myth in the auto repair business. True, the diagnostic equipment has evolved by leaps and bounds, but is not in the Star Trek age...yet!
Chevrolet Epica: The New Generation Coming in 2011
Chevrolet will launch a quick attack on its market with a series of new models, including the next generation of Epic, which we show a first graphic reconstruction. The South Korean sedan production will give way to replacement in 2011 and most likely will change its name to Malibu.
Citroen C4 Hatchback: It is Actually the DS5
Spy photos of the Citroen C4 hatchback published in recent days actually refers to the DS5. Writes the monthly "The Automobile Magazine in its site, thus disproving the English gentlemen" AutoExpress "who first brought the images and suggested that it was the new compact station wagon of the Double Chevron.
What does "ASE Certified" mean?
We employ ASE Certified technicians....
Ever wonder what that statement really means?
Getting better service for your vehicle
After you have found a repair shop, there are ways to ease the repair & maintenance process for your vehicle. These tips are "Insider information" from a technician's viewpoint.
Communication
Shopping for a used car?
We have all had to do it at one time, (Some of us more often than others) and something that's common to all of us, is the frustrating process we endured. These guidelines might help the next time, and skip kicking the tires - it only hurts your toes!
Don't shop for a car using your emotions !
BAW C30 Saloon: Mercedes B-Class Chinese Tail
BAIC has released the first images of BAW C30 Saloon, Chinese version of Mercedes B-Class, but with body in three volumes and four doors. Should not be just another clone with almond eyes, because BAIC is a partner and industrial Mercedes in China.
Dipstick, dipstick...who's got the dipstick? What do the marks mean?
Dipstick, dipstick...who's got the dipstick?
Power window motors and regulators
Be kind to your power windows or your arms
