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Fixing Up Your Car

When I realized that my car was having more and more problems, it occurred to me that the repairs might be expensive. To ward off a financial disaster, I decided to start learning a little more about fixing up my own ride. I read a few books and asked my dad for help, and it was awesome to learn a little more about what made cars tick. When my car had it's next issue, I was able to diagnose and troubleshoot the problem myself. I want everyone to know more about cars, which is why I made this blog. Check out these articles to find out how to repair small problems, and when you should get help from a professional.

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What To Do After Being Involved In An Auto Collision
6 July 2023

Being involved in a car accident can be stressful

How To Get The Most Out Of Driving School
13 September 2022

When first learning how to drive, you'll go throug

What You Need To Know When Installing A New Truck Shell On Your Pickup Truck
6 January 2022

Truck bed shells are an excellent way to cover the

Shopping For A Brand-New Motorcycle
5 May 2021

Motorcycles are incredibly popular in the United S

Signs Of Braking Problems In Hybrid And Electric Vehicles
29 August 2020

Electric cars owe much to the trolley car. Before

What To Do After Being Involved In An Auto Collision

Being involved in a car accident can be stressful and it is often hard to know what to do. There are some steps you should follow, and if you need help, you should start with a call to the insurance company or your insurance agent, then get the car in for collision repair.  After The Collision If you are involved in an accident, you must get a report from a police officer that details the incident. Read More 

How To Get The Most Out Of Driving School

When first learning how to drive, you'll go through driving school and learn all of the necessary fundamentals. Making the most out of driving school and doing well on assessments are possible if you take these actions. Show Up to Each Class Every day that you attend driving school, important topics are going to be covered. It might be learning the meaning of different traffic signs and reviewing traffic laws. You thus don't want to miss any class if you can help it. Read More 

What You Need To Know When Installing A New Truck Shell On Your Pickup Truck

Truck bed shells are an excellent way to cover the cargo area of your pickup truck, adding security, weather protection, and protecting the interior of the bed from damage. Truck shells are not all the same, though, so it is vital that you get the right shell for your truck and your needs to ensure it will do the job you need it to.  Body Styles When considering truck bed shells for your truck, it is essential that you get the one that fits the bed on your make and model of truck. Read More 

Shopping For A Brand-New Motorcycle

Motorcycles are incredibly popular in the United States, to the tune of comprising a more than $4 billion market. Certain brands have stood the test of time to the point of being an iconic part of American history. If you want to experience the thrill of a motorcycle for yourself, you should work toward getting your license and finding a dealership that can sell you whatever make and model you most resonate with. Read More 

Signs Of Braking Problems In Hybrid And Electric Vehicles

Electric cars owe much to the trolley car. Before buses powered by cheap diesel, electric trolley cars created energy as they went down hill and fed the extra power back to the electric grid.  The electric vehicle has brought regenerative braking back, providing another  way to improve fuel economy. Though less stress is placed on the braking pad, braking remains the second cause of vehicle malfunction leading to accidents. Electric and hybrid brakes still require regular car services maintenance. Read More