Genuine, OEM and Aftermarket Parts: What Are They and Which is Best?

In this post, we'll take a closer look at genuine, OEM, and aftermarket parts, and weigh up the pros and cons of each. Genuine Parts Genuine parts are parts that are made by the original equipment manufacturer (OEM) of your vehicle. These are identical to

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Recalls, Service Campaigns, TSBs, and Extended Warranty Coverage - What's The Difference?

Vehicle recalls, service campaigns, technical service bulletins (TSBs), and extended warranty coverage are all forms of action that manufacturers take in order to address issues with their vehicles. However, they are not all the same. Here’s a rundown of the differences between them. Vehicle Recalls

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6 Things You Can Do to Your Car or Motorcycle to Save Fuel

In the second of this two-part series, we suggest six things you can do for your vehicle to stretch out the interval between fill-ups. 1. Check tire pressure One of the most important things to do to promote fuel efficiency is to ensure that your

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3 Things You can Do Right Now to Improve Fuel Economy

In the first of this two-part series, we will suggest three changes you can make to your driving habits that will cut down on the amount of gas you burn. 1. Reduce city driving Our first fuel-saving tip is to do a sanity check before

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5 Things to Check Before Buying a Used Car

Buying a car is one of the largest investment decisions many of us make after buying a home. It’s a big deal and an emotional time—all the more so when the car is used because of all the unknowns—was it driven hard? Or tracked? Was

3 Must-Have Items Every Car Emergency Kit Should Include For Winter Driving!

Winter is upon us; and with it, an increased risk of vehicle trouble as a result of ice, snow and colder temperatures. Calls to CAA definitely increase. According to Murielle Pierre, Manager of Public Affairs at CAA National, "Winter volume is generally higher than that

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Winter Tires—Are They Worth the Cost?

If you live in Florida, you don’t need winter tires. If you have a furnace in your home, however, you would do well to consider them for your vehicle. In this post, we’ll look at how winter tires differ from all-season and summer tires, the

Should I Warm Up The Engine Before Driving?

Idling a cold engine before starting to drive not only wastes fuel (an expensive commodity these days) but it is also tough on the environment. Yet, this is something many people continue to do every day before starting out. Two common theories being that a

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