Automotive
Be Prepared When the Rubber Meets the Snow
(NewsUSA) – Millions of motorists will be taking to the
highways and byways for holiday travel, so the experts at the nonprofit National Institute for
Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) remind drivers to have their vehicle checked out before heading
out. "Breakdowns in winter conditions can be especially dangerous," notes Martin Lawson, ASE's
editorial director.
The following tips from ASE will [...]
Don't Let Holiday Pressure Get to Your Tires
(NewsUSA) – The holidays are hectic. Working, attending family
parties, overindulging on holiday goodies and shopping for that perfect gift can be stressful.
Although the holidays are busy, they're not the time to forget about regular tire maintenance.
Firestone Complete Auto Care recommends the following tire maintenance tips to help you and
your family reduce stress and stay [...]
A Winter Checklist For Drivers
(NewsUSA) – As the temperature drops, car batteries produce
less power, belts and hoses become more brittle, tires lose air pressure and engine oil thickens.
In a few words, winter is tough on vehicles.
"Marginally operating systems can fail outright in extreme weather," notes Martin Lawson,
editorial director for the National Institute for Automotive Service Excellence (ASE). [...]
New LED Worklight Offers Greater Versatility
(NewsUSA) – There's a leak in your plumbing, and you need to
fix it. So you fumble under the sink, trying to hold a flashlight in one hand and a tool in
another. You need both hands free, so you put the flashlight down. It promptly rolls, leaving you
unable to see what you're doing.
Sound familiar? Anyone who [...]
A New Year's Resolution For Your Car
(NewsUSA) – Getting more organized is a common New Year's
Resolution — whether it's a harried taxpayer's pledge to be a better record keeper or a pack rat's
promise to de-clutter. "Getting organized works wonders for the family car," notes Martin Lawson,
editorial director for the National Institute for Automotive Service Excellence (ASE). "The money
saved from approaching your [...]
Cold Weather's Coming…Is Your Car Ready?
(NewsUSA) – Pretty soon, the frost will be on the pumpkin and
that should signal it's time to start thinking about getting your vehicle ready for the colder
weather ahead.
Here are some fall car care tips from the experts at the National Institute for Automotive
Service Excellence (ASE), who warn motorists that winter is a dangerous time [...]
New Magnesium Wheels Race to U.S. Market
(NewsUSA) – Automotive enthusiasts can now upgrade their
vehicles with high-performance, forged magnesium wheels adapted from Formula One racing designs.
Magnesium.com recently announced the introduction of one-piece, forged magnesium wheels for
street use in North America. The wheels are 20 percent to 30 percent lighter than forged aluminum
and offer increased safety and performance.
"The U.S. wheel market [...]
As the Seasons Change, So Should Motor Oil
(NewsUSA) – As the weather starts to get cooler, it may be
time to think about changing your vehicle's motor oil.
Most automotive service providers recommend getting an oil and oil filter change every
three months or 3,000 miles, or as directed in the vehicle's owner's manual. Although getting
regular oil changes can seem like a hassle, they go [...]
Motorists Benefit From Certified Auto Technicians
(NewsUSA) – Consumers are keeping their cars longer in these
tough economic times, and that means scheduling maintenance and repairs. But how can drivers ensure
quality work on their vehicles? Motorists can find professional auto technicians by looking for
national standards and qualifications.
The National Institute for Automotive Service Excellence, better known as ASE,
conducts the only industry-wide, national testing [...]
GPS and the Road to Greater Savings
(NewsUSA) – Unwilling to ask for directions? Prepare to pay
the price in gas and wear and tear on your vehicle.
Your efficiency behind the wheel can affect your bank account. If you get lost too
often, you'll waste gas while putting unnecessary miles on your automobile. And in a down economy,
when every penny counts, few Americans can [...]
