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Spring Break Safe Driving Tips
Posted in: Blog, Driving Tips
Spring break road trips are a great American tradition. Every year when the weather starts to warm up and universities across the land take a break, college students pile into their cars and head south for a week of fun, relaxation, and often ribald behavior. Many families take spring break road trips as well, but […]
Is My Car at Risk for “Polymer Degradation”?
Posted in: auto maintenance, Blog
Let’s get right to the point: the answer is “yes.” In fact, any polymer-based product or material you own will suffer from polymer degradation, which is a change in the properties of the material or product. It’s caused by constant exposure to heat, light, and certain chemicals, including alkalis and acids, and typically results in […]
Why Living By The Ocean Can Lead To Auto Body Repairs
Posted in: auto maintenance, Blog
Living by the ocean must be an enjoyable experience because so many people do it. In fact, millions of people in the U.S. live on or near the shores of the East Coast, West Coast, and the Gulf of Mexico. There’s something about the smell of the ocean, the cool breezes and the sound of […]
Chicago Winter Car Care: Does Snow Salt Damage Cars?
Posted in: auto maintenance, Blog
Chicago is known for a lot of things, including great deep dish pizza and hot jazz. It’s also known for cold, harsh winters that can make driving unsafe. That’s why snow plows applying salt to icy roads in the wintertime is a common sight in the Windy City area. Despite the advantage of making the […]
These 5 Technologies Reduce Your Risk of an Auto Collision
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For nearly a century, auto manufacturers focused on developing safety features, such as seat belts, air bags, and crumple zones, to prevent fatalities and reduce injuries after an auto accident occurs. Over the past two decades, new technologies to improve auto safety have grown by leaps and bounds. As a result, auto makers are taking […]