Posts by Dennis Vieira
A “Mounting” Problem (Motor Mounts)
You know how heavy your engine and transmission are, so you can imagine how tough the parts that hold them onto your vehicle’s sub-frame must be. Not only must they support the weight, they also have to isolate vibrations and noise from the passenger cabin. Pretty tall order, wouldn’t you say? The parts that face…
Read MoreMercury Rising (Hot Weather Vehicle Concerns)
The heat is on, and your vehicle takes a beating when it is. Several of your vehicle’s systems are under extra stress in hot weather, so here are a few to make sure are getting the care and maintenance they need. It makes sense that the cooling system is one to make sure is in…
Read MoreA Turn for the Worse (Using Turn Signals)
Distracted driving is bad, you know that. Daydreaming, talking on the cell phone, putting your makeup on in the rear view mirror. All bad. But there’s something else that causes more than twice as many accidents, according to a recent study. And that’s people who don’t use their turn signals. Maybe you’re one of them. …
Read MoreThe Key Won’t Turn! (Ignition Problems)
You’ve just arrived at the store shopping and you’re ready to head home. You put your key in the ignition and… oh, no! The ignition won’t turn! What do you do now? Don’t panic. There are some things you can do to get going again. The first thing to do is see if you have…
Read MoreBeware Dangers of Spring Driving (Seasonal Driving Tips)
Sure, winter is quickly fading in the rearview mirror, but the peril of icy roads is replaced with a whole new set of driving challenges in spring. Deer and other wildlife. You are not the only one who gets spring fever. Animals do, too, and spring is the time they start looking for mates and…
Read MoreI Want a New Vehicle. Or Do I? (Vehicle Maintenance Payoffs)
Spring is a peak season for vehicle sales; companies aggressively market new models and offer all sorts of incentives. So you may be tempted to buy a shiny new beauty. But should you? If you’ve regularly maintained the vehicle you’re driving now, you probably don’t NEED a new one. Even if your current one needs…
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