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Ace Your Back-To-School Checklist

Ace Your Back-To-School Checklist

School is back in session! Before you zip off on that college road trip or partake in those daily drop-offs, check out this back-to-school vehicle maintenance checklist to ace your first test of the year! 1. Tires. Feel confident with the state of your tires by paying special atten ... read more

What you really need to know to stay cool on the road

What you really need to know to stay cool on the road

The AC system in your vehicle is similar to the one in your home, but it’s wedged into an area that runs to temperatures above 250 degrees and is regularly exposed to rattling and rolling everywhere your vehicle goes! Over time, these factors cause the system to leak refrigerant and lose the a ... read more

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Vehicle AC Fun Facts

Vehicle AC Fun Facts

Test your IQ and see how many facts you already know: The refrigerant for your car is made specifically for vehicles. It can’t be used in other air conditioner systems. The EPA has banned the use of Freon, a brand for a popular refrigerant, because it’s bad for the ozo ... read more