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Pre-Season Motorcycle Maintenance Tips | Part One

Now that spring is officially here, it’s time to bring those bikes out of hibernation! We know you’re eager to get back on the road, and pre-season motorcycle maintenance is an essential part of kicking off the season. Here are a few things you should check before you take your bike out for its first […]

The Most Common Problems With Traction Control

Traction control and ABS are the foundational elements of a car’s stability control system. Traction control piggybacks on the antilock brake system (ABS) to detect tire slip during acceleration and maintain traction while accelerating. ABS does the same for braking. It uses the vehicle’s electronic stability systems to compare the vehicle’s trajectory with where the […]

Using Four-Wheel Drive in the Winter

Four-wheel drive is awesome but, if you’re a new driver or you’re new to four-wheel drive, the power can be deceiving. While you may feel invincible trucking through snow and ice, it’s important to realize that even four-wheel drive has its limits. Knowing the Dangers One of the most common misconceptions about four-wheel drive is […]

How the Braking System Works

How can a light tap on your car’s brake pedal slow a speeding car to an abrupt stop? They might not be something you think about every day but brakes are an integral part of your vehicle. In this article, we’ll walk through the basics of the braking system to explain how. How It Works […]

Pro Tips for De-Icing Your Windshield

As the morning temps begin to dip below freezing, most of us have noticed a little frost on our windshields— and clearing the ice eats up valuable time in our morning routines. As we prepare for even more winter weather, here are a few pro tips for de-icing your windshield. Plan ahead if you can. […]

New Years Eve Driving Safety

Most people enjoy having a glass of champagne to celebrate ringing in the New Year. And, while there are many alternative transportation options now available, drunk driving continues to be a looming issue on New Year’s Eve. According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), about 32 people in the United States die in […]

Winter is coming. It’s time to get a heater inspection.

As the temperature starts to dip, it’s critical that your car’s heater is up to spec. If your heater isn’t working, you could be putting yourself and your family in danger– and not because your car’s cabin will be freezing cold. A failing heater can prevent your defroster from clearing ice and frost off your […]

Why isn’t my car’s heater working?

Now that we’ve had a few chilly mornings, you might have noticed that your defroster isn’t quite working properly or the air coming from your vents is a little cooler than you remembered… This may be due to a problem with your car’s heating system. If you find yourself asking, “Why isn’t my car’s heater […]

Winter Car Seat Safety: Alternatives to Puffy Coats

Winter is a tricky time for car seat safety. With temps well below freezing, it’s important to bundle up your little ones but all those layers can be dangerous. As a general rule, any bulky clothing, including coats, sleepers, or snowsuits, should not be worn underneath the harness of a car seat. The extra padding […]

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