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Tips to Avoid Distracted Driving

By Carlos on April 6, 2019 Wheels and Water

Distracted driving is a major cause of automotive accidents. Consider these practical tips to reduce your chances of encountering distraction problems on the road. Adjust your Seat Before Starting the Ignition Today, many vehicles offer comfortable, flexible seating. Drivers avoid problems by ensuring they completely adjust seating before starting the vehicle. If you need to re-adjust the seats, pull into a parking spot first. Make Sure Pets & Children Travel Securely Allowing children or family pets to wander through the vehicle during a road trip sometimes distracts a driver. State laws provide detailed regulations for securing children in approved, correctly-sized…

Steps to Get Your Car Ready for the Summer

By Carlos on June 13, 2018 Wheels and Water

You may have seen some guides out there that help you to prepare for the winter months, what about prepping your car for the summer months? Make the summer months cause less wear-and-tear on your vehicle with the helpful steps below. Begin with the Tires The tires of a vehicle could be considered one of the most important aspects of a vehicle. Your tires will have an impact on the safety and performance of the car. Raise your gas mileage by around 0.6 percent. You can take it up all the way to as high as three percent. Meanwhile, an…

Get Your Vehicle Ready for Spring

By Carlos on March 7, 2018 Wheels and Water

Spring is in the air, snow is melting, the grass is growing and it’s time for some good old fashioned spring cleaning. Your home and yard aren’t the only things that are going to need your attention this season, your car or truck needs a little TLC before the temperatures begin to rise. Interior Remove Trash and Other Items Start by cleaning out any trash that may have accumulated during the cold winter months and collect anything else that may not belong. If you have young children, remove the car seats from the back and give them a good wash.…

Simple Ways to Cut Your Car Expenses

By Carlos on December 23, 2017 Wheels and Water

Reliable transportation is a necessity. People depend on transportation for work, shopping, and much more. But car repairs, auto insurance, general maintenance, and gas can take a chunk out of your bank account. Save money with these simple ways to cut your car expenses. Get a Car Insurance Quote Car insurance is an unavoidable expense. Most people get comfortable and keep the same insurance for years. They never consider that a competing insurance company might offer a better rate. Even if you’re pleased with your current rates, it doesn’t hurt to see if a better price is available. It costs…

Tips to Protect Your Car from Road Salt Rust

By Carlos on December 19, 2017 Wheels and Water

It’s that time of year again, where road salt slowly eats away at your vehicle. Lack of vehicle preparation and maintenance causes rust to attack their car. With a few simple steps, you can keep your vehicle in excellent condition all season long. Prepare Your Car All year-long, no matter what the weather is like, it’s important to prepare your vehicle for success when harsh weather arrives. The most important way to do this is by repairing scratches and dents as soon as you notice them. Scratches are an open wound on your vehicle’s skin and when salt is applied…

How to Create a Good Classified Car Ad

By Carlos on December 7, 2017 Wheels and Water

Creating a listing for a good classified car ad will help sell your vehicle faster and at a better price. Although it may take time, a good classified car ad will stand out to potential buyers and separate your listing from the rest. Below are our top tips to sell your vehicle by using a classified ad. Put Yourself in the Mindset of the Buyer Before you actually draft your advertisement; put yourself in the mindset of the buyer. Write out all the pressing questions onto a piece of paper and try to answer each question in the listing. Once…

Fall Driving Safety Tips

By Carlos on November 12, 2017 Wheels and Water

Fall is a beautiful season when leaves start turning different shades of red, purple, orange, and yellow. As small as leaves might seem, they can be quite dangerous when they fall to the ground when trees start adjusting to the changing weather conditions. The roads also become slippery due to constant rain. Even though driving during the fall can be tricky, it is not impossible. You have to be able to go to work. Kids also need to go to school and many other activities that require driving. This article gives you tips on how to drive safely during fall.…

5 Auto Repairs That You Shouldn’t Skip

By Angela on September 23, 2017 Wheels and Water

Auto repairs are one of those necessary evils that you’ll have to deal with if you want to avoid your car reaching a point of no return. There are some problems that will give you a grace period before they destroy your car. Other problems aren’t as kind, but all need to be addressed as quickly as possible. Here are five auto repairs that you should never skip for any reason. 1. Overheating Issues One problem that you should never put off is an overheating issue. Your car may be overheating for a number of reasons including a lack of…

The Best Times to Buy a New Car

By Angela on September 18, 2017 Wheels and Water

Most people assume that when you are buying a new car, it is merely as simple as driving to the local dealership in your free time. This statement could not be further from the truth if you are searching for the best possible deal. Research has shown that there are times to purchase a new vehicle that yield the least hassle and best deals. Days of the Week While the weekend may be the most convenient time for you to browse and purchase, it is also the most crowded time. Beat the crowds and gain a salesperson’s full attention by…

Safety Tips for Your Labor Day Road Trip

By Angela on August 29, 2017 Wheels and Water

As Labor Day quickly approaches, friends and family are looking forward to a long weekend with a road trip on the horizon. You might focus on the destination or fun stops along the way, but safety needs to be your main concern. Follow these safety tips during your Labor Day road trip so you’ll be prepared for any situation and be able to enjoy your vacation worry-free. Practice Tire Changes You may know the basics of changing a car tire, but when is the last time you actually completed this task? Before your road trip, take some time to practice…

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