Didn't See You

It's the end of another month, and also the end of 2012. For that, here is a video with details instructions for dealing with parking thieves. Don't try this at home.

Have a great 2013!
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Rusty Spark Plugs

Sometimes, under certain conditions, spark plugs become rusty. Here is a video explaining this phenomenon.

I hope this video helps,

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Driving Up The River

The winter officially started last week, and this week I already had to suffer the consequences. Once again, I had to drive up a river, which once I called "the road".

Every year we have the same story: a little drop of rain falls from the sky, and the roads automatically turn into rivers. The estimated time for maintenance: never.

Until then, I'll keep hoping that the car makes it through, and the media will continue reporting about accidents.

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Proper Preparation

It has been a week since the danger of the end of the world has passed, and now we can focus more on preparing for the driving test. Here is another article of mine about the subject.

Driver’s Test Secrets - Steps You Need to Take If You Want to Prepare for Your Exam Properly 

When you finally get your driver's license, you will have a lot of freedom. You can go out on the road and explore. In order to have that freedom, however, you need to pass a written test and a road exam. While the written test is easy, the road exam can be a challenge. Preparing for your driving test requires more than just going out on the road and practicing for a few minutes. You must prove that you are a good driver who knows all of the rules.

Here are the steps you need to take in order to prepare.

1. You can begin by practicing in an area where there aren't any other vehicles. This could be an empty parking lot or a road that hardly gets any traffic. Practice driving in this area for the first few days, until you start to feel more comfortable Make sure you're driving with a responsible adult.

2. As you begin to feel comfortable driving in an empty area, you can move on to a highway. You don't want your first time on a highway to be when traffic is heavy. Only go very early in the morning before rush hour begins.

3. Practice driving around the testing area. See if you can find maps of the area online so that you can practice along all of the roads and streets. There are around 10 routes at every testing center. Familiarize yourself with the routes the days leading up to the test.

4. If there's anything you have trouble with, all you have to do is turn to the internet for help. There are step-by-step guides and videos available for you to check out. Watch the videos carefully and try to do the exact same thing yourself. Try to figure out what you're doing wrong and correct your mistakes the next time you go out for practice.

5. As you learn how to drive, determine your weaknesses. Hopefully, the adult you're practicing with is knowledgeable enough to spot your mistakes and to point them out to you. It will also help if you print out a copy of the checklist of things the examiner will be testing you on. Take it with you as you practice and make sure you learn how to do every single thing on the list.

6. The night before your big day, try to get plenty of sleep. Think positive. Be in the right mindset if you want to pass. Having the right attitude is just as important as studying and practicing.

Follow these steps and you will learn how to drive the right way! You will be instilled with the knowledge you need to get your driver's license.

You can learn all there is to know online. Just read the driving test secrets that aren't found in your basic handbook. Check out an online driving course to help you learn how to drive so that you can pass your test on the first try.

Getting your driver's license is not that hard. If you would like to pass your driving test without trying so hard, you should get yourself this amazing driving test guide.

I hope you found this article useful,

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First Time Driving: Sara

Today's first time driver is Sara, who agreed to have her driving school videotape her lesson in return for sponsoring her license process. Here is her video (in Spanish).

This video is six days old, so Sara probably has a long time to go until she can get her license. With free tutoring, it should be very easy for her.

Good luck!

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Top Gear Live Finland: Part 4

We're halfway there: here is the fourth part of the Top Gear Live in Finalnd show.

Enjoy!

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The New Spanish Test

Spain does not show here often, but now it does: apparently, they are going to have a new driving test. If you plan to live there, you better read this article.

Merry Christmas!

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Some More Simple Ways for Insuring

After several weeks off, Mack Rasur is back in this blog. Today, as usual, with some more interesting tips for insuring yourself.

More Simple Ways to Get Cheap Car Insurance

As a young driver, it is vital you take advantage of free quotes. Most major insurance companies offer this option so you should always accept it to make your search for cheap insurance mush easier and more effective.

Another tip to take when shopping for insurance is to set a higher deductible. By doing this, you will witness insurance fees decrease. It is crucial you set a practical deductible that you can handle financially so you are not paying too much at once.

This has been mentioned in many previous articles, but it will always be true: Be a safe driver! Not only drive safely, but equip your car with safety devices to prevent break-ins. If you are a safe driver and prevent accidents, you will realize how much it will help your insurance rate. Agencies appreciate and feel much safer giving you a good rate if they know you are a responsible driver with a safe car.

It will be helpful if you drive a cheap car. This doesn't mean get the cheapest car out there, it just means get a decent-priced car that has a good safety rating. You want to have a good combination of value and safety because expensive cars will raise your insurance rate greatly.

Another good tip that many young drivers tend to forget is their academics. All insurance companies offer you better rates if you do well in school. If you are someone who takes your school work seriously, you will perhaps apply the same characteristics to your vehicle and other aspects of life, and insurance agencies feel safer knowing you are a well-rounded human.

Doing well in school also ties in to other aspects of your life such as paying bills on time. If you have bad credit, forget about getting a good insurance rate. Agencies need to know you will be reliable with your payments and be on time. Why give a good insurance rate to someone irresponsible?

Another action you can take is to simply drive less. Not only are you going to be saving on gas money, but you will actually help cut the rate on your insurance. The less you drive, the less likely your car will be damaged.

Overall, if you are a responsible person in general, you will find that saving on vehicle insurance is quite easy. If you take care of your car and are reliable, there will be no problem for insurance companies to give you a good rate.

Excellent insurance provides you with free tips on how to get the cheapest car insurance. For more advice, check out:

http://www.excellent-insurance.com/young-drivers-free-quote/

Source: EzineArticles.com.

Thank you Mack! That was another great article.

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Remove a Tire from the Rim

Sometimes you need to take a tire of its rim, and in these cases it's good to know what you're doing. Here is a video to help you out.

I hope it helped,

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Hitchhikers

Not everyone has a car. Those who don't usually rely on relatives, mass transit, or generous drivers who collect hitchhikers. I am not one of those drivers.

Being a driver means having responsibility. When I drive with people I know, I can be calm and assured that they will do me no harm. When I take unknown passengers, there is always the risk of them behaving unexpectedly when I'm unable to kick them out.

It may sound cruel, but if someone I don't know expects a ride from me all I have to say is "take a bus".

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Some Good Driving Habits

If the prophecy is right, and the end of the world comes today, you can ignore everything in today's article. However, if you're reading this, the world is probably OK and you should read about good driving habits to develop.

Driving Test Tips - A List of Good Habits to Develop If You Want to Pass Your Test

 Developing good habits behind the wheel is the key to passing a driving test. Unfortunately, it's easier for many drivers to develop bad habits instead of good habits. This is why you need to practice with a good, responsible driver with a clean record.

Only half of the student drivers who take the test pass during the first try. The other half have to take it a second or even a third time before they finally pass. Part of this reason is because it takes them awhile to develop good driving habits.

What are "good driving habits" anyway? Here are a few that you need to develop if you want to pass:

- Gently press down on the pedal whenever you start and on the brake whenever you prepare to stop. Never brake hard unless you have no other choice but to do so.

- Get in the good habit of putting your seatbelt on before you start driving. Always make sure that all of your passengers have theirs on as well. It's the driver's responsibility to make sure that everyone in the vehicle has their belts on.

- Never put your foot on the pedal until you are absolutely sure that the path is clear. If you've stopped for a red light or STOP sign, always make sure everything is clear around you and in front of you before beginning again.

- Always remember to check your blind spots before moving the vehicle to either side. Don't just rely on the rearview mirror alone.

- Keep an eye on other drivers. Your eyes should constantly be moving, and not just facing forward. Know what's going on around you at all times. Learn how to anticipate other drivers' mistakes before they make them. One of the best habits you can have is defensive driving.

- Try to stay four seconds behind the car in front of you. Look where they are and then count to four. By the time you get to four, you should be in that exact same spot. If they are going slower than the speed limit, pass them if you are in a passing zone. If another driver seems aggressive or drunk, it's okay to keep extra distance from them.

- Know the proper method of entering an intersection. Check that your left, right, and front zones are clear before proceeding. Just because the light turns green doesn't mean you can go - look all around you to make sure that it's safe to do so.

These are examples of good habits that good drivers develop. As long as you practice every day with a responsible adult, you should learn how to drive the right way.

You will be surprised over the driving secrets and resources you can find online. If you are a student driver, you will find all of the techniques and tips you will need for passing both the written and road tests.

Getting your driver's license is not that hard. If you would like to pass your driving test without trying so hard, you should get yourself this amazing driving test guide.

I hope this article helped you and you will develop those habits.

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First Time Driving: Summer

Summer, although not a common name, becomes common here for some reason. Today we have our second Summer as a first time driver.

This video is from December 7, so Summer still has a very long way to go. The first step is definitely to calm down.

Good luck!

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Top Gear Live Finland: Part 3

Here is the third part of the Top Gear Live from Finland show. Enjoy!

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Negligence and Agencies

Here is the story of Robert Zissa Jr. who crashed a dealership car and had to deal with them. I hope it won't happen to you.

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Find Low Cost Insurance

It's that time of the week again, when we take a break from trying to pass the driving test and focus a little on the other side of driving: insurance. Today's writer is Matthew R Cole.

How To Find Low Cost Auto Insurance

Everyone tries to make ends meet nowadays. There are just so many things that people spend on and the basic necessities are becoming more expensive. Many now focus their efforts on cutting down costs.

One of the things that eats a big part of the budget is car insurance. The monthly premiums are just so high that a lot of people find it impossible to save money on car insurance.

But it is actually possible. You can actually save a lot if you only know how to choose the right insurance. You can actually use a lot of tips. Here are some of the things that can help you find cheap insurance or lower its cost:

1. Find an insurance that meets your needs. There will surely be a huge amount spent on insurance and it will be wasted if your coverage will not meet your needs. Paying for insurance premiums is no joke so you really have to make sure you get your money's worth.

2. Look for the right provider. Some people suffer from car insurance costs and are not able to save on auto insurance because they got the wrong provider. Be wary of these scams, unregistered companies and other online bandits. Before signing up, be sure to double check the records and feedback of the company.

3. Drive safe.A good driving record can actually lower the risk that the company will insure. This often means that you will also pay lower insurance premiums. In addition, you can put in some added safety features to your car. This would also reduce the risk and proportionately lower insurance caused too.

4. Don't be too hasty. When you are still on the process of looking for a car insurance provider, don't sign up too soon. Make sure you weigh pros and cons and compare prices and services very well. Some plans may be cheap but they might not be able to give you the right benefits when you need it.

5. Grab discounts.There are certain companies that offer various discounted rates. For instance you can save money on auto insurance if you go buy one from a provider of another insurance that you have. They might give you some great discounts for being loyal to their company.

There are many other ways to slash your car insurance expenses. You need not worry too much. You just need to be smart enough and patient enough to find the right insurance for you.

This article provides tips on how to cut car insurance costs. To know more about car insurance and how to save money on car insurance, click here: Save money on auto insurance

Source: EzineArticles.com.

Thank you Matthew! That was an excellent article.

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Detect Bad Engine Oil

If you suspect your car's engine oil is bad, you may want to take a look at this video to check whether it's true or not.

Hope it helps,

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At the Soccer Field

I am not a big sports fan. I've never been a big soccer or basketball player, and where I live there is no baseball or American football. My lack of talent (and interest) was pretty much the reason I've been to only very few games in my life.

But today it changed - I was at a soccer game. The game itself was extremely boring, but the feeling and atmosphere of the game were amazing. And at last, there was the exit.

Roads after a game are usually clogged, but in the city I was in it's a disaster, since drivers there are insane. I'm still afraid someone will hit me even though I'm already home.

It was definitely fun. Maybe I'll do it again in the future.

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What You MUST Avoid

As you probably know, there are some driving test mistakes you absolutely must avoid if you want to pass your test. Here is an article about this subject.

Driving Mistakes You MUST Avoid If You Want to Pass Your Exam Without Any Problems

Getting your driver's license requires a great deal of practice and determination. You need to know the ins and outs of a vehicle, what all of the signs mean, understand the rules, etc. Making one single mistake can cause you to fail.

There are dozens of things you will be tested on, so if you want to pass, you'll need to know what to do and what not to do.

To get you started, here is a list of common mistakes that you need to avoid making:

• Not changing lanes at the appropriate time. Many student drivers become nervous and remain in the same lane for the duration of the test. If the driver in front of you is going slower than what the speed limit states, it's okay (and ideal) to pass them, just as long as you are in a passing zone.

• Going the wrong speed when approaching the intersection. At what speed are the other drivers going? You need to maintain the same speed in order to merge safely and smoothly. Your examiner might not even take you out on the freeway, but if you do end up going, you need to know how to maintain the right speed and merge.

• Being overly cautious. Being too cautious can be just as dangerous as not being cautious enough. If you are too cautious, you will not be comfortable. Your examiner will notice if you are uncomfortable. You'll do a lot better if you're calm.

• Letting yourself become distracted by other drivers. Yes, you should observe other drivers, but not to the point where you become too distracted by them. You need to observe them so that you can make smart driving decisions based on what they're doing or about to do. That said, you don't want to become too fixated on one driver.

• Braking too hard. Do you know the difference between soft and hard brakes? The only time hard brakes are allowed is during emergency situations. Any other time, you should only soft brake. You will definitely lose some points if you're not careful with braking.

• Not holding the wheel appropriately. Your hands should always be kept on the wheel, except for when you are signaling or switching gears. You don't want to grip the wheel too tightly, nor do you want to hold on it too loosely. Also, keep both hands at the appropriate position.

As long as you avoid making these mistakes when you practice driving, you should be off to a great start. Developing good habits is essential if you want to pass the driving exam.

You can find tools and practice tests online to help you prepare for your driving test. You can find a checklist of every single thing that the examiner will be testing you on. If you know beforehand what you will be tested on during your driver's exam, you'll know what to practice on. The more practice you get, the more confident you'll feel.

I hope this article helped you,

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First Time Driving: Justin

Today's first time driver is Justin, who is a little confused about using his left leg while driving.

This video is from November, so Justin still has a very long way to go until he can get his license. Hopefully he knows by now how to use both legs.

Good luck!

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Top Gear Live Finland: Part 2

The Top Gear live show from Finland continues today. Enjoy!

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Albany Alternative Fuels

Usually, when I post here about students, they want to pass their driving test. But today I have an article about students who took some test drives in alternative fuel cars.

Enjoy!

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Insurance is Always Important

Due to high prices of insurance, some people neglect it if they see that they live in a relatively "safe" neighborhood. Here is an article by Roger Minnick that explains why this idea is wrong.

Don't Forgo Car Insurance Simply Because Auto Theft Is Down

Auto theft is certainly a major concern for producers of car insurance policies. Overall, car thefts are at their lowest level since 1967. However, the National Insurance Crime Bureau (NICB) recently stated that the theft of late-model vehicles equipped with key-code technology is a growing concern. These key codes are signature IDs contained within a device that communicate with the vehicle and allow access to it.

Automakers introduced key-code technology to car models after 1997, and vehicles equipped with the anti-theft technology "have been credited with reducing car thefts by the hundreds of thousands in the past decade," said NICB vice president Roger Morris. But that may be changing as thieves are becoming smarter.

Key-code information is easily obtained

Some thieves will apparently go out and shop for a vehicle, which allows them to obtain the vehicle identification number. They can then use this information to submit phony paperwork to locksmiths or dealerships for replacement key transponders. The NICB is working with law enforcement agencies and automakers to track these types of transactions.

The NICB's concerns over key-code technology were included in its annual listing of the most-stolen vehicles, in which the 1994 Honda Accord again topped the list. According to the NICB, there were 7,596 reports of stolen 1994 Honda Accords, making it by far the most stolen make and model and, in addition, the 1995 Honda Civic has been the second-most stolen vehicle for the past three years.

The latest numbers continue a nationwide decline in vehicle thefts; with estimates from the Federal Bureau of Investigation showing a 3.3 percent drop in the number of thefts in 2012.

Insurance Implications of Auto Theft

Comprehensive car insurance coverage shields a policyholder in situations of theft, but the price tag for consumers who get that auto insurance coverage varies depending on the make and model of the car and an insurer's claims figures for it.

For example, comprehensive insurance coverage may be pricier to obtain for a 1994 Honda Accord, since it has been ranked as the most-stolen vehicle in the U.S. in the past three years. "Hot Wheels" culls its data from the National Crime Information Center (NCIC) and shows all stolen vehicles, including those that are not reported to insurance providers, for a fuller picture of car theft across the nation.

It is the only report to do so, according to the NICB, which added that findings from studies including only thefts of vehicles with comprehensive coverage are distorted simply because owners with older models seldom buy that type of coverage so they almost never submit claims to their insurer when their vehicle is stolen.

Roger R. Minnick is an Insurance Agent for AJ Benet which serves the Insurance needs of residents and businesses in the Metropolitan New York Area.

Source: EzineArticles.com.

Thank you Roger! I'm sure this article helped many people.

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Car Vibrations After Clutch Replacement

If your car vibrates after you've replaced the clutch, here is a possible solution for you.

Hope this helps,

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Hot & Cold

The winter is a confusing time. It is pretty cold outside, but when I enter my car all this amazing weather goes away and then it's a gamble: it can be either too hot, too cold, or the weird occurance of a perfect temperature.

Usually, it's too hot. The car is not conditioned from the outside, and its internal temperature reaches very high values even when it's cold outside. Not the perfect situation.

But sometimes, when it's just the right time, I enter the car and don't need to turn on the air conditioner the whole way. It's rare, but it's great.

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Get The Best Out of Your Practice

When you practice for your driving test you want to make sure you're getting the most out of your practice. Here is an article that will help you achieve that goal.

Tips on Getting the Best Out of Your Driving Practice and Preparing for Your Test

 Have you been studying for your driving test? Have you been getting enough practice? Approximately half of student drivers fail during their first attempt. Passing isn't easy, which is a good thing. If everybody passed, the roads would be a lot more dangerous.

Just because passing isn't easy doesn't mean that it has to be difficult. You can pass as long as you study for at least an hour a day, and practice every chance you get.

Here are some tips to help you prepare yourself so that you can pass your driver's test:

- Don't let your nerves get the best of you. Make sure you get plenty of sleep the night before. Try to relax the best you can before you leave your house. Take some deep breaths and tell yourself that everything is going to be okay. What's the worse that can happen? You fail? You can try again in the future.

- Know every single inch of the car you plan on using for the test. You need to know what everything does and where it's located. Practice driving in the vehicle until you are comfortable behind the wheel, and confident that you know it like the back of your hand.

- Are you finding parallel parking to be a challenge? You can practice by setting up boxes in an empty area, such as a parking lot. Practice over and over again until you get it right, and then practice some more. Even after you get the hang of it, you should still do it at least twice a day before your test.

- Ask your friends and family what the test was like for them. Where did they have to drive during the test? On which streets did they have to drive? Practice driving along those streets and take note where all of the signs and lights are located. Depending on where you live, you might be able to find maps of the driving test area on the internet. Print them out and practice driving on all of the routes.

- At the very start of your driver's exam, do the following: make sure you and the examiner both have seatbelts on, check the mirrors and adjust them if you need to, put your hands in the correct position on the wheel, and look over your shoulder to check your blind spot.

- Have multiple types of study material: how-to videos, written guides, practice quizzes, maps, etc. You can find all of these online. Taking practice quizzes is essential, since you will get an idea of which areas you need to work on.

Keep these tips in mind and you should be able to get the most out of practice. As long as you remain positive and determined, you won't have to worry about failing.

You will find all of the resources you need to prepare for your driving test. Taking an online driving course is one of the smartest things you can do as a student driver. By taking advantage of the helpful tools and resources, you'll gain the confidence you need for practicing.

Getting your driver's license is not that hard. If you would like to pass your driving test without trying so hard, you should get yourself this amazing driving test guide.

I hope this article helped you,
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First Time Driving: Aaliyah

Today's first time driver is Aaliyah, who took her video with changing colors. Not that it affects her driving in any way.

This video is from November 28, so Aaliyah still has a very long way until she can get her license. She's doing pretty well here, so it doesn't seem like it's going to be a problem.

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Top Gear Live Finland: Part 1

Top Gear had a live show in Finland. Here it is.

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Another Strike

This blog already covered one examiner strike, and now it's time for the second one. Governments have a hard time doing something right.

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How to Select the Right Insurance Company

Selecting an insurance company is a decision that has to be made wisely. In today's economy it's a smart idea to save some of your income and not spend everything. Here is another article by Rinku K Sharma.

Selecting The Right Auto Insurance Company

With the presence of numerous insurance companies operating in the market, selecting the right one can be daunting. Different companies offer different services, have different rates and offer varied customer service facilities to the customers. Therefore, it is necessary that you choose an insurer who offers the best deals fulfilling your needs and requirements. Getting acquainted with the right company allows the customers to enjoy outstanding customer services and also allows them to save money on various deals. Some of the important factors which if considered while making a search can help you in selecting the right auto insurance company.

Your Needs

The first important thing that should be considered by you is to evaluate your needs and requirements regarding an insurance policy. There are various companies that do not provide coverage for cars with fast engines or modifications etc. Therefore, before selecting a company you should make sure that it fulfills your requirements and makes sure that you are liable to make a claim in case of any mishap.

Quotes

You need to compare the quotes offered by different companies before finalizing your decision. You should prefer to go for a company that coverage numerous features at a low quote. In order to get the best deal you need to undergo an online research and ask for online quotes for your vehicle. A thorough comparison can result in effective results.

Reputation

All the companies operating in the same niche claim to be the best offering all the desired services to the customers. Therefore, it becomes necessary that you find a company that is reliable and has a good reputation in the market. It is due to the fact that the companies that are reliable always provide the claims to the customers and support them during any mishap but the companies that are not reliable might deny your claims and lead you to severe trouble. Hence, a thorough research beforehand can be highly beneficial in the long run.

Multi-Policy

It is better to look for a company that not only offers the facility of auto insurance but also provides home, health and several other insurances. This is an outstanding way to save your money and also prevents the problems that might be faced by you in finding the insurance companies operating in different niche.

Getting acquainted with a reliable insurance company keeps you relaxed and ensures help and support in your bad time. Considering the above discussed factors, you can easily find an auto insurance company that offers outstanding services to the customers.

If you are looking forward to protect your ride through a Low Cost Auto Insurance policy, then visiting our website might help you in gathering more information on New York Auto Insurance.

Source: EzineArticles.com.

Thank you Rinku! That was another great article.

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Bad Clutch Fluid Line

If your car has a clutch and it breaks down, you will be able to tell if it's the fluid line with this video.

I hope this video helped you,

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No Signal

My Saturday night drives are still happening, but they all have a dead spot, a short, yet very annoying stretch of road: an area without reception.

I've tried everything, but nothing helps: there are no radio waves in that area. Since I drive on my own, I have to find a way to entertain myself for a few minutes until I can finally reach an area with good reception.

I hope this problem will be fixed some day, although I really, really doubt it.

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