Cool Tips For Your July Excursions
A warm breeze, the sound of soft rubber on a hot pavement and canine slobber on the rear windows. Welcome to the Dog Days.
How can you up your summer fun quotient and keep your cool when the mercury rises?
Seasonal Service
Steering problems? Heed The Warning Signs
Power steering fluid might be one of your vehicle’s most important--and underappreciated fluids.
Learn to spot the signs that your power steering system might need a checkup.
Pre-trip Checklist For Adventure Away-From-Home
Hitting the open road remains one of life’s simplest pleasures.
Review our vehicle checklist before heading out this summer--especially if your vehicle has been a bit overlooked during stay-at-home requirements.
Don't You Lose Your Cool To An Overheated Engine
No one wants to be that person stranded on the side of the road with steam pouring out from under the hood.
Keep you and your passengers cool as cucumbers all summer long.
Avoid Summer Brake Issues With Routine Inspection Before Travel
Your vehicle braking system is easy to take for granted--until it doesn’t work as expected.
A routine brake inspection can save you heartache before hot weather takes a toll on components. Identify early warning signals.
Don't Let Summer Put Brakes On Your Travel Plans
The trunk’s loaded and tank's full of gas. Yet, there's more to getting ready than loading up the family for the Great American Adventure.
Did you leave time for a brake system inspection?
Don't Let Summer Put Brakes On Family Fun
The trunk’s loaded and tank's full of gas. Yet, there's more to getting ready than loading up the family for the Great American Adventure.
Did you leave time for a brake system inspection?
Take Time for Winter Brake Safety Check
Remember your last sudden stop while driving? How quickly your vehicle stops depends on numerous factors including speed, weight of the car, condition of the brakes and road condition. Are your brakes up to the winter road challenge?
Give Your Ride A Brake After Summer
Brakes operate in high temperatures under normal conditions, and months of summer heat only tax the system further.
Experts urge drivers to conduct a post-summer brake inspection to see how well your stopping system is holding up after months of intense weather.
Brake Whisperer: Listening for Signs of Vehicle Trouble
Vehicle problems tend to sneak up on us, but brakes tend to offer us warnings beforehand. Paying heed to the squeaks and vibrations can save you a bundle in repairs.
In The News
- U.S. Department of Transportation Announces $500,000 for Emergency Repairs to Flood-Damaged Roads and Bridges in Vermont
- U.S. Department of Transportation Overhauls Century-Old Rule
- U.S. Department of Transportation Announces $871.2 Million in Emergency Relief for Road and Bridge Repairs
- U.S. Transportation Secretary Elaine L. Chao Announces $225 Million in Grants to Fund Bridge Improvement Projects in 18 States
- U.S. Transportation Secretary Elaine L. Chao Announces $10.8 Million to Fund Bridge Improvements in Alabama
