Jun 29, 2010
WARRENDALE, Pa., June 29 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- With the increase in both popularity and production of hybrid and plug-in hybrid electric vehicles (PHEV) worldwide, attention often turns to the exhaust emissions and fuel economy of such vehicles. A new revised standard from SAE International provides the procedures ... Continue reading
Jun 28, 2010
Dave is a licensed auto mechanic with over 40 years in the trade. For the past 24 years he has operated Dr. H. Honda Specialists in Etobcoke(Toronto). Dave the neighborhood mechanic can be heard answering his neighbors car questions on AM740 radio each Saturday at 9 AM. Some of these conversations will also be publishe ... Continue reading
Jun 28, 2010
Dave Redinger - The Neighborhood Mechanic
Jun 28, 2010
Dave is a licensed auto mechanic with over 40 years in the trade. For the past 24 years h has operated Dr. H. Honda Specialists in Etobcoke(Toronto). Dave the neighborhood mechanic can be heard answering his neighbors car questions on AM740 radio each Saturday at 9 AM. Some of these conversations will also be published ... Continue reading
AutoMD.com Named Best Automotive Website in 8th Annual American Business Awards(SM)
Jun 28, 2010
Leading consumer automotive repair resource wins 2010 Stevie(R) Award CARSON, Calif., June 28 -- AutoMD.com (www.automd.com), the most comprehensive and unbiased free online auto repair resource, was named Best Website in the Automotive & Transport Equipment category at the 2010 American Business Awards(SM), also known ... Continue reading
Clean, Well-Maintained Car Worth 50% More
Jun 25, 2010
BETHESDA, Md., June 16 -- Keeping your car clean will significantly help preserve its overall value, according to the Car Care Council. Kelley Blue Book concurs, reporting that "a clean, well-maintained car can be worth up to 50 percent more than one in 'fair' condition." "Keeping your vehicle clean not only protects y ... Continue reading
Latest New Car Buyer Lure: Free Maintenance
Jun 23, 2010
Washington DC June 22, 2010; The AIADA newsletter reported that USA Today reports that after years of touting cars with tire-screeching performance, miserly gas mileage, or big rebates, automakers are increasingly trying to lure customers with less dramatic free oil changes and wiper blades. In recent years, scheduled ... Continue reading
My cars Check Engine Light is on: What should I do?
Jun 23, 2010
Horsham -- June 23, 2010 / (http://www.myprgenie.com) -- You're driving along in your car or truck and suddenly a red light illuminates on your dash telling you to check or service your engine. As drivers, we are trained to respond to orders of this sort. When a light flashes "Low fuel," we hurry to a gas station. When ... Continue reading
10-Minute Driveway Check Can Combat Fireworks on the Road this Independence Day
Jun 23, 2010
BETHESDA, Md., June 22 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- It's safety first for Fourth of July fireworks, and should be for motorists hitting the road this Independence Day weekend and throughout the summer as well. Ten minutes is all it takes for drivers to make sure their car is safe for travel, according to the Car Care Cou ... Continue reading
Good Car Care Advice from Tom T - #4
Jun 22, 2010
Is a Wheel Alignment Necessary When Replacing Tires? Dear Tom, I love your radio show and listen to it every week on XM Radio. I own a â98 Pontiac Grand Prix GTP with 56k miles. I recently purchased four new tires, BF Goodrich Traction T/A. Ever since the new tires were installed, the car pulls to the right. The c ... Continue reading
Cadillac to Provide Standard Four-Year/50,000-Mile Maintenance Program
Jun 21, 2010
Luxury brand launches Premium Care Maintenance for 2011 models as part of mission to enhance customer service DETROIT, June 21 -- Cadillac announced today it will provide owners of all 2011 models with frequently required maintenance services for the first four years or 50,000 miles as it seeks to build the best custom ... Continue reading
Lincoln Offers Customers Free Scheduled Maintenance on New Vehicles Purchased This Summer
Jun 18, 2010
DEARBORN, Mich., June 18 -- -- Lincoln to cover all scheduled maintenance for three years or 45,000 miles for all customers who purchase or lease a new Lincoln between today and Sept. 7 -- Free scheduled maintenance Lincoln program includes all oil changes, tire rotations, routine inspections as well as the replacement ... Continue reading
Drivers Determined to Achieve Higher Mileage
Jun 16, 2010
Nearly Unanimous, National Survey Reveals Drivers View Oil Changes as Key to Vehicle Longevity HOUSTON, June 16 -- Roy Lindahl has been driving his white Jeep® Cherokee since the day they drove off the lot together seventeen years ago. He and his vehicle, affectionately nicknamed "Jeepy," recently reached a major mile ... Continue reading
The Motorist's Air Conditioning Checklist
Jun 14, 2010
LANSDALE, Pa., June 14 Hours spent in a hot, stifling vehicle can spoil a weekend getaway or vacation. Conducting a periodic under-hood inspection may help you spot air conditioning problems before they spoil your trip. Here's what to look for: Note: Always be extremely careful any time you're under the hood while the ... Continue reading
Volkswagen Recalls 2009 Routan
Jun 11, 2010
Vehicle Make / Model: VOLKSWAGEN / ROUTAN Model Year(s): 2009 Mfr's Report Date: JUN 08, 2010 NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID Number: 10V252000 N/A NHTSA Action Number: N/A Component: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING Potential Number of Units Affected: 15902 Summary: VOLKSWAGEN IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2009 ROUTAN VEHICLES MANUFACTUR ... Continue reading
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