The fall season is almost here and it’s almost time to hit the college campus. Graduating high school was a fantastic achievement, but your next goal is maneuvering through the great walls of higher education. Living in a dorm room is one of the milestones of any college student’s life. This living space is a unique one so you’ll want to prepare for it by packing the car with all the items that you’ll need. Follow this doom room essential checklist; it will help make your transition much easier. Clean the Room First Before you even step outside to the…
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We are getting close to the end of summer. This can only mean one thing; Back to School season is officially here! When we think of back to school preparation, the first thing that comes to mind is shopping for school supplies. However, it entails much more than that. One often overlooked aspect of back to school preparation is getting the car ready to kick off the school year. Here are some tips for getting your car in order before the new school year arrives. 1. Check your fluid levels A properly maintained car is safer and more dependable. One…
In the summer months, high temperatures and humidity can be uncomfortable for humans as well as animals. Temperatures can be even more extreme inside cars, so it’s important to take safety precautions for the well-being of your pets. If it’s 78 degrees outside, the temperature in a parked car can reach 100 degrees in just a few minutes. If it’s 90 degrees, the interior of a car can reach 109 degrees in 10 minutes. When left in the sun for longer, cars can even reach temperatures of 160 or more. If you see a dog in a hot car, record…
Buying a car is one of the most expensive purchases people make. Purchasing a new car has its perks including a manufacturer’s warrantee and the confidence of knowing that the car has not been in an accident or need any major repairs. However, you pay handsomely for that security. On average, a new car will lose 11% of its value the second you drive it off the lot and will lose 25% of its value after the first year. There is no doubt that you can save a significant amount of money by buying a used car, but there are…
The summer sun can be harsh, and most people know to protect their skin from it. There are steps that you can take to protect your car from the sun, as well. Of course, cars get hot sitting in the summer sun, but it’s surprising just how hot they can get. Car interiors can get to 140° F very quickly on a summer day, and dashboards can get over 180° F. Leaving windows cracked open doesn’t help much, because that doesn’t provide much ventilation. Auto exteriors can get remarkably hot, even reflective chrome trim. When you add in the damage…
When you are ready to sell or trade in your car, your main goal is to get the most you can for it. There are four areas you need to consider: how it looks inside and outside, how it works, and its service history. At this point there’s nothing much you can do about the service history that you haven’t already done. Hopefully you’ve been conscientious about having it serviced regularly, and keeping your receipts. If not, don’t worry. Just dig out what you have, and make a vow to be more careful with your new one. Showing prospective buyers…