Protecting Your Truck’s Interior from Salt Corrosion

Your truck needs a bit more care during the winter months. This is to ensure that the road salt that is used to melt the snow from the road does not cause harm to the truck. Other than washing the exterior of the truck regularly, ensure that you clean the interior as well.

Vacuum out the cab regularly, more so when you’ve brought in a lot of salt. Vacuuming should be part of the routine cleaning of the interior. Apply professional car detailing products to the car’s upholstery. This creates a protective barrier against dirt, salt, and moisture…

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Preventing a Tire Blowout

Flat tires are something that many drivers have to endure at one time or another. While flat tires aren’t typically that serious, tire blowouts are something entirely different, and they can be very serious. Practicing good tire maintenance is the most important thing you can do to prevent a tire blowout.

Your tires should always be well maintained, but it’s most important during the hot summer months. 

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All-Weather Floor Mats Vs Carpet

Both all-weather floor mats and carpet make a great choice for your vehicle. However, there are distinct differences between the two. All-weather mats are the best option for environments that are extremely dirty. You can easily clean the dirt and mud off of them. If you live in an area that frequently has inclement weather, then all-weather mats are a must-have. All-weather mats are the cheaper option. They may also be more durable. However, the color and style options are limited.

Carpet comes in a variety of colors. You can also get a custom carpet mat. 

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How to Make a Winter Survival Kit

Everyone needs a winter survival kit because you never know what you are going to encounter while you are on the road. Tire chains are something that you need to put in your winter survival kit. The tires can be used to help you get through the ice and snow. It is a good idea for you to practice taking the tires on and off on a warm day. You also need a good first aid kit. In addition to bandaids, gloves, gauze pads and antiseptic, you need to put pain-relieving medication in the kit. You can also put a…

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Charging a Car Battery

You can use a portable charger to charge your battery. You will have to turn off your jump starter and vehicle before you are able to charge the car battery. You will then need to connect the charger the same way that you would connect the jumper cables. Adjust the amperage and voltage on the charger. Set them low for the best results. You can use a higher amp to charge your battery more quickly.

You are now ready to let your battery charge. Your battery may only need a charge. 

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How to Replace a Flat Tire

Flat tires are a common problem for drivers. They can happen anytime and at any location, but it's important to know how to change the tire fast! The following steps will show you how to replace a flat tire the right way:

1) Find an appropriate place. If you're on the side of the road or in your driveway, make sure there are no hazards around you before proceeding with changing your tire.

2) Remove all lug nuts from lugs using a lug wrench until they loosen enough that you can remove them by hand. Place them in…

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Reasons Your Tire Pressure Light is Illuminated

Did you know that your tire pressure light could be illuminated for a variety of reasons? If you have been driving around with this light on, then it is time to take the necessary precautions. This post will cover some of the most common causes and steps to take to fix them. We have compiled a list of the reasons why this message might pop up in your car dashboard.

1) Low air pressure- The first reason your tire pressure warning light can come on is if one or more tires are low on air pressure. This should be an…

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How to Correct A Slide On Icy Roads

Your vehicle is more likely to slide when the roads are icy. It can be scary to experience this, but it will be a lot easier for you to cope with if you take your foot off of the accelerator. Your vehicle will slow down your vehicle. This will also make it easier for you to react. You may be tempted to apply the brakes, but you should avoid doing that. This can cause your vehicle to tailspin even more.

Steering is one of the things that you have to do in order to correct a spin. You need to…

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Types of Winter Tires

Winter is coming. And with winter, the dreaded icy roads and snow-covered hillsides. If you live in a place where it snows or gets very cold during the winter months, then you've probably been thinking about getting some new tires for your car--especially if you have a truck or SUV that needs to be able to handle those conditions as well as rain and other types of road hazards. This post will detail the different types of tires that are available for purchase this year so that you can know what to look for when shopping around!

As the…

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Steps to Take After a Car Accident

If you don't know the right steps to take following an accident, it can be easy to make mistakes, especially when you're in distress. The first step to take is to ask everyone if they're hurt or injured and need medical attention. This will require calling 911.

It's also necessary to get your driver's license and insurance card out, which you'll need to exchange with the other drivers involved. This is vital information you'll have to give to your insurance company, and you can use it to file a claim for the damages…

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