For most of us, our daily driver is a respite from the grind. Ford Motor Co. sees it as a mobile health-care hub. In a research and innovation forum on Wednesday, Ford announced its intentions to use Bluetooth, mobile apps and Sync connectivity to help drivers manage their health while on the go. “The car
Summer Auto Maintenance Checklist
You’ve got your suntan lotion, a giant cooler and three cheap novels — you’re ready for a summer road trip. You may be prepared, but are you up to date on your summer auto maintenance? Sure, auto maintenance is the last thing on your mind, but it’ll jump to the front pretty quickly if
Car Driving Tips
Drive to save fuel Whether you drive occasionally or everyday, you can decrease the amount of fuel you use by taking the steps described below: Driving Skills The driving technique of the person behind the wheel is the single most important factor in determining the fuel economy of a particular car. A economy-conscious driver can
Top 10 Fuel Saving for Car Tips
Whether you drive a two-seat hybrid or a three-ton SUV, chances are you can squeeze a bit more distance out of each gallon of fuel — and at today’s gas prices, an improvement of just one or two miles per gallon (MPG) can really add up. These ten fuel saving tips have served me well
How to wash your car like the pros
Use microfiber detail towels to remove any excess water. Open the trunk, hood and doors and use a microfiber towel to wipe out the doorjambs and other hidden areas; otherwise water will drip out and leave spots.
Tire Treads: The Highest and Best Use for a Worn Tire
Although they may look round and black, retreaded tires are one of the greenest, environmentally friendly products a fleet can buy. Retreaded tires have one of the highest post-consumer contents of all recycled products, and are responsible for saving North Americans more than 400 million gallons of oil every year. Most people don’t know that
Chrysler Engines to Get Fiat MultiAir Technology
Nobody ever objected to more horsepower or more miles per gallon. So how about both? It’s an offer you can’t refuse, especially if you’re Chrysler. A senior Fiat powertrain exec confirmed to Motor Trend that the Italian automaker’s clever MultiAir valve-control tech will be fitted to Chrysler’s four- and V-6 engine families, and soon.
Texting While Driving: Targeted for Extinction
Of all the distractions ensnaring drivers, texting is the one that’s raising the greatest ire among safety researchers, industry critics, auto companies and federal and state regulators. Texting is taking lives, and that’s provoking national outrage and promulgating new laws and safety campaigns. Oprah Winfrey went to the emotional heart of the issue with the
How To Buy A Used Car & Avoid Scams
2.5 million cars are wrecked annually and 1 million end up back on the road. Our 6 step road map to buying your used car, haggling with tough sellers and avoiding scams. Best used car advice on the net Used car classifieds sites such as Cars.com, UsedCars.com, CarsDirect.com and Car.com. How to finance used cars
How to estimate car’s mileage
“What is my car’s mileage?” is a question that every car owner has on the brain, regardless of financial status or number of cars owned. When it comes to a car’s mileage, the owner is curious. Estimating your car’s mileage/fuel economy is simple if you know how to go about it. Even if you really