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See If You Are "'Tire Smart"


A recent national survey found that only one in six U.S. drivers is “tire smart” when it comes to checking tire pressure-a quick and simple step that can optimize vehicle safety and fuel economy and helps tires last longer.

Simple Steps To Save Gas Without Driving Less


Just because gas prices go up, that doesn’t mean your driving has to go down.

Traveling With Kids—Be Car Seat Smart


Road trips with children can be daunting, but with AAA’s expert advice, your next family car trip can be both safe and fun:

Helping Your Car Keep Cool In Warmer Weather


Whether it’s a vacation road trip or your daily commute to work, when the temperatures climb higher on the outside, things are also heating up under the hood of your car.

Make Your Driving Dollars Go Farther


From daily commuting to summer road trips, the amount of time we spend driving adds up quickly…and so can travel costs.

Your Key To A Long-Lasting Car


Basic car care is the key to a long-lasting vehicle, and to improving its safety and dependability.

A Smarter Way To Hit The Road


Technology continues to make road trips better. USB power adapters for all our gadgets, thermoelectric coolers for food and beverages, and affordable cameras that can withstand being dropped in the parking lot or dunked in the pool are helping to keep travelers comfortable and connected.

Everything Gets Old-Even Your Shocks


Look around your home and you’ll probably see a few important items you are planning to replace—a tattered chair, those old running shoes, the living room wallpaper.

Wash Away The Effects Of Rough Weather


When it’s time for spring-cleaning, remember to include your car.

Do Your Brakes Squeal Like A Pig?


When you apply your brakes, do they squeal like a pig?

How Your Auto Insurance Rates Are Determined


Your auto insurance rates are determined by a number of factors:

Cruising with Comfort - Sheepskins Make Life Easier


Advantages of PT Cruiser sheepskin car seat covers

Top Ten Reasons For No-Start Vehicles


The top ten reasons that I see vehicles coming to Ace Automotive for no start problems

Why Won't My Car Start?


Have you ever had your car just "die" on you, you try to start it and it just will not start.

The Three Basic Methods of Car Pinstriping


Before we talk about the different auto pinstriping methods we need to cover a couple of basic points :

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03/29/2024
UAW membership falls 3.3% to lowest level since 2009

The union's net assets grew last year to $1.1 billion, despite paying out $152 million in strike benefits following prolonged work stoppages last fall at Ford, General Motors and Stellantis.



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03/29/2024
March sales look robust, thanks to incentives and inventory

Analysts see March U.S. auto sales as the best month since May 2021 because of increasing inventories — and resulting rising incentives and retreating prices.



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03/29/2024
Some 2022 Ram trucks being probed in U.S. for K1 snap ring transmission failures

NHTSA said it received 82 complaints alleging loss of motive power due to an internal transmission failure of the K1 snap ring.



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03/29/2024
Panasonic Energy to supply EV batteries to Mazda; Panasonic Automotive being sold to U.S. firm

Mazda and Panasonic Energy said they will later disclose details of the deal, which is for the supply of cylindrical lithium-ion batteries.



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03/28/2024
Fisker price cuts mark latest turn in downward spiral

The company's price cuts come after a steady barrage of issues, including the dissolution of talks with a large automaker for a financial lifeline, halted production and a scathing report from Consumer Reports.



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03/28/2024
Tesla’s $25,000 car means tossing out Henry Ford's 100-year-old assembly line

Instead of a large, rectangular car moving along a linear conveyer belt, parts are assembled simultaneously in dedicated areas and then all put together at the end.



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03/28/2024
Auto industry's share of global microchip capacity rises as EVs, software grow

The automotive industry surpassed the consumer and industrial sectors in 2023 to become the third-largest end market for semiconductors worldwide as demand for automotive-grade microchips continues to grow.



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03/28/2024
Ford says it will consider Spain to build new utility vehicle

Politicians and unions welcomed the potential addition of a new model at the Valencia factory, which employs 4,800 people.



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03/28/2024
Kia recalls 427,000 Telluride crossovers over risk of rolling

The recall covers 2020-24 Telluride large crossovers.



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03/28/2024
How Nissan plans to get its fight back with advanced next-gen EVs

Nissan's upcoming family of modular next-generation electric vehicles will deliver dramatic improvements in cost and performance, but customers will still have to wait years before they hit showrooms.



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Get Your Car In Shape For Summer


The days are longer, the sun is stronger and beach season is almost here, but getting in shape for summer means more than hitting the gym. It is also important to keep your car in tip-top shape before you get on the highway for an early summer getaway.


Weather April Showers by Properly Preparing Your Vehicle


While it may be true that April showers bring May flowers, rain also creates wet roads and low driving visibility. To better weather the spring storms, Tires Plus recommends the following:


Deciphering Your Car's "Check Engine" Light


Many drivers don't know what the "check engine" or "service engine soon" warning light on the instrument panel really means. Understanding the purpose of this light, and knowing what actions to take when it comes on, can help you nip problems in the bud -- and possibly prevent major damage.


Earth-Friendly Tips for Motorists


Some day, hydrogen-powered vehicles may be commonplace, but in the meantime, motorists who want to go "green" don't have to change vehicles to help the environment.


Are You Replacing Your Air Filter Too Often?


For years, experts including the Environmental Protection Agency told motorists to change their car's engine air filter frequently for maximum fuel economy


Spring is the Season for Auto Care


After a season of winter driving, a springtime check-up for your car might be in order. Most anyone can do routine automotive housekeeping chores: Remove unneeded winter gear from your trunk, clean out trash and clutter, and wash and wax your car to remove accumulated grime and salt deposits.


Motorists: Disregarding Auto Repairs Is Dangerous


The power of the dollar doesn't stretch as far as it once did. And it has prompted some motorists to cut back on maintenance or put off needed vehicle repairs due to tight budgets, especially if the vehicle remains drivable. But, delaying certain repairs can be a dangerous gamble for motorists.


iPhone Comes Closer to Driving Your Car


In the olden days, people used maps for directions and yellow pages to find restaurants, and they didn't often use their phones as lightsabers


Are You Prepared for a Roadside Emergency?


You drive safely and follow your vehicle's maintenance schedule, but that doesn't mean you'll never find trouble on the road. But with a little preparation, you can handle almost any roadside breakdown.


Winter Pledge: Clearing Garage Floors Gets Cars Indoors


When a chill is in the air and clutter is in the garage, your car is often forced out in the cold.


Americans Support Banning Cell Phones in Cars


Americans have been driving cars and using telephones for about a century. But it's only been in the past five or 10 years that we've been combining these two activities. and we're finding out that it's a dangerous mix.


A New Year's Resolution For Your Car


Getting more organized is a common New Year's Resolution -- whether it's a harried taxpayer's pledge to be a better record keeper or a pack rat's promise to de-clutter. "Getting organized works wonders for the family car," notes Martin Lawson, editorial director for the National Institute for Automotive Service Excellence (ASE).


New LED Worklight Offers Greater Versatility


There's a leak in your plumbing, and you need to fix it. So you fumble under the sink, trying to hold a flashlight in one hand and a tool in another. You need both hands free, so you put the flashlight down. It promptly rolls, leaving you unable to see what you're doing.


Don't Let Holiday Pressure Get to Your Tires


The holidays are hectic. Working, attending family parties, overindulging on holiday goodies and shopping for that perfect gift can be stressful. Although the holidays are busy, they're not the time to forget about regular tire maintenance.


A Winter Checklist For Drivers


As the temperature drops, car batteries produce less power, belts and hoses become more brittle, tires lose air pressure and engine oil thickens. In a few words, winter is tough on vehicles.