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Don't discount safe driving this summer
(NewsUSA) - Summertime brings longer days and ideal driving conditions to much of the United States. However, summer weather can also lull drivers into a false sense of security, according to data from a survey conducted by Michelin. Approximately two-thirds of the drivers surveyed (67 percent) reported feeling safer while driving during the summer; their top reasons were better weather (81 percent) and better road conditions (83 percent).
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Summer car care service advice
(NewsUSA) - It's summer, it's hot, and the traffic is stop and go. Chances are, a poorly performing cooling system -- the radiator, belts, hoses, engine coolant -- will fail under these harsh conditions. Low coolant level, a loose hose or a frayed belt can quickly become an inconvenient breakdown.
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A vacation for the ages: 7 off-roading tips
(BPT) - Summer's here and millions of folks are gearing up for the Great American Road Trip. Instead of hitting the highway, how about taking a sharp turn off-road instead? That's the suggestion of 79-years-young Jim Brightly, a still-active off-road and outdoor journalist who has a vast array of publications on his resume, including Four Wheeler, Truckin', Trailer Life and Field & Stream.
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Before summer fun, make sure your vehicle can handle the heat
If you ask anyone, whether it be your friends, your neighbors or your colleagues, all will tell you the best things about summer are the surf and the sun! For many of us, a day at the beach is like a mini-vacation, but if you're not prepared, your lovely day trip can turn into your worst nightmare! The team at Firestone Complete Auto Care would like to offer the following tips to get you ready for your summer beach trips:
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Get your car in shape for summer
The days are longer, the sun is stronger and beach season is here, but getting in shape for summer means more than hitting the gym. It is also important to keep your car in tip-top shape before you get on the highway for an early summer getaway. Firestone Complete Auto Care has the following tips to get your vehicle road-trip ready: Preparation
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Get ready to roll this spring by cleaning up the garage
As spring blooms and temperatures warm up, it's time to open up the windows and go outside. This means getting into your garage and dusting off the cobwebs from your lawnmower, wiping down your outdoor table and chairs, and getting your car primed to take you where you want to go this summer season.
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How much can you afford to spend on a car?
When buying a new car, the first thing many consider is how much they can afford to spend. These tips can help you determine how much you can afford to spend on a new car. Do you have a downpayment? Do you have money set aside for a downpayment on the vehicle? Or do you have a trade-in? This will help lower your monthly payments. ConsumerReports.com recommends that ideally, buyers should put 20 percent down on their new car to help minimize their overall cost of the loan.
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5 easy ways to relax and recharge on a boat this summer
(BPT) - Looking to get away from the daily grind this summer? The answer may be to leave your stress on land and take those summer plans on the water. Four in five Americans say being around water relaxes them, and 72 percent feel healthier after spending time on the water, according to a Discover Boating survey.
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