Category Archives: Maintenance

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A Look At Illinois Emissions Testing

A Look At Illinois Emissions Testing

One of the major sources of pollution in this world is due in large part to cars. Automobiles have been pushing out smog and exhaust for years, and the numbers are staggering. Consider the populations of people around the world that drive, then multiply that thanks to commuter vehicles, buses, taxis, and much more. You’ll… Continue Reading

Can You Use Dish Soap to Wash a Car?

Can You Use Dish Soap to Wash a Car?

Since cars were invented, people have been obsessed with washing and waxing and keeping their vehicle looking shiny and new. There are thousands of different brands of cleaners and cleansers for cars, but one item has remained consistent in soap buckets around the world: dish soap. It cleans your dishes so well, so why wouldn’t… Continue Reading

Why Emissions Testing Matters

Why Emissions Testing Matters

Car owners have to deal with emissions testing at one point or another. Whether you are going to drive a new vehicle or an older option, you’ll need to focus on this if you want to have full registration. Depending on where you live, there may be emission requirements that you have to deal with.… Continue Reading

Vital Car Checks

Vital Car Checks

To keep a vehicle running smoothly, its vital to carry out certain car checks on a regular basis. Cars suffer from wear and tear. Many components start to degrade and get damaged during the course of a year. These problems should be addressed as quickly as possible. Some car parts only need to be cleaned.… Continue Reading

Must Have Car-Related Equipment and Accessories

Must Have Car-Related Equipment and Accessories

A huge number of car-related accessories, gadgets and equipment are designed to make the life of a motorist easier. Some of these products achieve this goal. However, many more inferior products enter the market but provide very little value for car owners. Continually buying the latest car products often ends up being a waste of… Continue Reading

Reasons To Get Emissions Testing

Reasons To Get Emissions Testing

Since the invention of the automobile, emissions have become a problem overall. The main problem is that the engine and the process of running a car causes gasses to get leaked out into the atmosphere. You will see this in older cars more often than newer ones. A thick black smoke can come out of… Continue Reading

Main Reasons To Get a Vehicle Inspection

Main Reasons To Get a Vehicle Inspection

Millions of people today will be driving on the open road. They will be moving forward with their daily routine, most without a hitch in their plans. But there are going to be those that will inevitably break down. Focusing on the issue is going to be tough, especially when things could happen out of… Continue Reading

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