Automakers have been quietly eliminating one pretty heavy piece of equipment from cars in an attempt to make cars lighter and more fuel efficient. But a lot of consumers don’t know it’s gone until they’re stranded on the side of the road, wondering where their spare tire went. Over the past few years, several automakers have removed spare tires from […]
Consumer Reports Oct 4, 2007 5:45 PM Filling tires with nitrogen rather than air is becoming a common practice in the replacement tire market. This service offers tire dealers another avenue for making money while also promoting safety. The claimed safety benefits often include the potential for reducing air loss compared to an air-filled tire. Maintaining proper inflation can help […]
Thanks to increasingly sophisticated telematics systems, today’s drivers have more information at their fingertips than ever before. But as a result, they may also be more distracted behind the wheel than ever before. The tension between combating driver distraction and turning the automobile into “the ultimate mobile device” filled the Telematics Update Detroit 2011 conference held in Novi, Mich., last […]
Overall a decent article, however our experience leads us to disagree with #1… by Jerry Edgerton Tuesday, June 7, 2011 http://finance.yahoo.com/family-home/article/112858/car-maintenance-overspending-moneywatch?mod=family-autos#mwpphu-container With gas bills putting a crimp in your budget, you don’t want to be wasting money on other car expenses. But many car owners do just that — either spending more than needed on maintenance or putting off work […]
Bethesda, MD – May 23, 2011 – With millions of people planning to hit the road this summer, two things will be on their minds – getting to their destination safely and the high price of gas. The Car Care Council recommends a pre-trip vehicle inspection to make sure your vehicle is safe for travel and running efficiently. “To avoid […]
Archer's Action Auto is a Myrtle Beach auto repair shop located between the city of Conway and the city of Myrtle Beach. With highly qualified mechanics and technicians, Archer's Action Auto handles oil changes, car repairs, tire rotation, engine swaps, transmission work, wiper blades, brakes tune-ups, cooling systems, check engine lights, timing belts, headlight and taillight replacement, suspension, differentials, air conditioning, heating, wheel alignment, and sells tires. Archer's Action Auto has been in business for over 40 years.