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Welcome to Traffic Stop, I DRIVE SAFELY's quarterly newsletter. Have you ever wondered what new driving safety laws were passed in your state, or how to squeeze those extra miles from the same old car, or what is happening in the world of driving? Traffic Stop is your resource for highlights on new regional traffic laws...read more
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Imagine this: you are filling up at your local gas station and you notice a fuel-efficient hybrid whiz right by you. Your head flashes back to the gas pump and you begin to imagine a million other ways you could be..read more
Jay Leno is well-known in automobile collecting circles internationally. He is passionate about collecting and restoring cars - especially antiques- and motorcycles. Leno's automobiles span from the early 1900's to the late 1960's... read more
Safety has always been an important concern when dealing with automobiles. A lot has happened in safety technology over the years... read more
More and more states are legislating new restrictions on cell phone use while driving. Distracted driving is a huge safety problem and it remains one of the most frequent causes of accidents each year....read more
Factoid
Avoid Hydroplaning:
Hydroplaning is when your front tires lose contact with the road and travel on a film of water. To avoid this, keep your tires inflated properly, drive at a lower speed, and avoid puddles. If you hydroplane, ease your foot off the gas and pump the brake gently until you've regained control. Brake normally if you have anti-lock brakes.
Maintenance Tip
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Listen to your car:
If car is making any of these noises it is trying to tell you something. Make sure you listen and correct the problem before it gets worse:
GROANING: Something's dry, probably a suspension component. If it's metal, it's going to break really soon. If it's rubber, try some silicone lube.
SIZZLING: Like the sound of bacon frying, this is usually only audible with the engine off. Oil may be leaking onto the exhaust manifold or a minor coolant seepage may be occurring.
WHIRRING: The sound made by happy mechanicals. It's one of the few noises you probably shouldn't worry about.
Source - http://www.autohausaz.com |
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