Archive for April, 2009

How To Prevent Deer Collisions

Colorado has a new system that will help prevent road kill along one of the busiest highways in the state. The system works by using an underground cable running parallel to the highway that is able to sense if an animal is around through an electromagnetic field. If an animal trips the system, drivers are […]

The New Audi 2010 Q7

Well, the auto show season is coming to an end and the all-new car models have been unveiled, however auto companies have to still update the existing nameplates.  According to Audi, there will be minor adjustments to the Q7 SUV, which include a front and rear end that is slightly revised.  However, the change that […]

Things To Remember When Buying A Used Car

When purchasing a used car you need to do your homework.  This includes doing a thorough inspection of the vehicle, and don’t forget to look under the hood. You don’t want to end up with a car that will leave you stranded calling for road service.  Here are some things you need to be aware […]

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The Poor Economy Causes Drivers To Skimp On Car Maintenance

The poor economy is affecting more than the way people are driving. It is also causing some motorists to cut corners on auto maintenance, which can come back to cost them more later and lead to road service calls. Repair shops around the country are seeing business slow down. When customers are told they are […]

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Driving Habits That Put Motorists At Risk

Motorists today are more distracted than ever. Drivers are making phone calls, adjusting dashboard gadgets, playing with the radio, etc. If you’re driving behind a vehicle that is speeding up and slowing down randomly, there’s a good chance that the driver is preoccupied. The best thing that you can do in this instance is drive […]

Controversy About A New Recall Site

The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration created the new website safecar.org, where people can sign up and get emails that notify you about automotive recalls.  It’s a pretty good idea, right?  All you have to do is give your vehicle information to the NHTSA and you will get notifications by cell phone, PDA, email, or […]

Is The U.S. Improving On Car Batteries?

There have been several Front Range companies who have been trying for years to improve upon auto batteries.  For them, John McCain’s offer of $300 million to the developer of the battery responsible for leapfrogging electric and hybrid vehicles was very enticing. Allowing vehicles to run on batteries instead of engines would reduce the consumption […]

Be Aware Of Brake Problems

Since your car carries precious cargo, you need to be aware of its safety features.  One aspect of safety that people often ignore is the brake system.  That is, until a major problem arises.  Don’t find yourself stuck on the side of the road calling your road service program, look out for the following brake […]

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How To Prepare Yourself For Bad Road Conditions

Roads often seem like they are war-zones.  Motorists encounter ruts, potholes, and icy roads that can be dangerous.  Just being aware of bad road conditions can help drivers protect themselves.  Here are a few tips that can help you avoid accidents. Be on the lookout for nasty potholes.  If you encounter a pothole, slow down […]

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Ride-Sharing Made Simple

Many companies have offered ride-sharing sites on the Internet that help fill seats in people’s cars and conserve gas use and greenhouse gasses, however, Avego.com has the big advantage of being affiliated with iPhone. This downloadable application lets motorists create a social network of vehicles and passengers who are traveling in the same direction.  In […]