The statement, “This is not your father’s Oldsmobile,” has never been more valid than when comparing today’s tech-rich vehicles to those from a couple of decades ago. Modern cars enjoy many advances over their predecessors; however, those advances have been accompanied by changes in maintenance needs. According to Don Paxton, AAA Ohio Auto Club’s director …
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A nationwide recall of Takata air bags was issued in May 2015, but far too many of the potentially dangerous units remain on the road. It’s time to see if your car has one of them. Nearly 15.4 million vehicles have not yet had their defective air bag inflators repaired, according to the National Highway …
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Women of all ages are invited to this year’s series of our popular Girls’ Night at the Garage events in October. These free evening sessions will be held at each of AAA’s nine Car Care Plus facilities throughout Columbus and will include food, giveaways and prizes. You’ll get an overview of important vehicle maintenance items, …
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Don’t let a vehicle battery problem stall out your warm weather fun. Before hitting the road for a summer trip, make sure your battery won’t let you down. Have a trained technician perform a charging test to make sure your battery is operating properly. The average life of a car battery is only three to …
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Maximizing fuel economy involves a combination of caring for your car and developing helpful habits. The following seven are just a few simple steps you can take to improve savings – as well as safety – on the road: Get regular maintenance checks. Identifying and fixing maintenance issues – some of which can affect fuel …
Warm weather is just around the corner—it’s almost time to pack up our mini vans, roll the windows down and take off on a few classic summer road trips. But before you rev your engine, it’s important to inspect your tires for the new season. Here are five signs that it may be time for …
New vehicle safety technology offers many safety benefits, but can cost twice as much to repair following a collision, according to new research from AAA. Even minor incidents that cause damage to this technology can add up to $3,000 in extra repair costs. “Advanced safety systems are much more common today, with many coming as …
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Keep your battery case and brackets free of corrosion. If you see cracks or oozing at the top of your battery case, replace the battery. Corrosion and deposits interfere with the flow of electric current. Have your battery terminals and posts cleaned regularly by a trained technician. Inspect brackets. If they are heavily corroded, replace …
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Motorists can help prevent winter breakdowns and crashes simply by taking care of their cars, but AAA finds 62% of cars are behind schedule for routine maintenance services. This can lead to breakdowns and costly repairs. The following simple winter car care checklist can help save Ohioans time and money this winter. Winter Car Care …
Each year, our cars become more efficient and advanced, with a focus on improved performance, safety, and comfort. Flashy, tech-focused features like built-in Wi-Fi hot spots, trunks with hands-free opening capabilities, and 360-degree cameras for maximum protection tend to steal the spotlight ; yet there are other components on the market making impressive advancements each …
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