Car Care Tips

Tips to keep your car on the road.

  1. Safety October 29, 2020

    The Driver’s Guide to Hydroplaning

    Have you ever seen a bug skimming on the surface of a pond? Or seen a water skier drift across a lake? It’s an impressive sight to see as they gracefully glide across the water’s surface. But what looks graceful for a bug or a water skier is not great for your car. When your […]

  2. Safety September 25, 2020

    How Does the Anti-Lock Braking System Work?

    It’s a cold, wintry day, and the forecast warns of ice on the roads. You plan to take it slow on your commute, but you’re not sure what to do if you hit a patch of ice. Maybe you’ve heard that drivers should pump the brakes when stopping on ice. But that’s simply not true! […]

  3. Maintenance September 4, 2020

    6 Essential Car Fluids to Check Regularly

    Imagine playing an entire basketball game without ever taking a drink. Or running a marathon after a steady diet of soda and beer—no water. Things wouldn’t turn out well for you! Athletes’ bodies need water to perform their best. And, like an athlete, your car needs fluids to operate at peak performance. Most people know […]

  4. Maintenance June 29, 2020

    7 Ways to Make Your Brakes Last Longer

    Every driver knows that brakes are crucial when it comes to car safety and functionality. Bad brakes are a recipe for disaster! But many don’t realize the impact of their driving habits on how long their brakes will last. Most vehicles go 20,000-70,000 miles before needing a brake replacement. Multiple factors influence brakes’ lifespan, causing […]

  5. Safety June 8, 2020

    Car Emergency Kit Checklist: 13+ Items to Keep in Your Car

    Click to download printable Car Emergency Kit Checklist Whether snow is on the ground or the summer sun is beating down, it’s important to be prepared for roadside emergencies at any time of the year. Accidents, breakdowns, or random weather events can happen anytime, leaving you stranded on the side of the road with your […]

  6. Safety May 22, 2020

    What to Expect From a Brake Inspection

    Screeeech! You never know when you’ll need to slam on the brakes. Make sure your brakes are in working order with regular brake inspections. Brakes are one of the most vital parts of a car, so it’s important to get them checked out periodically to see if there are any hidden problems. Here are a […]

  7. Maintenance May 7, 2020

    My TPMS Light Is On: What Does It Mean?

      What Does TPMS Mean? “TPMS” stands for Tire Pressure Monitoring System. A car’s TPMS measures the tire pressure of each individual tire and alerts the driver when the tire air pressure is too low. The TPMS warning light comes on when one or more tires drop at least 25% below the vehicle’s recommended inflation […]

  8. Safety April 9, 2020

    Everything You Need to Know About How to Check for Car Recalls

    In 2017, the automotive industry recalled 74% more vehicles than it delivered to consumers. A whopping 30.7 million vehicles were recalled, while only 17.6 million new vehicles were sold in the U.S. While these numbers might seem crazy, auto recalls actually hit a four-year low in 2017, and the number of affected vehicles has been dropping ever […]

  9. Maintenance March 30, 2020

    What Pothole Damage Can Do to Your Car

    It’s officially spring, which means it’s officially pothole season. As much as you may try to avoid driving over these obnoxious roadway obstructions, you’re bound to hit one eventually. What are they? Potholes are cracked, sunken-in portions of the road that form when water weakens the soil underneath the pavement. Potholes are especially bad during […]

  10. Safety March 16, 2020

    Driving in the Rain: 10 Tips for Safe Driving

    🎶I’m driving in the rain, just driving in the rain, what a glorious feeling…🎶 Well, maybe not. Whether it’s a light sprinkle or a heavy downpour, driving in rain can be stressful and dangerous, and you can’t avoid it! It rains roughly one-third of the days in a year in Northern Virginia, so one way […]

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