he decision between a front-wheel-drive (FWD) and a rear-wheel-drive (RWD) will depend on what you expect in a vehicle. There are benefits and limitations to each. Two of the biggest considerations are the number of miles you plan on driving and under what conditions.
A RWD vehicle provides a durable suspension. Hitting a curb in one of these vehicles doesn’t phase it. RWDs are also known for better performance and handling.
Eventually, your engine's drive and timing belts will crack apart. No engineer has ever been able to make a belt that lasts forever. Coolant hoses have the same problem too. Eventually, they'll dry out and crack apart, which makes it important to get a regular inspect in order to ensure that you never have to suffer a roadside breakdown.
The next time you crank up your car before heading off to work, think about the last time you had your vehicle’s alternator looked at.
Without a properly functioning alternator, a vehicle will be unable to start as normal. Although the battery may retain enough power to turn on a car, it is completely reliant on the alternator for sustained replenishment of power when the car is in motion.
No matter what type of spare tire you have in your car, you need to make sure that it is in good condition for when you need it. Since both of types of spare tires are not used often, sometimes their care is neglected, and they aren't useful when the time comes.
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There are many drivers who have no idea what to do behind the wheel when they approach roadside workers, and as a result according to the National Traffic Incident Management Coalition, 200 of those workers will lose their lives this year. The reason for the huge number of fatalities can be pinpointed to a poll that was conducted by Mason Dixon Polling & Research.
Your car's headlights are its eyes that allow you to see and drive safely. Over time these headlights will accumulate dirt, become dingy, and collect some scratches. Do not wait until you need to act but rather exercise preventative maintenance. Regularly inspect your headlights.
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Part of preparing for that road trip is making sure your vehicle is in great shape for any situation. Here are a could things that you can do to ensure the safest possible trip.
Be sure that you schedule an engine oil change with us at Red Bluff Dodge Chrysler Jeep Ram in Red Bluff, CA, before you leave.
Inspect the spare tire and ensure that it has adequate air pressure.
Bring a small box of tools to make any repairs on the trip.
Leave a roll of duct tape in the trunk for any small emergency.
Keep a gallon…
With the price of gas rising and falling without notice, getting able to take control of your fuel budget means you have to do whatever it takes to keep the car running as efficiently as possible.
Luckily, below is a well put together a list of certain things you can do to your vehicle that will help to keep the car out of the garage and gas station too.
Bring the car to us at Red Bluff Dodge Chrysler Jeep Ram in Red Bluff, CA, for an engine oil charge every 3,000 miles.
Don't carry around excess weight…
