Servicing Your Car to Keep It On the Road

Buying a Used Car? Why Two Amateurs Always Need a Professional

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Do you like to trust people at face value? This is the best approach to take after all, as life would be rather miserable if you always eyed everyone with suspicion. However, sometimes you do have to be wary, and this is especially the case when you’re buying a used car. You may not be very mechanically astute yourself and don’t have the luxury of buying a brand-new vehicle from a swanky showroom, so you need to take some additional steps for protection.…

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Electrical Issues? Why It's More Likely to Be Your Alternator Than Your Battery

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Although some modern cars will alert their driver to a problem through a generic ‘check engine’ light on the dashboard, others may be more specific when they have some type of electrical problem. In this case, an icon that looks like a battery will glow red to prompt you to take action. Maybe car manufacturers should think of updating this icon, as it may force you to come to the wrong conclusion.…

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Is Your Car Radiator Failing? How to Find Out

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The radiator is a crucial part of your vehicle’s cooling system. Your engine produces heat when running and it’s the radiator’s job to ensure it doesn’t overheat. The coolant will absorb the heat produced by the engine and flow through the radiator where the cooling occurs. This critical role of your car’s radiator means that it’s imperative for it to be in a good working condition all the time. However, like any other vehicle component, your radiator may pick up a problem or two down the line.…

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