It’s dark. It’s raining. It’s cold. You just have to tick this last grocery shopping errand off the to-do list, and then you’re back on the road for a cozy weekend at home. You throw the wet bags in the back, jump in the driver’s seat, turn the ignition key, and nothing happens. With cold […]
Month: December 2024
What You Need to Know About Strut Replacement
No one loves having to fix something on their car. Most of the time, a repair just elicits feelings of despair and stress, wondering whether or not the needed repair is really that serious and if it’s going to break the bank. If you’ve noticed that your vehicle is starting to feel a bit bouncy […]
Your Guide to Towing With a Winch: From Operating Basics to Safety Tips
So, you recently bought a truck or an SUV with a winch, or installed a winch or your vehicle; now what? A winch is an incredibly versatile tool that can help you explore more technical terrain confidently. Why? The winch mounted on your bumper can help get you or another vehicle out of a dicey […]
What Is Traction Control?
Since 2012, all new cars sold in the US have been required to have a traction control system (TCS). First developed in the early 1970s, traction control was introduced to help prevent “wheel spin” due to loss of grip. Multiple studies have confirmed the effectiveness of traction control in reducing accidents. Not surprisingly, the technology […]