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Consider the lowly glove compartment -- it actually goes back to the earliest horseless carriages of about 1900, when the little box was actually meant for gloves (as part of any motorist's smart motoring ensemble). There's not much room in there, so what do you keep in your glove box? Fast-food mustard packets? Maps (who uses those anymore)? The kids' report cards? Here's a quick rundown of important things and convenient things you might want to keep in there: Owner's manual: Self-explanatory. Insurance papers: You may have that info on an app for your smart phone, but you're better off with a paper backup, too. Emergency numbers: Just in case. You don't want people to have to guess at that kind of thing. Medical information: Again, you don't want anyone to have to guess at this. Things like blood types, allergies, medications and other important stuff, if God forbid you're ever in an accident and c ... read more

Consider the lowly glove compartment -- it actually goes back to the earliest horseless carriages of about 1900, when the little box was actually meant for gloves (as part of any motorist's smart motoring ensemble). There's not much room in there, so what do you keep in your glove box? Fast-food mustard packets? Maps (who uses those anymore)? The kids' report cards? Here's a quick rundown of important things and convenient things you might want to keep in there: Owner's manual: Self-explanatory. Insurance papers: You may have that info on an app for your smart phone, but you're better off with a paper backup, too. Emergency numbers: Just in case. You don't want people to have to guess at that kind of thing. Medical information: Again, you don't want anyone to have to guess at this. Things like blood types, allergies, medications and other important stuff, if God forbid you're ever in an accident and can't commu ... read more

You may not know it, but the Car Care Council sets aside two months a year to promote car care awareness: April and October are both Car Care Month! For drivers, Car Care Month is a useful reminder to check up on routine maintenance and upkeep items, as well as any chronic problems that might need to be addressed. Here are a few points: · Check the fluids: Motor oil level should be checked with every fill-up of fuel, and changed (using the proper grade) at manufacturer's recommended intervals. Brake, power steering, coolant, automatic transmission and windshield washer fluids all need to be topped off and checked regularly. Coolant and AF should be flushed and replaced at manufacturer's recommended intervals. · Belts and hoses: With every oil change, the condition of the hoses should be checked; a pressure test of the cooling system will quickly reveal a failing hose or ... read more

FAQ about 106 St Tire & Wheel's used tires...a price friendly way to a safer ride! Where do used tires come from? Take a look around after the carnage of the flooding, mud slides, tornados? Millions of dollars in ruined vehicles are scattered about like MatchBox cars...cars, trucks, vans and more all ruined because of damage from fallen trees, mud and flooding. When flood water gets inside your car, inside your engine and your interior everything is ruined. Flood water carries with it not only waste water but also street water containing spillage from leaking transmissions, oil leaks, antifreeze, over-flooding sewers, etc. Interiors are ruined and drying them does not solve the situation as they are stained with waste materials like oil, grease, etc and maybe worse. Most times, a vehicle recovered from a flood will have the engine ruined by dirt, sand, debris getting into the engine and exhaust. Between body and fender damage, interior damage and engine damage, mo ... read more

Gas prices are at least a little lower right now, but let's face it...we're all really at the mercy of the oil companies and whatever they decide to charge for a gallon of gas or diesel. And even though prices are down, comparatively speaking, right now, chances are they won't stay that way and gas is never going to be “cheap” again. The smart money is on fuel-efficient cars, but what are the most fuel-efficient models out there? Here's a quick rundown of the current top fuel savers: Two-Seaters: The Honda CR-Z is currently best in class, turning in a combined 37 mpg with its 1.5 liter 4 cylinder and automatic transmission. Minicompacts: Fiat 500, with combined 34 mpg and 1.4 L 4-cylinder and manual 5-speed transmission. Subcompacts: Look for the Scion iA, at 37 mpg with a 1.5 L 4-cylinder and automatic Compacts: Not surprisingly, the Toyota Prius c hybrid turns in a combined 50 mpg with a 1.5 L 4-cylinder ... read more