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Halloween is one of the most anticipated times of the year for young children. To help keep trick-or-treaters as safe as possible, the Car Care Council reminds motorists to drive slowly, especially through neighborhoods, to be extra careful when entering or exiting driveways or alleyways, and to be car care aware by making sure their vehicle’s brakes, lights and wipers are working properly. 1. Brakes A vehicle’s brake system is the most critical safety item on a vehicle, but brakes wear out and eventually need replacement. Several factors that affect brake wear include driving ha ... read more

October is Fall Car Care Month, the perfect time to fall into a vehicle maintenance program and get your car ready for the challenges of harsh winter weather. “A thorough inspection of your vehicle during Fall Car Care Month will go a long way toward ensuring safety and dependability when temperatures drop and severe winter weather strikes,” said Rich White, executive director, Car Care Council. “A routine maintenance program also makes financial sense, extending useful vehicle life and helping avoid costly repairs down the road.” Whether you do it yourself or take yo ... read more

It’s here! The weather is getting chillier, the sun is setting earlier, and the leaves are beginning to turn. Football season has returned and coffee shops are offering pumpkin spice lattes. Fall has arrived! Though it is sad to bid summer goodbye, autumn is wonderful in its own way. Don’t forget that the changing weather and beautiful foliage can present risks to drivers, keep yourself safe on leafy roads and enjoy the season safely with these tips! Tires As the weather cools, your tire pressure can change and fall weather can leave you with low tire pressure ... read more

There are plenty of ways that people cope with sleepiness when embarking on cross-country road trips. A recent survey conducted by DME automotive found that some methods people use to wake up while driving don’t actually help fatigue. Especially in the case of young drivers, trying to find a quicker fix to combating sleepiness than actually resting may be dangerous.  ... read more

Whether changing the oil, replacing the wiper blades or checking the tires, finding the time to perform simple preventative vehicle maintenance is money in the bank, says the non-profit Car Care Council. According to research conducted by IMR Inc., one out of three consumers that put off routine vehicle maintenance do so because they cannot find a convenient time. In addition, millennials and those who own older vehicles are more likely to delay routine maintenance. “There is an old adage that if you take care of your car, your car ... read more