A clogged and dirty fuel system does not exactly contribute to better mileage. When you clean your fuel injectors and things don't seem to improve, a more ominous problem may be present. The fuel pump could be ready to go out. Be on top of the signs of a worn fuel pump so you can get the part replaced quickly.
With a failing fuel pump, engines have a tendency to sputter and lose power at high speeds or when going uphill. Experiencing engine issues when driving on the highway is nothing to ignore. Be mindful of your engine's…
There was a time when keeping your vehicle's tires at their optimal air pressure was a matter of getting out and using a tire pressure gauge to check them. Today's technology has made the process much easier with tire pressure monitoring systems.
Tire pressure is important for a couple reasons. The first reason is that keeping your tires at their optimal pressure will ensure that they wear evenly as you drive and last as long as possible. A second reason is that tires that are under inflated will rob your vehicle of some of its fuel economy because…
If you've always owned brand new vehicles, maybe you haven't needed to replace one yet, but if your vehicle is on 60,000 miles or more, it might be time to replace your timing belt. You see, your timing belt is made of rubber. It also runs at high speed that allows your camshaft and crankshaft to open and close the pistons and valves in synchrony.
So how do you know when it's time to replace your timing belt? Look at your owner's manual to get a rough estimate of when it will need to be…
Taking time to understand tire markings can help to keep you safe on the road! For instance, tires are specifically manufactured for different load indexes. The two-digit number listed on the tire correlates to the safest capacity in pounds and kilograms. The number is directly located before the speed rating of the tire which is equally as important to your safety.
The speed rating will indicate the maximum speed that the tire is manufactured to handle safely. The range can be from 75 mph to 186 mph. The tread width and wheel diameter markings help in the tire selection for…
Did you know there is low in a place that protects emergency personnel operation on the side of the road? Many do not, and every year numerous emergency responders lose their lives because motorists fail to adhere to these laws.
Move Over laws protects tow truck drivers in all 50 states. Let’s help keep our drivers safe. #SDMO pic.twitter.com/KgZY2p83H8
— AAA (@AAAauto) July 12, 2017
Move over laws require motorists to change lanes whenever they see the flashing lights of emergency vehicles on the side of the road. We have all passed someone time or another.