Heated seats are often thought of as a luxury item and are most often included in high-end cars. The actual technology behind heated seats, however, is no different than that used in electric blankets, hair dryers, water heaters and anything else that uses electricity to produce heat.
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What are winter wiper blades? Why would you consider swapping in a different set of wiper blades once the snow starts to fall and the cold weather sets in? Is it really necessary, or merely optional, from a safety standpoint? Let's take a closer look.
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From corrosive road salt to slick roads, winter creates many challenges for drivers. Making sure your tires are properly inflated is an important part of getting the best performance out of your vehicle – especially during the winter months. Here's everything you need to know about keeping your tires aired up in extreme winter weather.
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Once winter rolls around, it seems impossible to keep your car clean for longer than a few hours; the cold weather is harsh on our cars, especially in snowy conditions. While you don't have to wash your car every day, it is important for your car's maintenance keep up with regular washes during the winter. Here are a few reasons to keep your car clean this winter.
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It's winter and there's probably no more hazardous season than this one. Not all of us know what to do if you get trapped during a snowstorm. Imagine you get stuck in a white out snowstorm and can't drive any further, do you know how to survive being stuck in your car during a snowstorm in the Northern Illinois winter?
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If you're in a hurry and just want an answer to the above question, it's no. You no longer need to warm up your car in winter — for your car's sake — unless it's old enough to have a carburetor (and that's unlikely unless it's at least 30 years old), or it's electric or a plug-in hybrid. Wait, electric? To find out why this is true for a conventional car, or want more details on why you should warm…
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There is a lot of high technology in your car tires that can be tuned from tire to tire to make them perform according to the intended vehicle type, road condition, driving style and most importantly, temperature. The main difference between winter tires and all-season tires is not something you can see.
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The three key elements to safe winter driving are: Stay alert, Slow down, and Stay in control. Learn the importance of good tires and how to pay attention to road conditions. Know safe-driving tips that will help you when roads are slick with ice or snow.
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Your alternator plays a critical role by keeping your car's battery charged, but can also be notorious as the top reason car batteries die. On average, a car's alternator lasts about seven years or around 150,000 miles. But how does an alternator work and what you are some signs that it may be malfunctioning?
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Most car batteries will last three to five years, but multiple factors can reduce their lifespan. Here are five ways to boost your car battery's longevity. Extending the life of your car battery comes down to proper care.
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