Tag: repair
Many Vehicles At Risk of Breaking Down
April 18, 2018. Dana Laverty
AAA finds vehicles 10 years and older are twice as likely to end up stranded on the side of the road compared to newer vehicles.
When to Replace Your Central AC System
February 23, 2018. Sarah Hopkins
Central air not cooling? Here’s how to know when it’s time to replace your central air conditioning system.
A Little Car Maintenance Goes a Long Way
October 18, 2017. Mark Shaw
AAA estimates that Americans spend an average of 17,600 minutes driving each year. That translates into more than 293 hours, or just over 12 full days of driving time. That’s a lot of work for both car and driver. What could possibly go wrong? We know the dangers when drivers are impaired, drowsy or distracted….
Understanding Extended Warranties
October 01, 2017. Roberto Cruz
Nobody wants an unexpected car repair bill dropped in his or her lap. An extended warranty is a safeguard against that headache.
4 Car Repairs to Make Before It’s Too Late
July 01, 2017. Roberto Cruz
Paying for car repairs is about as much fun as a trip to the dentist. And, like the dentist, some people will go to great lengths to avoid a trip to the shop. But drivers who skip or delay important repairs expose their vehicles to dangerous situations and costlier fixes down the road, AAA’s Car…
Don’t Break the Bank on Unexpected Car Repairs
June 01, 2017. Roberto Cruz
Unless you’re rich Uncle Pennybags, spending $600 on car repairs is a tough pill to swallow. Unfortunately, that’s the going rate for the average car repair bill today, according to new AAA research. What’s more, an estimated 30 percent of Americans are unable to pay the average car repair bill without going into debt, the…
Score a Great Deal on Your Next Car
March 08, 2017. AAA Staff
Buying a car can be exciting, but stressful. Getting a good price will lessen the latter. John Paul, AAA’s Car Doctor, has the following advice to help you get a fair deal on your next purchase. Research the market. The internet is loaded with resources for researching vehicle prices. Websites such as www.nadaguides.com provide price…
Driver Do’s and Don’ts: Right Way to Store Summer Tires
January 01, 2017. Roberto Cruz
With big treads and softer rubber, winter tires give your vehicle better traction on nasty roads. If you recently made the switch to winter rollers, here’s some advice from AAA’s Car Doctor John Paul on what to do with your summer set for the next few months. DO Clean the tires with soap and water…