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New Report Highlights Dangers of Red-Light Running

In 2013, there were more than 30,000 fatal motor vehicle accidents in the U.S. alone, according to the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety. For that year, the national motor vehicle crash death rate was 10.3 deaths per 100,000 people. On-the-road safety is incredibly important. From minor fender-benders requiring a trip to the nearest auto repair shop to serious accidents, no driver wants to end up in a crash. However, it's our own driving behavior ... read more

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Top Signs Your Brakes Are Giving Out

Brakes are a vital safety feature of any vehicle, and getting acquainted with your brake system should be a priority. “The braking system on your vehicle is critical in keeping you and your passengers alive and well and your vehicle out of the body shop,” says James Solomon, Defensive Driving Courses program development and training director with the National Safety Council. Protect yourself by knowing the warning signs of brake damage or failure—and knowing how to react. Possible Causes Brake damage or failure can be c ... read more

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Are You a Severe Driver?

Things change, including the way we use our cars, how we drive them and the condition of our roads. Although normal driving is defined as steady driving in non-extreme weather or environments, for most motorists today, being a severe driver is more the rule than the exception, says the Car Care Council. According to the council’s Car Care Guide, severe driving refers to:  - Stop-and-go traffic  - Short commutes  - Heavier loads: car ... read more

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Four Easy Ways to Go Green with Your Car

Looking for ways to become more environmentally friendly with your car? Motorists can help protect the environment by following four simple steps from the non-profit Car Care Council. 1. Follow a vehicle service scheduleincluding steps like checking engine performance, keeping tires properly inflated, replacing air filters regularly, changing oil regularly and checking your gas cap. Routine maintenance helps reduce emissions and fuel consumption, saving money at the pump ... read more

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3 Warning Signs of a Bad Muffler

While proactive vehicle maintenance is always a plus, there are few components where this is more true than with your muffler. Waiting too long to get your muffler serviced will mean costly repair bills, and often a small problem will easily turn into a much larger one. However, few drivers actively ignore a muffler issue. More likely, it's just hard to tell that something is wrong under your car. To ensure you know exactly when you should come in to your nearest auto repair shop, here are three of the biggest warning signs of a muffler problem: 1. Lou ... read more

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