Buying a used car instead of buying a brand new car can save a great deal of money, but the condition the vehicle appears to be in is not always the condition it is in. If you buy a car that was abused by a previous owner the amount of money saved from buying a used car can dwindle very quickly.

That is why a careful inspection of the vehicle is so important. Much can be learned about a car’s past by what you see, hear and smell. (more…)

Often when choosing new tires and wheels for your car or truck the first factor that comes to mind is how they will look, and if the size you want will fit your vehicle. However there are many other factors that should be considered. Some of these others are how they will affect the performance of the vehicle, the road conditions that you will encounter, will a change in hight affect the safety of the vehicle, even will your speedometer still be accurate after the change?

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While researching for this post I came across a few other things you should be consider, like the age of the tire, tires do have a shelf life. In as little a 6 years the rubber can start to deteriorate, check the tire before they install it. You can find the DOT code on the side of the tire indicating it’s manufacturing date.

If you live in areas of more extreme temperature (Like the Redding heat), it’s good to check how well the tire will withstand heat buildup. With “A” being the highest rating and “C” being the lowest. (more…)

With gas prices on the rise, more than ever it is important to save money in other areas. A great deal of money can be saved by reducing repair costs and making your car last longer.

Changing the oil and air filters on a regular basis can greatly increase gas mileage and cut down on the wear and tear of your vehicle. If your filters are clogged then your engine will not work at its optimum and will wear out quicker. (more…)