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Car Care
October 3, 2016

Your Vehicle’s Glass

that promise to protect against
windshield dings that may be
caused by loose rocks on the
highway.
If you’re planning on giving your entire vehicle a good
cleaning, you should always
wash your windows last. Otherwise, soap residue is likely to
end up on your windows after
washing your vehicle’s body,
leaving unsightly marks that
can impact your sight lines
while driving.

Choosing the Right
Materials

The health of your vehicle’s
windshield is crucial to safe
driving. A damaged or dirty
windshield can greatly inhibit
your ability to visualize and
react to road conditions. Clean
windows can make a vehicle’s
overall appearance shine. The
best way to find out which
cleaning agent works the best
for you is to try several until

you’re satisfied with the results. days.
If you’re skeptical about
Simple Steps to Ensure
these additives, invest in a good
Clear Vision
set of wiper blades. Your local
There are many windshield- auto parts dealer can get you
enhancing options on the the right wipers for your vemarket today. It’s in your best hicle.
interest to take advantage of
One small ding on a windthis product diversity. Some of shield can turn into a big probthe most popular additives are lem if it is not corrected as soon
water-repelling agents that can as possible. Consider additives
enhance your vision on rainy

The trick to finding the right
glass-cleaning material that
works the best for you is to
experiment. Look for bottles
that boast “streak free.” If you
have tinted windows, opt for
ammonia-free cleaners. Over
time, ammonia can cause the
tint film to change colors and
become weak.
Use microfiber towels to
wipe down your glass. Set aside
a few towels that you will use
strictly for windows. Using
these towels to dry off a dirty
car will leave the chemicals
you used on your vehicle on the
glass, undoing your hard work
in the end.

Your Vehicle’s Tires

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Your tires do more than perpetuate your vehicle’s motion. Did you know that having proper
air pressure in your tires can benefit your fuel economy and elongate your tire’s lifespan?
According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, proper tire maintenance
can extend the life of your tires by 4,700 miles. Here are some tips that can help.
How to Properly Maintain
Tires

Tires should be rotated every 5,000
to 8,000 miles. Failing to rotate your
tires properly means risking uneven
wear. This will ultimately shorten the
lifespan of your tires.
Many of today’s vehicles feature a
tire pressure monitoring system. An indicator light will illuminate on your instrument cluster when a tire drops significantly below its recommended air
pressure. If your vehicle is not equipped
with these monitoring sensors, you can
purchase an inexpensive tire gauge to
regularly check your tire pressure manually. Just consult your owner’s manual
or the inside of your door-jamb to find
your vehicle’s proper tire psi.

Time to Replace Your Tires?

You know your tires are getting old,
but how can you know when you need
a replacement set? The most important
part of tire life is its tread. You can use
a simple, inexpensive tool called a tire
depth gauge to determine if your tires’

best days are behind them. NHTSA recommends replacing tires once the tread
is worn to 2/32 of an inch.
Your local dealership or tire shop can
tell you when you’re due for a new set.
Rather than just following the unique
code that is on the sidewall of your tire,
get a professional’s word on which tires
are meant for your vehicle. Don’t be
afraid to shop around for the best deal,
either. Sometimes you can score a buy
three, get one free deal.

Nitrogen or Air?

Is your tire’s valve-stem cap green?
That means it was originally filled almost entirely with nitrogen rather than
the standard mixture of nitrogen and
oxygen. A study administered by NHTSA shows that tires filled with nitrogen
were more likely to pass a road hazard
test than a traditionally filled tire. Nitrogen also is better at holding pressure in
drastic temperature changes.
Consult with your local tire shop to
see if nitrogen is right for your tires.

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