Tips for Driving in the rain:

How do we deal with hydroplaning and low view distance? AAA offers these tips of advice: Go slowly. Slow down and increase following distances. Speed limits are set for ideal road conditions. When it rains, visibility is reduced and braking distances increase. Light up. Use low-beam headlights to help others see your car and increase your visibility. Remember Maryland law requires headlights to be on when windshield wipers are in use. Be careful of standing and running water. As little as six inches of water on a road can cause most drivers to lose control of their vehicle. Nearly half of all people who die in flash floods are in cars and...

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Tire Buying Tips

Understand Tire Basics Simply put, a tire is a flexible container of compressed air. This air container support the vehicle's load; propels a vehicle forward, backward and side-to-side; stops the vehicle; and cushions the load from road imperfections. Today's tires have between 19 and 25 different components. Tires are built from the inside out rather than the outside in. The heart of every tire is an inner liner. Its job is to give the tire shape and hold in air. Fabric belts are wrapped around the inner liner. The bead is fastened to the bottom of the fabric belts and holds the tire to the wheel. On top of the fabric belts are steel...

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2012 Relay For Life of Wharton County

The 2012 Relay For Life of Wharton County will be tomorrow, October 20th at 6:00 PM at Wharton Tiger Football Stadium.  Visit http://bit.ly/Qw8FFb   for more information....

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Fuel Consumption is Directly Related to Vehicle Care

“Many motorists don’t realize that fuel consumption is directly related to vehicle care and has a significant impact on how much you pay at the pump,” said Rich White, executive director, Car Care Council. “Gas prices can climb quickly, but the good news is that you can fight back. By properly maintaining your vehicle, you can improve your vehicle’s fuel economy and keep more money in your pocket.” In addition to vehicle maintenance, modifying driving habits, such as observing the speed limit and avoiding quick stops and starts, can also increase fuel efficiency. Consolidating trips, avoiding excessive idling and removing unnecessary items...

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The 2013 Dodge Dart

Unknown Reviewer: The 2013 Dart is a big hit, and until this weekend I didn't know why. It's not a luxury sedan, and if price is of not a concern you would probably purchase a $57,000 Cadillac or something of that nature. But one thing is for sure the 2013 Dart is a force to be reckoned with. For months I have been droning on and on about how I need to drive the 2013 Dodge Dart. It has sexy outward appearance, bears the oh so trusty dodge emblem, and is allegedly all things tech crammed into a neat tasty package. So I got my chance to drive both, a mid-package Focus and Dart. The Focus was certainly a smooth ride and the looks were everything...

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