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Tips & Tricks to Strap Stuff to Your Car's Roof
Whether you’re packing some extra stuff for your vacation, or you're moving house, strapping stuff to your car’s roof is a great idea. Doing so can save you plenty of space inside of your car, and make the time you spend on the road more enjoyable. However, the last thing you want to do is cause a car accident by not strapping these things carefully enough. That said, let’s take a closer look at a couple of tips and tricks to strap stuff to your car’s roof.
By Isla Wright7 years ago in Wheel
The 4 Best Used Cars to Buy in 2019
One of the best ways to save money on your next car purchase is to go for a used vehicle. Why? Well, mostly because cars are one of the assets that get hit the most severely by depreciation. This means that in a year or two, regardless of the state of the vehicle, a car will drop to merely a fraction of the original price. This even goes for cars that are in a pristine condition, as well as those that were barely driven by their previous owners. With that in mind and without further ado, here are four cars that definitely belong on this list.
By Marie Nieves7 years ago in Wheel
Crossover SUVs - The Family Car of the 21st Century
According to Wikipedia, as of 2006, more than half of SUVs sold in the United States of America have been of the “crossover” variety. A crossover SUV, also sometimes referred to as simply a “crossover” or occasionally shortened to a “CUV,” is typically a cross between a sedan and a truck-based sport utility vehicle, or SUV. Most often, crossover SUVs are modeled after the body type of a truck-based SUV with the chassis or unibody construction of a sedan. This design generally makes for a significantly more comfortable interior when compared to their truck-based SUV counterparts, however crossovers are known to have less off road capabilities and in many cases are not manufactured with an option for all wheel drive.
By Sasha McGregor7 years ago in Wheel
5 Ways to Get Paid for Driving
Driving is a necessary event that we either look forward to doing or can sometimes be a headache. However, we shouldn’t take it for granted. Driving is how we get from point “A” to point “B,” and if it’s needed, point “C.” Surprisingly, there are people who find driving to be relaxing and do it on a daily basis. Why, do you ask? It’s because they are getting paid for it. It does not matter how much traffic they are in, the only thing that matters is that they get their passengers or products where they need to go. These are five different jobs that not only require driving, but also pay well.
By Sasha McGregor7 years ago in Wheel
Do You Wish to Own a Vintage Motorcycle? Then This Checklist Is All You Need
Owning a vintage motorcycle sounds like a dream, but it requires a lot of care, maintenance and hard work on your part. If you are looking to purchase a vintage motorcycle, then you may want to take a close look at the checklist provided below. This checklist is geared for beginners and it should enable you to discover more about vintage motorcycles and how to take better care of them as well. So check it out:
By Natalie Ige7 years ago in Wheel
Five of the Best First Time Cars for Your Teenager
When teenagers get to a certain age, one rite of passage that they look forward to is being able to drive. Not only is it the most exciting time in their lives, but also it’s about the type of car that they can get. Teens don’t want to be seen in a struggle buggy, but they do want to be grateful whatever their parents are able to give them. If they have a part-time job that they work after school it might be wise to chip in a few bucks so that they can drive something nicer. Otherwise, their parents will have to find a car that safe and reliable for them to drive that’s not going to give them a lot of problems. There are so many different makes and models, they will have to sit down and see what’s in the budget and figure how to get them their first car. If it’s possible to pay straight cash without doing a monthly payment, then that is what will go for. So what are the top five cars to look at?
By Sasha McGregor7 years ago in Wheel
The Martyni 23
Of the 130 plus cars that rocked up to the Burley Village Show in August 2019, one became the centre of attention. Visitors stopped, looked, read the details, admired, dreamt of what might have been if they owned something similar, and chatted with the enthusiastic and affable owner.
By Alan Russell7 years ago in Wheel
Electric Car Diaries Volume 1: Range Anxiety
One morning over hot coffee, I hopped on the VW website to look at the Golf Alltrack. My parents suggested it because it would be perfect for transporting two big dogs. It would also be great for Canadian winters. On the home page of the VW site at the time was a giant banner showing an e-Golf. It was a complete surprise that VW is selling an all-electric car. I clicked on the link and fell in love. One thing led to another. Within a couple of weeks, we test drove one at the Guelph VW dealership and ordered mine the same day.
By Carolyn Gunn7 years ago in Wheel
That Dreaded Check Engine Light
When the check engine light comes on in your vehicle, it might scare you, but there is no need to panic. You might be worried that something harmful might happen to your car before you can take it to a mechanic. You might also be worried that it will cost you an arm and a leg to get the problem fixed.
By Margaret Minnicks7 years ago in Wheel
2 Major Benefits of Using Centerless Grinding for Your Automotive Components
Automotive component manufacturers make heavy use of centerless grinding for machining their parts. While centerless grinding does come with numerous benefits for component manufacturers, exceptional grinding services are difficult to come by. It’s important to choose the right professional to oversee your projects!
By aliceh campbel7 years ago in Wheel
A Guide to Preparing Your Car for All Your Outdoor Adventures
During your summer vacation, there is no better way to seek out fun and new adventures than embarking on a road trip to the countryside. Nevertheless, before setting off on a trip, it is advisable to prep your car for the excursion so that you do not run into any unforeseen problems or hit any snags while on the road.
By Dennis McKonkie7 years ago in Wheel
New or Used? What You Need To Know Before Buying Your Family Car
The benefit of purchasing a fresh new vehicle is you buy a vehicle that usually comes with a certainty. In the first few years, most fresh vehicles will have very few renovations, so you can only concentrate on vehicle servicing. The retailer may also give reduced interest rate funding, which may lower the quantity of interest you receive over the loan's lifetime. These are the most fundamental benefits. Another benefit is that the new vehicles will be equipped with the recent technology, meaning you can discover vehicles with further gas mileage and reduced emissions.
By Damien Justus7 years ago in Wheel
