Owning a Car: What Newbies Need to Know

  • About Getting Chipped Auto Glass Repaired

    22 February 2016

    Did you make the mistake of turning down a dirt road that led to rocks flying in the air and chipping the glass on several of the windows in your vehicle? Even if the chips are small, it might be in your best interest to take your vehicle to a glass technician to get the damaged windows repaired. The glass technician may even have to replace the glass altogether depending on where the glass is chipped.

  • Pointers For New Owners Of Limousine Service: The Automotive Side Of Things

    19 January 2016

    If you are just starting a limousine service, you may be wondering how often your cars will need automotive service. You may also be wondering if you can get away with only two limos to start. Here are some facts about operating limos, maintaining them, maintenance frequency and why you may want more than two limos to start your business. Limo Engines, Service and Fuel Efficiency Limo engines are responsible for hauling not just twice the usual weight of most passenger cars, but also the weight of all the people inside the vehicles as well.

  • 3 Signs Your Spark Plugs Are Going Bad

    28 December 2015

    Your vehicle has a lot of different components that come together to make everything work properly. When one of those components stops working, that can cause a whole host of problems for you. You want to figure out what is going on quickly to prevent any additional problems from occurring. If your vehicle doesn't want to start lately, it could be a problem with your spark plugs. To help you determine if this could be what is causing you all the problems, here are a couple telltale signs of bad plugs.

  • 3 Things To Know About Driving A Car With A Flat Tire

    11 December 2015

    If you discovered that one of your car tires was flat and had to drive to the nearest gas station to air it up, you may have caused damage to the tire itself, or to the damage to the wheel or other parts of the car. After this happens, you should take your car to an auto repair shop to have the tire and your car examined. Here are three things you should know about driving with a flat tire.

  • 3 Ways To Transform Your Clunker Into Your Dream Car

    18 November 2015

    If you have an old car that runs well, but the exterior needs work, then you should visit your nearest auto body paint shop. Have you heard of the show "Pimp my Ride"? You can have a makeover done on your vehicle without calling MTV. Here are three ways to transform your old clunker into your dream car. Get A Paint Job An auto body paint job can make a huge difference in the overall appearance of your car.

  • 3 Reasons Why You Should Be Leasing Semi-Trucks Instead Of Buying Them

    2 November 2015

    As someone who operates a business, you probably understand the joy of buying equipment for your business rather than renting it. Although it is often a good idea to buy things that your company will use frequently rather than renting or leasing, this is not always the case. For example, there are exceptions when you are talking about pricey equipment, such as semi trucks. These are a few reasons why you should be leasing the semis that your company needs rather than buying them.

  • 2 Tips To Help You Get The Most Money For Your Used Car

    16 October 2015

    When you're looking to sell your used car, you want to get the most money back for your investment.  Although you may think that the value of your car is pretty much set according to industry standards, there are things you can do to up the ante.  The next time you need to sell a used car, use this information to learn more about how to turn a better profit.

  • Steps To Take Before Recycling Your Vehicle

    23 September 2015

    If you have an older vehicle that you are no longer going to be driving, you may have considered bringing it to an auto salvage yard in exchange for monetary compensation. This is a wonderful way to recycle a vehicle so it can be used for auto parts or for the scrap metal it is made from. Here are a few steps you will want to take before bringing your vehicle to the recycling center so it is accepted without incident and so you maximize on the profit you will obtain.

  • 2 Features To Look For In A Commercial Truck For Long Distance Driving

    10 September 2015

    A commercial truck can be a great resource if you want to be able to start your own long distance trucking company. However, you are going to want to make sure that your truck has the right features so that you can get the most out of the experience, such as comfortable seating and a sleeping area. Comfortable Seating One of the most important features to look for in a commercial truck is comfortable seating, mostly because comfortable seating can help you make it through long hauls without ending up in pain.

  • Why Is Oil Becoming A Better Choice As A Home Heating Fuel?

    19 August 2015

    Improved techniques for extracting natural gas has lead to substantial price reductions. Unlike oil, natural gas doesn't have the infrastructure in the United States for export to world markets. Consequently, domestic use of natural gas for heating has increased, and consumers are having their oil furnaces replaced by those powered with natural gas. However, they may have acted in haste. What caused the drop in natural gas prices in the United States?