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2 • MORNING JOURNAL • SPRING CAR CARE 2014 • SATURDAY, APRIL 26, 2014

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(Family Features) Buying a car may be one of the biggestpurchases you make in a lifetime. When searching for the per-fect car to fit your personal needs, there are many things toconsider before hitting the sales lot and filling out the paper-work.

Here are some tips to simplify the car buying process andimprove the overall shopping experience.

Determine Budget: Before getting your heart set on a carthat could break the bank, you need to calculate your estimat-ed price range. To avoid getting in over your head, follow thegeneral rule of thumb that payments shouldn’t exceed morethan 20 percent of your monthly take-home pay.

Do Your Research: Start your search on sites that allowyou to browse and compare vehicles from various automakersside by side, so you can learn how they stack up. One of theleading sites, Edmunds.com, has been a trusted and reliableonline shopping resource for 20 years and offers tools that willmake your car shopping journeymuch easier.

• Decide What Is Right For You: The type of car youchoose should reflect your lifestyle. Narrow your options byconsidering how you’ll use the car on a daily basis. Ask your-self questions, like how many passengers you’ll need toaccommodate; whether you typically drive on the highway, inthe city or off-road; and howmuch cargo space you’ll need.

If you want someone to help walk you through all the con-siderations, which can be overwhelming, check outEdmunds.com’s Live Advice. Through this free service, a realperson on the other end of a phone, email or online chat willanswer your questions with unbiased expertise and will helpyou through the entire journey, from research to purchase.

• Browse Inventory Online: Before heading out the door,review a listing of the available cars in your area from thecomfort of your own home. Search Edmunds.com to viewlocal cars for sale, find car reviews and view dealer ratings.

• Secure the Price: Once you’ve found the car you wouldlike to purchase, the next step is to obtain price quotes from afew different dealers and compare them with the market val-ue. You can bypass the negotiation process and secure a fairprice upfront by getting an Edmunds Price Promise certifi-cate, which is a dealer guaranteed, vehicle specific pricequote. Take the price certificate along with you to the dealerto simplify the purchasing process.

Once you have the car in mind and a price in hand,arrange for a test drive and move forward with the purchase.By following these tips before you step foot on the sales lot,the entire car buying process should be a more enjoyableexperience.

For more helpful car buying tips or to find cars for salenear you, visit www.Edmunds.com.

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(NAPS)—It’s a good idea to check and, if need be, changethe batteries around your house every six months or so, tomake sure 10 essential convenience and safety items areoperating properly:

1. Auto battery. Harsh, cold weather affects auto batteriesmore than any other engine component. Engines requiremore cranking amps and batteries are less efficient, reducingtheir charge acceptance and ability to start an engine.

2. Smoke and carbon monoxide detectors. Every homeneeds working smoke and carbon monoxide alarms. Batter-ies should be changed twice a year.

3. Flashlights. Prepare for storm power outages by makingsure you have several working flashlights with fresh batteries.

4. Radio. If the power goes out, it can be helpful to have aworking battery-powered radio to monitor weather condi-tions.

5. Clocks. When turning the clocks forward or backwardfor daylight saving time, it’s a good idea to install new batter-ies, too.

6. Cordless tools. Overuse can drain the battery down tothe point it stops working, which can damage the battery.Periodically charge it overnight for optimum run time andlife.

7. Audio and video remotes. Stock up on AA and AAA bat-teries for TV remotes and video game controllers.

8. Laptop and cell phone. Review your laptop and cellphone battery capacity and make sure you’re using propercharging and storage techniques.

9. Garage door opener. Clean the battery contacts in yourremote control before inserting the new batteries.

10. Keyless entry. Check all weak-powered keyless entrydevices. Manufacturers recommend changing the battery inmost standard key fobs once every year, advises InterstateBatteries technical services manager Gale Kimbrough, alsoknown as “Mr. Battery.”

Interstate offers thousands of different kinds of batteries,and its Interstate All Battery Centers will have, find or buildthe right battery for just about any gadget around your home.

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Charge ahead toward safety and savings by makingsure the batteries for your smoke and carbonmonoxide alarms are in good working order.

The following tips help you keep your battery inshape throughout the hot summer months:

• Preventive maintenance goes a long way toward pro-longing the life of your battery. Take a few minutes to readabout your battery in your car’s manual and become famil-iar with what kind of battery it is, where it is, how to safelyclean it and what the indicator lights inside your car mightbe trying to tell you.

• When working with your battery, always wear pro-tective eyewear. Remove all jewelry and wear long sleevesto protect your arms from an explosion of battery acid.

• Do a visual inspection to see if the battery case isbulging, cracked or leaking. If it is, it's time to replace it.

• The summer heat can speed up internal corrosion.Clean up the battery connections by removing any corro-sion, lead oxidation, paint or rust from the top of the bat-tery with a scouring pad or brass brush. Be sure to brushthe corrosion away from you.

• If your battery has removable filler caps, open thecaps and check the water level in each cell.

• Make sure the plates are covered by the fluid inside.This prevents sulfation and reduces the possibility of aninternal battery explosion.

• If the water level is low, add distilled water until theplates are covered. Don't use tap water.

• Avoid overfilling, especially in hot weather, becausethe heat can cause the solution inside to expand and over-flow.


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When the mercury begins to rise outside, it’s common forcar engines to get overly toasty too. To help you know what todo if your car overheats, here are 5 easy steps.

• First, always carry an extra bottle of coolant (also calledantifreeze) in your car, as well as a jug of water. Engines typi-cally overheat because the coolant’s low, so topping it up willusually solve the problem. Failing that, water will also tem-porarily do the trick.

• When you see the temperature gauge creeping into thered or a notification light glowing, immediately turn off yourair conditioner (since the AC puts a lot of strain on yourengine). Roll the windows down to cool off the way natureintended.

• If the problem persists, crank your heater up to full blast.It could make the next few miles a pretty brutal experience,but the transfer of heat away from the engine might just saveits life.

• Should the preceding steps fail, pull over as soon as youcan. Turn off the engine. If you can pop the hood from the dri-ver’s seat, do so — but don’t risk opening it by hand until the

engine has cooled, especially if you see steam wafting off theengine. It typically takes a solid 30 minutes for an engine tocool down enough for it to be safe to handle. If you’d rather leta professional handle the problem, it’s time to call for a towtruck.

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(NAPS)—The most enduring memory of the winter of2014 just might be the millions of potholes that continue todish out punishment to drivers and passengers across theU.S. and Canada.

But abominable road conditions can cause more than just abone-rattling ride; they can also damage important steeringand suspension components, including shock absorbers andstruts.

“Many drivers understand that their vehicles have taken asevere beating over the past several months, but they mightnot be able to detect some damage without having a profes-sional technician inspect their steering and suspension sys-tem,” said Bill Dennie, director of ride control channel man-agement for the Monroe® brand of shock absorbers andstruts.

“Because this damage can occur over a period of monthsrather than days, the driver might not notice how much worsehis or her vehicle handles today as compared to last fall.”

Although potholes are a year-round issue in many regions,they are most prevalent during and immediately followingwinter due to repeated freeze-thaw cycles. By almost anymeasure, however, 2014 has been unusually painful andexpensive for road repair crews and consumers.

Shocks and struts play important roles in safe driving byhelping to deliver satisfactory steering, stopping and stability.Their damping action helps maintain movement of the vehi-cle’s suspension within safe limits.

This, in turn, helps the brakes do their job by maintainingtire traction and distributing the vehicle’s weight across allfour wheels. Shocks and struts also limit the transfer of vehi-cle weight from front to back when braking, and from side toside around turns. And properly functioning shocks andstruts help protect tires from abnormal wear.

“Automotive repair shops have reported dramatic increas-es in tire and wheel damage as a result of potholes and otherhazards related to winter weather.

Your shocks, struts and other chassis components havefaced the same abuse and in some cases might have experi-enced physical damage or accelerated wear,” Dennie said.“It’s a good idea to ask a service provider to inspect yoursteering and suspension system before making any roadtrips.”

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(NewsUSA) - Spring is in the air. The days are gettinglonger and the temperatures are rising. Before you know it,summer will be here along with all the joys that come with it.Here are a few tips to make your commute stress-free.

• Put the cell phone down. Your car is not a mobile office.Cell phones are distracting. Designate your time in the car as“quiet time.” If you must talk on the phone, get a headset —as now required by many state laws — so that both yourhands remain on the steering wheel.

• Stay focused on driving to protect yourself and others onthe road. Trying to multitask while driving is dangerous foryou and the other drivers on the road.

• Make sure you can hear auditory driving cues. Listeningto the radio loudly can drown out car horns, emergencysirens and bicycle bells.

• Avoid taking your eyes off the road. Turning around totalk to passengers and flipping through radio channels cancause you to steer out of your lane or miss important visualcues.

• Check your tires often. Make sure they’re properly inflat-ed, rotated and otherwise in good condition. After all, yourtires are the only things between your vehicle and the road.

• Make sure your car is in good condition underneath thehood. Your Firestone Complete Auto Care service center cancarry out your vehicle’s scheduled maintenance and assistyou with any problems that come up in the interim.

•Wear comfortable attire. Before setting off, select a pairof comfortable driving shoes, and remove inhibiting layers.

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(NewsUSA) - Bald or poorly maintained tires won’t get youvery far when it comes to driving on slippery roadways. Withimproper equipment and maintenance, slick surfaces fromrain storms are a major threat to safety on the road.

Take control by following this advice on ways to prepareyourself and your vehicle for possible wet weather.

• During wet weather conditions, drive slowly and keep inmind that stopping distances will be longer than usual. Stop-ping on a wet road can take up to four times the stopping dis-tance of a dry road.

• Rainwater that mixes with oil or grime on the streets cancause slippery conditions that may result in unexpected skid-ding.

• Drive smoothly. To maintain control of your vehicle, tryto avoid jerky, abrupt movements when braking, acceleratingor turning.

• Check your tires at least once a month. This includesproper rotation, inflation, repair and replacement.

• In many areas of the country, the snow and ice of winterleave roads in bad shape. Hitting a pothole can damage yourtire and/or the wheel of your vehicle.

The sharp impact can cause immediate tire or wheel failureor internal damage that can lead to tire failure weeks later.Keeping your tires properly inflated will help reduce potholedamage and other road hazards.

Here’s an extra tip about potholes:

• If you do have to hit a pothole, avoid braking during theimpact. Instead, attempt to brake before impact and release

just prior to contacting the pothole. Braking during impactsets up the tire and wheel assembly for a “solid hit” againstthe edge of the hole. Less severe damage occurs when a tireis rolling, rather than skidding, over the pothole.

Save yourself money on expensive repairs by followingthese tips to help keep your vehicle running in tip-top shape.

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(NewsUSA) - The tempera-tures are rising, and so are thenumbers of vehicles on theroad. Summer is right aroundthe corner, bringing with it anumber of road trips to thebeach for many families.

Avoid putting a damper onyour travel plans by followingthese summer vehicle mainte-nance tips.

• Check your air condi-tioning system before thesummer heat hits to makesure that it seems to be cool-ing effectively. An annual full-vehicle inspection, including theair conditioning system, may help avoid costly repairs.

• Check your vehicle’s fluid levels. Check the engine oiland coolant level when the engine is cold. Once your vehicleis warmed up, check your transmission fluid and power steer-ing fluid. If any fluid is low, add only enough to bring the indi-cator to “full” — never overfill. Have your automotive techni-cian regularly check your vehicle’s brake fluid level and condi-tion.

• Do not overload your vehicle. Overloading creates exces-sive heat inside your tires and can cause tire failure, whichcould result in vehicle damage and serious injury. Rememberthat you and your passengers count toward the total recom-mended vehicle weight.

• To get the best fuel economy while traveling, be aware ofthe following:

1. Due to vehicle aerodynamics, it can be more economical

to run your air conditioner than to cruise with windows open.

2. When possible, maintain a constant speed to reducestrain on your vehicle’s systems. If it’s safe to do so and trafficis not too heavy, use the cruise control setting per your own-er’s manual directions.

3. Do not let your vehicle idle for extended periods; restart-ing your engine uses less fuel than keeping your vehicle run-ning.

4. Keep your tires properly inflated; under-inflated tires canlower fuel economy.

5. Use the recommended grade of gasoline specified byyour vehicle manufacturer. Mid-grade or premium fuels areunnecessary unless they are recommended.

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(NewsUSA) - Gas prices are getting as dangerously highas unemployment rates, and both mean a whole new level ofpenny pinching for the nation’s 99 percent.

As drivers spend about $4 per gallon, finding ways to getbetter gas mileage is more important than ever. Fortunately,affordable technology is finally catching up to the escalatingproblem.

Some auto companies are trying to ease the burden ofastronomical gas prices by improving technology and makingit accessible.

Vision Motor Company is priming its widespread releaseof alternative vehicles using compressed natural gas (CNG),which can cut fuel costs by up to 80 percent. Besides pollutingas much as 90 percent less than traditional gasoline, naturalgas vehicles can get 45 miles per gallon on CNG fuel.

But, according to Vision chairman Bob Smith, new fuel-efficient spark plugs called Pulstar Pulse Plugs have trulyenabled the newest car, SEERngv, to go mainstream. TheEnerpulse Precision Combustion Ignition (PCI) technology inPulstar Pulse Plugs also increases miles per gallon and signifi-cantly reduces hydrocarbon emissions.

“Combustion stability at idle and cold start was alsoimproved,”explained Smith. “VMC is very excited to offer thisvalue-added technology.”

If you’re not yet able to benefit from natural gas vehiclesand other enhanced technology, there are more ways to con-serve fuel and increase efficiency.

• Install new spark plugs. For the average car, installingquality spark plugs — like Pulstar Pulse Plugs — can makeyour vehicle perform better than new, mileage included.

• Choose routes carefully. The shortest route may not bethe most fuel efficient if it’s littered with stoplights and traffic.Avoid traffic lights if possible, but if not, shifting into neutralwill give your transmission a break.

• Replace air filters. You probably don’t need to replace theair filter as often as mechanics suggest, but keep an eye on it.Filters tend to last 20,000 or 30,000 miles, and a clean filter canimprove mileage by 10 percent.

• Drive smoothly. We know you’re not going to slow down,but sudden starts, stops and jerky driving hinder fuel econo-my. Slamming on the brakes wears down break pads andforces you to accelerate more, adding as much as one-third toyour gas bill.

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(NewsUSA) - Is there really a difference between wiperblades? When is it necessary to change my wipers? As the wetseasons approach, it’s important to ask yourself these ques-tions as heavy rains and increasingly severe weather canobscure driving visibility.

In fact, the American Optometric Association reports that90 percent of all driving decisions are based on visibility. Hav-ing a properly installed set of wiper blades will enhance yourvision during difficult driving conditions. Most drivers don’teven realize they need new wipers until that moment of truth,as a storm approaches or heavy snow begins to fall.

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(NewsUSA) - When it comes to managing vehicle repairs,the associated hassles and inconveniences that come about —whether from having no vehicle or the process of finding areputable repair shop — can become a major annoyance.

However, according to a new start-up business from SanFrancisco called YourMechanic, a new system is “changingthe nature of auto repair.” YourMechanic is a car repair mar-

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(NewsUSA) - Don’t wait until there’s nothing left betweenyou and the rain-slick pavement to check your tires. The likeli-hood of accidents skyrockets when combining wet, seasonalweather and poor tire maintenance.

Proper tire and pressure maintenance can prevent all kindsof road accidents, but drivers must be aware of the warningsigns and ongoing maintenance needs to ensure driving safe-ty.

For example, an underinflated tire might not “look”flat tothe eye. A tire can lose up to 50 percent of its air before itbegins to show visually. According to the National HighwayTraffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), tire pressure literallychanges the way the rubber meets the road, affecting trac-tion, handling, steering, stability and braking. Similarly, NHT-SA estimates that nearly 250,000 accidents occur in the U.S.per year due to low tire pressure.

Statistics like these remind drivers how quickly collisionsoccur under preventable circumstances. Schrader, a globalmanufacturer of sensing and valve solutions that protect andperform, recommends the following advice to keep your tiresroad-ready in all conditions:

• Check your tire pressure regularly, especially before anylong trips. Inflation pressure changes depending on the tem-perature. Tire pressure drops about 1 psi for every 10 degreesF drop in ambient temperature. Additionally, tires can lose asmuch as 1.5 psi per month as air escapes the tire and rim nat-urally. It’s best to check tire pressure when the car is off andtires are coolest.

• Heed the TPMS warning symbol. All passenger vehiclesand light trucks sold in the U.S. from 2008 onward have a TirePressure Monitoring System (TPMS) system installed. If theTPMS warning symbol lights up on your dashboard, one ormore of your tires is 25 percent or more underinflated — asignificant loss in pressure. Take caution, and do not ignore

the TPMS warning symbol.

• Find a safe place to pull out of traffic to stop and checkyour tires. If you are not having a blowout, use a tire gauge tocheck the pressure of each tire against your vehicle manufac-turer’s recommended pressure level. Inflate tires to correctpressure at the nearest service station or repair facility. Therecommended pressure level can be found on the tire placard,a label located just inside the driver’s side door.

• Don’t forget the spare. Before long drives, always checkyour spare for any injuries or punctures.

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(NewsUSA) - “Innovation” is a term companies use quiteoften. While many companies are quick to brand themselvesas inventive, very few have the legacy and pioneering spirit tobe truly innovative. But occasionally, a few great companiesmanage to prove their claims of innovation by successfullyextending core technologies into new fields and applications.

You may be grasping at air when you try to explain valveand sensing technologies to a friend. While many don’t see orinteract with these technologies on a daily basis, they are uti-lized in applications that many customers and end-users useeach and every day - and the roles these technologies play inyour everyday safety and comfort shouldn’t go unnoticed.One such valve and sensing technology manufacturer,Schrader, takes innovation seriously.

“Since 1891, our valve and sensing technology has played acritical safety role within global automotive applications. Weinvented the first pneumatic tire valve, the very same valveused on every vehicle in the world today. More recently, wepioneered tire pressure monitoring systems (TPMS), nowrequired on all new vehicles in North America, and growingin European and Asian-Pacific countries,” says Paul Wise,director of marketing at Schrader. “However, what differenti-ates Schrader is our ability to extend these foundational tech-nologies to new markets and applications.”

For example, Schrader has been successful in adapting itssensor technology to monitor power transmission belts andindustrial hoses, which are found in diverse applications forfactory equipment, construction, agriculture, robotics and oth-er markets as well.

“Many of these applications are considered ‘capital equip-ment,’ meaning when the piece of equipment is down becauseof a broken belt or a burst hose, it translates to a real opera-tional cost to owners,” said Enda McCloskey, vice president oftechnology, Schrader. “Our new belt and hose monitoring sys-tems remove the guess work about when to perform critical

maintenance.”

Schrader valve and sensing technology within automotiveapplications helps to save lives, reduce fuel costs, and reduceenvironmental impact via TPMS. Additionally, Schrader’s con-tinued history of innovation has resulted in an all-electric wayto better measure fuel levels in gas tanks as well as new flexfuel sensors for hybrid vehicles — its technology has evenexpanded to the medical field, including oxygen monitoringfor hospital and patient environments.

For more information, visitwww.schraderinternational.com.

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