are your vehicle’s tires safe?

Posted on: 31 January 2022
Buying car tires is a daunting and demanding task. For example, you need to know tire codes and interpret them to avoid making mistakes. Unfortunately, visiting different tire dealers or navigating countless online shops can be frustrating, especially if you do not know the market on a practical level. This guide will show the steps you should follow to buy quality car tires. 1. Determine Whether You Need New Tires
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Posted on: 15 December 2021
If you're purchasing auto parts to install yourself, you typically have three options: the dealership, a local auto parts store, or the used market. You may wonder if it makes the most sense to buy directly from the dealership for new parts. After all, this option guarantees that you're purchasing right from the manufacturer, so doesn't it also mean getting the highest-quality components? However, the answer isn't quite so clear-cut. If you're not familiar with how the automotive parts industry works, you may be surprised to learn that your vehicle manufacturer doesn't necessarily produce most of its own parts.
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Posted on: 19 November 2021
Many manufacturers now include continuously variable transmissions (CVT) as an option or standard equipment on their cars. In some cases, manufacturers use these transmissions across their line-ups, leaving traditional automatics or manual transmissions only for high-powered sports cars. While CVTs aren't a new technology, their widespread use in the automotive industry is a new trend. As a result, many drivers don't know much about these transmissions, their reliability, or their maintenance needs.
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Posted on: 15 October 2021
If you drive an older Prius, you may occasionally run into several unusual problems related to the Toyota's unique design for your vehicle. Even if you're familiar with common automotive issues, some of these repairs may leave you scratching your head. Some potentially expensive problems center on the HV transaxle, MG1, and MG2. But what are these components, and why do they fail? As it turns out, all three are essential to the hybrid operation of the Prius engine and primarily responsible for its high efficiency.
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