If you're familiar with the penny test, then you're probably familiar with the idea that you should replace your tires once the tread is no longer at least 1/16 of an inch deep. This depth provides a good rule of thumb, but an often overlooked aspect of the penny test is that you should check your tires at multiple locations. Many drivers check once, find the tread acceptable at a single spot, and assume that their tires are perfectly fine for at least several thousand miles more.
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Having a car in need of repair can be very costly when it comes to your personal time. You cannot guarantee just how long your car will need to be worked on, nor can you guarantee when replacement parts will come in. However, there are ways you can help speed the process of getting your car in and out of the shop sooner. Use this guide to help get your car in and out of the shop more quickly, which can help you get on with your life.
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If something is wrong with your tire, you may have a lot of questions. After all, tires can be complicated if you don't have experience fixing them. In fact, you may not even realize that your tire is repairable at all. The answers to these questions will help you determine your next steps.
Is Your Tire Repairable?
Not all tires can be repaired. Those tires that can be repaired include those with punctures within certain areas.
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When you are sweating and suffering in traffic because your AC is not working, you want to troubleshoot the problem to get it fixed. Sometimes, the problem may be as simple as your car just needing to be serviced, and the air filters changed. There are other problems that may need to be dealt with too, such as charging the coolant and repairing leaks. The following tips will help you troubleshoot your car's AC problems so that you can get them repaired and end your suffering in traffic:
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If you're in the market for a used vehicle, then you're probably considering a pre-purchase inspection. The purpose of these inspections is to help provide peace of mind when making an expensive purchase. Often, pre-purchase inspections can turn up major issues with a vehicle, as well as uncover evidence of incomplete or poorly executed bodywork. Pre-purchase inspections can save you thousands or even tens of thousands of dollars, but what about post-purchase (or post-sale) inspections?
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