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It's normal for all the warning lights on your dashboard to light up when you turn over your engine. It's when one of them stays lit that you may need to visit your mechanic. That's certainly the case when the warning signal in question is for your air bags. The alert on your dash can take several forms: an icon of a person in a seat belt facing a large circle, the words "air bag" or the initials "SRS" for supplemental restraint system. Whatever it looks like, it's your cue to visit your local auto repair shop. The air bag light being on means thes ... read more

You probably don’t give a second thought to what happens when you turn the key in the ignition – unless it doesn’t work, that is. The car battery, which is responsible for providing that initial spark to start up a vehicle, is often overlooked until something goes wrong. Care for it Drivers need to put in some effort to care for their car batteries. It starts with regular monitoring and maintenance – for instance, the batteries should be periodically checked to ensure they have enough power to last through a season. Extreme ... read more

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

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

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