In this day and age, whenever your automobile “gives up the ghost”, you cannot just dump it by the roadside, nor do you want it rusting on your property. This means that we have to find a way of disposing of our depreciated vehicles. The Car Crusher This is a machine for reducing the volume […]
Did you know that over half of all fatal motorcycle crashes involve another vehicle? Unfortunately, most of time, the car or truck driver and not the motorcyclist, is at fault. Given summer weather and the increase of motorcycle use, drivers need to be aware that in addition to trucks and other car drivers, motorcycle drivers […]
Getting to ride in the front seat is a rite of passage for many. Can you remember when you started riding in the front seat? Your answers may vary greatly. Lets take a look at the proper safety precautions when it comes to kids riding in the front seat. Safety When properly installed and used, […]
In order to protect the life of your car and its engine, car owners must change the oil and oil filter regularly. Luckily, when it comes to car maintenance, oil changes are quick and inexpensive. You can even do it yourself for those of you who enjoy getting your hands dirty and take pride in […]
Can’t wait to cruise around with the windows down? With this warm weather, neither can we! Now that spring has officially settled in, it’s best to take a few moments to devote to your car and undo winter’s damage. Regular maintenance is important to ensure optimum performance. Our top five easy maintenance jobs are affordable, […]
It’s springtime! Car owners are celebrating by cleaning up their precious rides. The winter has been rough on our cars as you may notice salt build-up and discoloration on your tires and car body. Some of you may get a professional wash, while others will tackle this chore right in the driveway. Here are a […]
Everything is getting more expensive; both homeowners and car owners have to become more creative in driving down or at least putting a cap on costs. One clever way for car owners to keep costs in check is to buy their own new car parts and take them to your mechanic and have him install […]
Driving while using a hand-held phone is very dangerous and distracting. Statistics show that if you are texting while driving, it makes the driver 23x more likely to get into a crash. Also, drivers talking on a cell phone are 4x more likely to have a car accident. No wonder cell phone use while driving […]
The groundhog projected six more weeks of winter. We’re not out of the cold zone yet Chicago! This means you are probably going through a lot more wiper fluid to keep your windows clear for winter driving. In addition to snowy conditions clouding up your windows, dirt, bugs, wind, trees, and more help contribute to […]
Record snowfall!! Great news for students and snow days, not so great news for drivers. The latest snowfall in Chicago left us with a record breaking 16.2 inches in one day! Cleaning snow off of your car that’s more than a few inches can get a little tricky. If you have been in a snowstorm […]
