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The Importance of Replacing the Air Filters in Your Car (Part 3)NOTE: This is part 3 of 106St Tire & Wheel's series on air filters in your vehicle. Click here for part 1. Click here for part 2. Below are various benefits to replacing your car filter according to different manufacturers. 1. Avoiding premature wear and tear of your car engine This simple yet important piece of equipment is made to trap debris and dirt before it enters your car engine. Keeping out dirt, debris, and other substances will protect the inner parts of the engine such as include pistons and cylinders from damage. Even the smallest particles can cause serious damage and can be very costly to repair. These small particles can also shorten the life of your engine. 2. A cost effec ... 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 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

Are pricey windshield wiper replacements better than cheap ones? Like anything else, prices of windshield wiper replacements vary by size, style, quality, brand, etc. Are there suggested styles and types that can service you better? There are 3 basic types of windshield wipers:1: frame type:this is the most common type and it uses metal framework to support the wiper. This is the most widely used and most affordable style of wiper. 2: winter wiper:this type has a rubber shell around the framework to keep it from collecting ice and snow. This would, of course, hinder the wiper mechanism's flexibility and ability to bend to the shape of your windshield. Some manufacturers of winter wipers claim they utilize special compounds that keep the wiper blades pliable even in the coldest temperatures. 3: beam-style wipers:these are designed in a one-piece that allows the blades to better adhere to the curved shape of the windsh ... read more

Professional tips for do-it-yourselfers! Part I Caution: please spot test all products used on exterior and interior of your car. These days, many products are imported and you may be tempted to use them because of price factors and company claims. However, a spot test (use a spot that is hidden somewhere and not the middle of your hood or truck, the back of seats, somewhere that is not noticeable, please?) prevents ruining your paint job and surfaces.Does you car have perforated areas? Is there stitching in your upholstery? Use great caution about NOT getting water, cleanser or conditioner into the holes left by stitches in your leather, sewing puts holes in whatever is stitched. Always check with your owner's manual for manufacturer's suggestions before you clean or apply any products. Usually, there is specific advice on how to properly care for the leather upholstery, as well as products to avoid. Google your make, model and year along with the w ... read more