Anything Automotive & Tire

While any given car has about 30,000 parts, almost 80 percent of an automobile or pickup truck is recyclable, including the battery which can be fully recycled.

Well maintained cars are safer cars, so it’s important to make sure you change your oil on a regular basis. Regular inspections are also important to make sure that all the parts of your car (engine to tires) are working properly.

Do you know that certain atmospheric issues can also cause your tires to deteriorate over time? For example, extreme hot temperatures can cause the rubber in your tires to wear and tear, leading to failure ultimately.

Instead of just grabbing a container of oil off the shelf when you need to top it off in your car, look at the oil cap on the engine. It will tell you what grade and viscosity is needed for your vehicle.

Don't ignore warning lights when they come on. Your car is a piece of precision machinery and the lights are not a suggestion they're an imperative. Have the problem checked and taken care of immediately.

Did you know that it takes very little water on the road - only 1/12th of an inch - and a speed of 35mph for conditions to be right for hydroplaning? It's better not to use the cruise control under these conditions.

Vehicles today are very complex but, did you know that they're somewhat easier to fix? Thanks to onboard computers and specialized scanners, the car or truck can tell the mechanic exactly what's wrong so long, drawn out searches are effectively eliminated.

If your car's shocks are worn, they increase the stopping distance when you brake, as well as increasing the chances of skidding on wet surfaces. They also contribute to excessive tire wear and damage the suspension.

If you detect the odor of gasoline when driving your car, it could indicate problems with the fuel line, fuel filter, or the fuel injectors. If it's any of these, you'll also notice a change for the worse in performance and fuel economy.

Unfamiliar sounds emanating from your car mean it’s trying to tell you something. For example, a roar could be an exhaust system problem, or it could be the transmission is having difficulty shifting into a higher gear.

If you notice that your vehicle is tracking left or right when you let go of the wheel, chances are it's due for an alignment. Of course, this is something that can only be done at a professional garage as the job will require using a specialized alignment machine.

While there are some things that you can safely repair on your car, you will find that everything else will require professional attention. This is because most of a modern car's systems are incredibly complex and may require the use of special tools that only a commercial shop will have.

Have the cabin filter checked and changed regularly. Though its primary purpose is to keep the air inside the car clean, if it is old or clogged it can cause dirt to build up on your engine.