Cool Car Accessories

Windows Tint

Your vehicle gets a cool custom look, but window tint also blocks UV to prevent sunburn or worse, cuts glare for safer driving, and even reduces heat to keep you from sticking to your seat. If that’s not a cool summer accessory, then we don’t know what is.

Car Alarms and Vehicle Security

No matter where you leave your vehicle, you can make sure it’s safe with car alarm systems.

Bluetooth Accessories

Driving without a hands-free device can result in a hefty fine in many states. With Bluetooth accessories, you can drive safer, talk easier, and enjoy the open road.

GPS Upgrades

Summer is the perfect time for a road trip, but it’s not so much fun getting lost. With seamless in-dash GPS installation, you can forget suction cups and charger cords and just enjoy the ride.

Car Remotes and Remote Starters

We’ve all dreaded getting into a vehicle after it has been baking in a parking lot for a number of hours. With remote car starters, you can push a button and get the AC going before you have to sit in a sizzling driver’s seat.

One Useful Home Remedy To Clean and Restore Your Foggy Headlights

Toothpaste 
                              

• Use regular white or blue toothpaste to clean your headlights. Minty or whitening toothpastes have extra compounds that could actually damage your headlights.
  
                                   
  
• Use a dry soft microfiber cloth to apply the toothpaste in circular motions until the grime comes off on your headlights. Do not use paper towel or napkins as they can scratch the surface.
                                     
  
• Rinse with water and wipe your headlights with a wet cloth.
                                         
  
• Apply some headlights polishing cream or spray some sealant for an even shinier look.

National Parks For A Road Trip

                                                          

Redwood National Park

In this vast parkland of woodlands, rivers and miles of spectacular coastline, the Redwood National Park is full with fun of outdoor activities include horse riding and mountain biking along well-maintained trails.

                                    

Giant Forest of Sequoia National Park

The trees of the Giant Forest are among the largest trees in the world. With a height of 275 feet the General Sherman tree is the largest of them all. The tree is believed to be between 2,300 and 2,700 years old.

Top 3 Summer Destinations for a Road Trip

1. Pacific Coast Highway, California

Road tripping is a lot more fun with an ocean by your side. Don’t miss out on the Monterrey Bay Aquarium.

2. Glacier, National Park, Montana

Who wouldn’t love to stop by the St. Mary Lake which is ranked as the second largest in Glacier National Park.

3. Blue Ridge Parkway, Virginia and North Carolina

The Biltmore Estate in Asheville, NC which includes a 250-room mansion, is a must see as you drive along the Blue Ridge Parkway.   

3 Car Sounds that Could Mean Trouble

One of the worst moments is when you start your car in the morning and then suddenly hear a noise that never happened before. So what does this noise mean exactly? We’ve listed three common ones below and explain what you should do in each situation.

High-Pitched Squealing 

This could be an issue with your brakes, meaning they could be worn out. You may begin to hear this squeal noises every time you step on your brakes.

What to do: At minimum, check the brake pad thickness (or have a professional check for you). If they are worn down, change them. The longer you drive with worn brake pads, the more likely it is that there will be damage to the rotors.  

Mechanical Sound with Loose Steering

This one is a combo act. If you feel that the steering wheel has loosened up and at the same time you hear clicks in the front of your vehicle, it probably means you have worn joints. Most commonly, it will be either your tie rod ends or your upper and lower ball joints that have gone bad.
 

What to do: It’s very important that you take your vehicle to the mechanic right away if you notice these warning signs. It can be dangerous to drive with your car in this condition.

Mechanical, Knocking Sound When Turning 

This knocking, metallic noise can be heard coming from the front of your vehicle. If you hear it only when making turns, it often signifies that you have a worn or failing CV joint.
 

What to do: Take your vehicle to your mechanic and get the CV joints checked. Once again, this is another repair that needs to be taken care of sooner rather than later to prevent further damage and potential accidents. 

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A Complete Guide to Speed Limits

Before you hit the road, here's what you should know about speed limits. You may know your way around your hometown, but when it comes to traveling to other states, you are going to want to keep an eye on your speedometer.  Speed limits are unfortunately not the same everywhere. So how fast you are allowed to drive can vary widely across the country.  

A handful of jurisdictions maintain a respectable 55-mph limit on urban routes, while others keep theirs at 60, 65 or 70.  There are even a total of seven states that allow a head-spinning 75 mph on urban roadways, and on certain stretches of rural highways, it soars to 80 or even 85 mph. Unless otherwise posted, 55 mph is the default limit on two-lane rural roads in many states. 

In case you’re curious, below is a list of the slowest and fastest states for urban speed limit. Take a look! 

SLOWEST (55 mph)

• Alaska
• Arkansas
• Connecticut
• Delaware
• District of Columbia
• Illinois
• Indiana
• Iowa
• New Jersey
• Oregon
• Rhode Island
• Vermont
• West Virginia

FASTEST (75 mph)          

• Idaho
• Kansas
• Maine
• New Mexico
• North Dakota
• South Dakota
• Texas

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10 Thing You Should Check Before You Buy A Used Car

Choosing to purchase a used vehicle can be tricky. Whether you’re looking to buy from a dealership or a private owner it is important to take caution before you claim the vehicle. Many used cars may look great from the outside, but sometimes may not be a good as they seem. It is always recommended to get a second opinion on the condition of the vehicle you are looking to purchase. We highly recommend getting an inspection.

These are often called a pre-purchase inspection. Here is a list of the most common trouble spots that you should have your mechanic check for you.

1. Brakes – Transmission
2. Exhaust
3. Engine – Knocking & Compression
4. Oil
5. Radiatior - Hose
6. HVAC
7. Instrument Gauges
8. Lights
9. Suspension – Tires
10. Body – Dents - Rust

Along with getting your pre-purchase inspection, make sure that you are getting a clear history of the vehicle you are considering. Knowing whether your vehicle has been in an accident before would be something important to know.

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