Although the cooling systems in modern vehicles are built to withstand extreme temperatures and driving situations, every car is susceptible to an overheated engine. If you notice smoke coming from your hood or your engine temp getting dangerously high, here’s what you need to do. Read the rest of this entry
If you own a vehicle, you probably get your oil changed around twice a year, or more often if you spend more time on the road. Chances are you’ve also been asked whether you prefer conventional or synthetic oil in your car. But what’s the difference? As it turns out, there are a lot of distinctions that set these two oil types apart from one another. Read on to find out what they are. Read the rest of this entry
Have you ever accidentally bumped your steering wheel when you’re climbing out of your car? Then, the next time you go to start it, you are unable to turn the ignition. What’s that about? And how can you fix it? We invite you to check out the video below to find out what you can do if you ever find yourself in a situation with a locked steering wheel. Read the rest of this entry
Have you ever been driving along the highway, and all of the sudden traffic slows for seemingly no reason? You think, maybe someone got in a fender bender or perhaps there’s an obstruction on the road. But pretty soon, traffic clears with no explanation. If you are wondering what could possibly be causing these phantom traffic jams, the answer may surprise you. Fortunately, there is a very simple fix. Read the rest of this entry
Part of owning a vehicle is understanding its maintenance schedule and keeping up with any necessary service. Routine service allows your car to operate as efficiently as possible and can even make it last longer. In order to make sure your vehicle’s tires are wearing evenly, getting your tires rotated periodically is crucial. Here’s what you need to know about the service interval for tire rotations and why getting your tires rotated is so important. Read the rest of this entry
Now that the temperature is beginning to drop, many drivers are looking into winter car accessories and cold-weather driving tips. One of the most common misconceptions about winter driving, however, is the need to “warm up” your engine before driving off. Here, we’ll discuss how long it takes for a Toyota vehicle engine to heat up when it’s cold out as well as what you can do to make sure your engine is running as efficiently as possible. Read the rest of this entry
One of the worst parts of being susceptible to motion sickness is having to spend extended periods of time in the car. While there are many over-the-counter remedies for helping to curb motion sickness, there are also plenty of other ways you can help prevent it. Here are a few tips to help you as you strive to avoid motion sickness in the car. Read the rest of this entry
When you get a new vehicle, it’s important to understand what all the buttons and lights mean. Even if you’ve owned a car for a while, perhaps an indicator pops up that you’ve never seen before. If you are wondering about the TRAC OFF light or button in your Toyota, then you’ve come to the right place. We’ll walk you through what the button does and what it means when the indicator light shows up on your dashboard. Read the rest of this entry
One of the main points of confusion for car shoppers is what differentiates crossovers from SUVs. Although the two terms are often used synonymously, there are a few important distinctions to make between them. Read on to get a better idea of what sets crossovers apart from SUVs and how you can decide which one is best suited for you.
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Perhaps the most important part of owning a vehicle is keeping up with routine maintenance. Since there are so many systems and parts to keep track of, you might forget the last time you had something checked or replaced. For instance, maybe you’ve forgotten how long it’s been since you replaced your windshield wiper blades. Fortunately, you’re in the right place! We’re here to tell you how often your wiper blades should be replaced as well as how to tell if you’re overdue for a new set. Read the rest of this entry
