Communication is the key to a successful result when dealing with used car repair shops. The first, and most important, aspect is for the car owner to be prepared to explain the problem in detail. It may be helpful to have an idea when the problem first began and whether it is a constant or sporadic occurrence.
Nascar Races: Hot Tips to Car Racing
Read here an introductory guide about the inner workings of auto racing and the NASCAR teams and circuit in particular.
Unspoken Rules Of The Road For Truckers
Many truckers seem like they belong to a secret society and part of that membership consists of various courtesies and unspoken rules of the road. Trucking companies are privy to those rules, but dont always let the newbies know about them. Those new truck drivers get to learn the hard way. But if they are lucky, veteran truckers will give them a probationary pass to the secret society. Membership has its privileges!
Unspoken Rule #1 Acknowledging other truckers in this…
Upcoming Auto Show: Benefit To Consumers And Car Dealers Alike
The 2008 Arizona International Auto Show is one of the most anticipated auto shows for car enthusiasts, but it’s also a big gold star on the calendars of car dealers all over Arizona. Held November 22 25, over Thanksgiving weekend at the Phoenix Convention Center on North Third Street, thousands are expected to turn out to get a glimpse of what’s brand new for 2008.
Urban Electric Vehicles
As gas prices reach record levels and fossil fuels diminish over time, consumer demand for alternative energy technology will do nothing but increase. In fact, urban electric vehicles, while rather novel in the United States, are more common in Europe, where population densities in metropolitan areas necessitated a search for alternatives to driving full size cars long ago.
Urban Sprawl: Cerritos, California’s Plan To Come Out Ahead
While “urban sprawl” and “smart growth” seem to be key phrases in the news these daysespecially among politicians and environmentalists, the truth is “smart growth” can only happen when there is a plan in place to grow. “Smart growth” is not a reaction to a housing boom. Neither is it a way to boost a city’s economy as it begins to slide into a slump. Truly smart growth is a new city’s plan to, over years, accommodate more people and businesses, without comprising its natur…
Vehicle Safety: Everyone’s Responsibility
Most of us can look back and note how different things were back when we were growing up than they are now. We live in a cautious world, teeming with negligence lawsuits, tougher regulations for manufacturers, and precautionary recalls. Seatbelt laws are common. Diving boards have been outlawed in several states. Children now have to be strapped into child car seats until they’re seven years old in some states.
We Owe A Debt Of Gratitude To Early Luxury Automotive Products
You may well have noticed gorgeous, massive cars in classic movies. What happened to these car makers? Were they innovators or just producers of boats or other monstrosities of little innovative value? Sort of like big tank S.U.V. trucks in these days of $ 3 a gallon gasoline. Indeed you may have spotted such cars as the Italian made Isotta Fraschine in classic movies such as the movie Sunset Boulevard which starred Gloria Swanson. These cars were not only the highest end l…
What A Load Of …
Non-truckers often dont stop and think about the trucking industry and the many trucking companies that help keep the economy going. Without those big rigs hauling various loads, whether it is gasoline, office supplies or grocery items, this country would be at a stand still. Where do you think the gasoline you pump comes from? What about that package of diapers you are buying your child? How did they get on the shelves? The answer: a big truck delivers all of that and much …
What Every Driver Should Know About Tires
Underinflation of tires, according to studies by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, is the leading cause of tire failure and, therefore, tire-related automotive accidents. In short, keeping your tires inflated to the proper pressure is integral for the safety or yourself, your passengers, and other drivers on the road.
What Will 2007 Hold For The Motor Industry?
As another year begins, businesses throughout the Motor Industry will be wondering what developments await in the year ahead.
Without An Excellent Finish Your Vehicle Is No Shark
If there is a paradox that meanders through automobile vehicle owners whether it is owners of cars, trucks or S.U.V.s is that most owners and purchasers tend to short change their vehicles finish and final shiny finish and presentation. This absurdity is usually two fold: either the enthusiast loses patience, is lazy or simply runs out of money. However according to automotive industry expert Riteway Strokon Presentation and Appearance is Everything Presentation, Pres…