A vehicle identification number is typically displayed in a car or truck at one or more locations. The VIN is a unique identifier with a built-in verification code for checking authenticity. Each character in this code indicates the make, model or specifications of a vehicle. A VIN is helpful for finding the right parts for…
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The Mounting Costs of Owning a Car in the UK
The United Kingdom ranks behind several other countries, such as Cuba, Brazil, China and Singapore, when it comes to the cost of buying a car. While this might seem like good news for British motorists, there are numerous other hidden costs that have to be taken into account if you are planning to become a…
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A ladies’ guide to tricking out your ride
Ready for a car that reflects your style and pizzazz instead of driving around in the “mom mobile” or the “wife’s errand wheels” – but buying another car is out of the question for a while? Ladies, if you can’t change your car, change how it looks … trick your ride! I’m speaking from experience….
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Keeping Your Children Safe in the Family Car
Each time your children rides in the family vehicle, do you feel as if they’re as safe as they can be? For millions of parents, the idea of keeping their child safe out on the roads can prove a little daunting at times. Remember, it may not be the actions of the parent behind the…
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The crucial signals that tell you it’s time to slam the brakes
We don’t need to highlight the importance of brakes – if there ever was an example of teaching to suck eggs we’ve probably found it. Despite their importance, a lot of drivers on the road aren’t overly familiar with how they work and ultimately, how they can go wrong. Considering how paramount they are to…
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Are the Family Vehicles Safe to Drive?
For many households, one is not the norm when it comes to how many vehicles are in the driveway or garage (perhaps on the street too). With many couples working these days, there are typically two vehicles for each household. If you throw in a teen in their later years or another individual or two…
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Extending the Life of Your Car with Proper Maintenance
After making an investment in a car, most owners have high hopes there car will last them for years to come. While there are unavoidable situations where a particular car is a lemon, in most cases, as long as the car is well cared for, it will last for many, many years. Taking the time…
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