Do you have a vehicle that's started making strange noises? Are you wondering if the issue is something urgent or something that can be put off temporarily? In general, a car shouldn't be making any abnormal noises when you drive it around. Doing so is often an urgent matter, so it's a good idea to try to figure out what's wrong so that you can decide if your vehicle an appointment at your mechanic or if you should take it in immediately.
Read More
The first step in pursuing a career as an over-the-road truck driver is to obtain your commercial driving license (CDL). This license lets potential employers and law enforcement agencies know that you have the training and experience needed to operate a semi-truck safely.
With most of the nation's consumer goods being transported on major highways, the career outlook for commercial drivers is good. You can set yourself up for success by keeping the following tips in mind when obtaining your CDL.
Read More
Winter can be tough on your vehicle, which is why you want to make sure that you prepare your vehicle for winter weather and driving conditions. With winter weather right around the corner, here are a few ways to prepare your vehicle.
#1 Check All of Your Lights
One of the defining characteristics of winter is the darkness. It gets darker a lot earlier in the winter, and when it's overcast and stormy outside, it can be pretty dark as well.
Read More
The constant weight, pressure, and friction that your tires experience mean that as they wear down, they are increasingly at risk of springing a leak and becoming flat. This can be a serious safety concern since a sudden flat tire while driving can cause you to lose control of your vehicle and collide with another vehicle or some other obstacle. Fortunately, there are a few things that you can do to reduce the risk of your tires suddenly springing a flat.
Read More
Most light duty trucks that you see on the road have gasoline engines. However, just because most people make a certain choice does not make it the right choice for you. If you are thinking of buying a light duty truck, you may want to go with a diesel engine rather than a gas one. Diesel has a few advantages -- such as those that follow.
Better Fuel Mileage
Diesel trucks tend to get more miles per gallon than gasoline trucks.
Read More