2015

Need A New Transmission? Learn About Your Options

Hearing that you need a new transmission is likely to strike a chord of fear in the hearts – and wallets – of nearly everyone. After all, replacing this vital component of your car will cost you at least $1,000 and could be as pricey as $3,000. Fortunately, you do have some money-saving options when it comes to the transmission you choose for your car. Remanufactured Transmission A remanufactured transmission is one that has been disassembled in a factory.

How To Tell If Your Car's Drive Shaft Is Starting To Fail

Many people who have drive shaft issues never know it. It's not until the problem becomes severe that they take their vehicles to the shop for a look. That's because among everyday drivers, the drive shaft is one of those vehicle components that doesn't commonly come up. Here's how to tell if your drive shaft is failing you. Shaking and Vibrating Vibration is one of the most common symptoms of a drive shaft issue.

Keeping Your Tires In Great Shape

Your vehicle's tires are one of the most important parts your car needs to be safe and efficient. If something happens to them, the rest of the vehicle is at risk for additional repair. Here are some maintenance tips you can use to keep your tires in good shape and avoid additional work on your vehicle in the process. Tire Pressure Keep your tires inflated to the recommended tire pressure as listed in your vehicle manual.

Want To Improve Your Car's Gas Mileage? Here Are 3 Tips That Can Help

If you own a car, you are probably always looking for ways to save money on gas. While you can't control oil prices, there are some things you can do so that you improve your gas mileage, no matter what gas prices are. Here are three things you can do to get better gas mileage. Drive Slower One of the things you can do for better gas mileage is to simply stop driving so fast.

Be Money-Wise: Simple Guide To Get A Great Auto Loan

Your car may be getting a little too old, and you are ready to purchase your new set of wheels. But you should first consider the following tips, especially if you want to make sure that you get the best deal on your car loan.  Find the Best Loan and The Two-Week Rule The first thing that you should know is that you need to avoid getting your car loan from the car dealership.

Vehicle Brake System: Why Brake Fluid Is So Important & The Cost For A Repair

Being able to control how fast you are driving is a vital part of a vehicle. It is important for you to make sure the hydraulic pump has a sufficient amount of brake fluid in it, as the fluid is how your brake system is able to function as it was designed to do. Find out why your vehicle has to have brake fluid and how much it will cost to repair the brake system when there is a problem.

4 Tips For Buying A Used Motorcycle

Are you currently in the market for a new motorcycle? If so, you can save some money and still find a great bike when you buy used. Many auto dealers (such as those from Duke City Harley-Davidson) offer a wide selection of used motorcycles, oftentimes that have barely been used. Motorcycles are often put through a vigorous inspection process, so you know you're getting a quality bike. Here are some tips to follow when buying a used motorcycle.

Pack Some Emergency Items In Your Motorhome

If you have purchased a Class B motorhome to travel in, you have a limited amount of space to store the items that you are bringing with you. Because inclement weather can occur at any time, taking some measures to ensure that you have necessities will be greatly appreciated if you find yourself in a situation that results in a power outage. Follow the tips below to be well-prepared for any situation that you are faced with.