What is a VIN Number
What Is A VIN? Most vehicle owners have had to reference their Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) at some point or another. Whether for the purpose of reporting insurance, registering a new car, requesting a vehicle history report or even as something as simple as registering for a parking pass; auto owners will inevitably encounter the long, confusing string of numbers and letters that comprise the VIN code. So what exactly is a VIN number? A VIN number is a set of alphanum
9 Ways to Ruin Your Paint Without Knowing It
Keeping your car looking good isn't just a matter of enhancing its resale value, although that's important too, it's also your car's only line of defense between the sheet metal and the elements. You already know parking lot dings, gravel roads or an angry ex can ruin your car's paint in the blink of an eye, but a lot of things out there can do just as much, if not more, harm to the exterior of your car. We contacted "Mothers" for advice on how to deal with common paint-damag
Four Symptoms of a Sick Cooling System
With the hot summer temperatures on the rise, knowing the symptoms of a sick cooling system are critical to your summer driving plans, since cooling system failure is a leading cause of vehicle breakdowns. The most noticeable symptoms are overheating, leaks, a sweet smell of antifreeze and repeatedly needing to add coolant, according to the Car Care Council. “Neglecting your cooling system can result in serious damage and even complete engine failure, which would put a sudden
Don't Wait for the Heat to Check A/C System
Keep Your Cool in Hot Summer Cars When it’s hot outside, one of the last places you want to be is sitting in traffic without a properly functioning air conditioning (A/C) system. To help avoid this uncomfortable situation, the Car Care Council recommends having your A/C system checked annually to make sure it is functioning at its peak performance level when the temperatures are soaring. “Making sure your A/C system is working properly will give you the peace of mind knowing
