To keep your automatic transmission in good working order and prevent costly repairs it is important to change the automatic transmission fluid (ATF) periodically. However, in many transmissions, there is no drain plug on the torque converter, which holds much of the fluid, so it cannot be completely drained to remove all the old fluid. This is all the more ... Read More »
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Valence Batteries Launched in 3 New Segway Products
AUSTIN, Texas–(BUSINESS WIRE)–March 1, 2005–Valence Technology, Inc. (NASDAQ:VLNC), a leader in the development and commercialization of Saphion(R) technology, the only safe large format Lithium-ion rechargeable battery technology, today announced that its lithium-ion batteries were introduced on Segway LLC’s new 2005 products. Valence’s Saphion(R) technology doubles the range of the Segway(R) Human Transporter (HT) flagship model and was designed to be ... Read More »
Chrysler Group Recalls Dodge Durangos, Dakotas to Replace Ball Joints
Company will replace front suspension upper ball joints on approximately 600,000 2000-2003.5 MY Dodge Durango 4x4 SUVs and Dodge Dakota Pickups * An additional 400,000 4x2 SUVs and Pickups in the same model years to be covered with extended 10 year/100,000 mile warranty Read More »
Winter and Windshields
Poor visibility is the cause of many wintertime accidents. Here are few tips on how to Better assure you can see and be seen during the more limited visibility conditions that come with winter. Also, there are couple of things to increase the chances that you windshield will make it through the winter without damage. Inspect your windshield wiper blades ... Read More »
This Halloween – Change Your Clocks, Change Your Wiper Blades
It's time to change your wiper blades in preparation for winter storms. Read More »
Protect Exteriors and Interiors from Ravages of Winter
Winter is coming and many drivers again are going to have to contend with snow, slush, mud, grime and, worse, road salt. Read More »
Preparing Cars for Winter
The most common vehicle deficiencies found during a winter car care inspection include weak batteries, worn or damaged wiper blades, clogged air filters, low washer fluid, dirty or low motor oil, and low anti-freeze levels. Read More »
Efforts to Extend Life of Automobile Helps to Make High Mileage Oil Products Popular with American Consumers
More and more consumers are hoping to keep older vehicles running smoothly and many have a maintenance routine that includes the use of motor oil specially formulated for vehicles with high mileage, according to recent data from The NPD Group's Aftermarket Industry Monitor. Read More »
Refillable Spray Cans
Is your garage or workshop filled with aerosol cans of lubricants, cleaners, degreasers, and so forth. How about replacing them with more environmentally friendly and economical refillable spray cans? Read More »
10 Tune-Up Tips for Fall, Winter Driving
As you shift into gear for fall and winter driving, here are 10 car-care tips to keep your engine humming and vehicle performance high, as the temperatures drop. Read More »
