This post was originally published on www.geico.com Quick: Your tire blows out—would you know how to change it? Knowing how to perform basic car maintenance goes beyond time and money when you’re in a jam. It can also help drivers foster a deeper connection with their ride—helping to assess when their car may be in …
This post was originally published on www.geico.com Hmm. Purr. Vroom. Modern engineering has made driving a car easier on the ears than ever. But there are some car noises you don’t want to hear, because they can signal trouble. Every once in a while, roll down the windows and start listening for “any sound that …
This post was originally published on www.geico.com Auto Care How To De-Ice Your Windshield Check out these quick and easy tips to safely de-ice your car windshield without damaging the vehicle. [ad_1]
This post was originally published on www.geico.com With gas prices fluctuating daily, drivers need to get the most out of every tank. And with simple fuel-saving tips, tricks and maintenance checks, you can learn to stretch your fill-up to the fullest. 1. Ditch The Clunker Fuel efficiency has improved as new, more efficient vehicles have …
This post was originally published on www.geico.com Your car isn’t just a car—depending on the day, it can be a dining room for a quick bite (while parked, of course), a place for the kids to catch up on the latest shows, a shuttle to your dog’s vet, you name it. And all that multitasking …
This post was originally published on www.geico.com With the push of a button, a sunroof brings the outside in—and can make your car feel more spacious. So it’s understandable that sunroofs are growing in popularity. The number of new vehicles sporting this bright feature has increased dramatically over the past few years, and market researchers …
This post was originally published on www.geico.com Your car’s air-conditioning system has one job—to keep you cool. But during a summer scorcher, it may seem like it’s barely up to the task. And even at those times, it’s eating up gas: The EPA estimates that using A/C in very hot conditions can reduce fuel economy …
This post was originally published on www.geico.com To many, even basic car maintenance can seem daunting. If you’ve ever taken a look under the hood of your car, it may seem like a complicated mess of hoses, wires, blocks and belts. While some vehicle maintenance should generally be left to the professionals, there are a few …
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This post was originally published on www.geico.com It happens to everyone: the dreaded flat tire. At best, it happens near home in a neighborhood without a ton of traffic. At worst, you’re on the side of a high-speed road, in bad weather, wearing your best outfit and you’re trying to make it to an appointment. …
This post was originally published on www.geico.com The alternator is perhaps the most underappreciated part of your car. The battery often gets all the credit for keeping the electricity running. But it’s the unheralded alternator that serves as the car’s generator, powering some of your vehicle’s most vital features—including the headlights, the heating and cooling …
