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Just as ignoring minor health symptoms can lead to a serious illness, ignoring the strange sounds and smells your car has been making can lead to a complete mechanical breakdown or a serious accident. Here are some signs that you should bring your vehicle to a mechanic.
As many as 400 traffic deaths each year are caused by tire failures, the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) estimates. Fortunately, a monthly tire check can help you pick up on the warning signs before a blowout or tread separation.
During the summer, we rely on air conditioning, swimming pools and comfortable clothing to stay cool. But what about our cars? Heat waves take a toll on them, too. Here are some tips for getting your car through the summer.
Maybe your car got totaled in an accident, and you need to find a reputable body shop ASAP. Or maybe you simply need a tune-up. Given the potential expense involved, you’ll want to know you’re getting your money’s worth. So how do you know you can trust your mechanic?
Road trips are a time-honored vacation tradition for many families. If you’ll be hitting the highway this summer, it pays to prepare. Although you can’t foresee every emergency, taking some precautions with your vehicle and getting to know your auto insurance policy should help ensure that your journey will be an adventure instead of a disaster.
You’re at the car wash when a salesperson from XYZ AutoGlass approaches, shows you a nick in your windshield and explains how his company can fix it. The service won’t cost a dime because your insurance will cover it. He even has free food or movie vouchers to thank you for your business.
Drive away as fast (and safely) as you can. You may be the target of a windshield scam artist. Read the rest of this entry »
Mechanical breakdown insurance (MBI) is a form of auto insurance designed to cover auto repairs once your vehicle’s factory warranty expires. This type of policy can be purchased through an insurance company or agent and either is included in your current auto insurance policy or paid for separately.
Like most types of insurance policies, the typical MBI policy requires a deductible (GEICO’s MBI, for example, has a $250 deductible) and then covers the entire cost of repair up to your policy limits. Read the rest of this entry »
