Whatever the time of year, it’s a good time to think about a road trip tool kit for the trunk of your car. Murphy’s law tends to strike when or where you least expect it. The truth is: It’s better to be prepared than to be sorry. So what do you really need to carry in the trunk of your car? There are certain items considered universal and can easily fit into a toolbox in the trunk. Check them out ...
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Despite the fact that almost every driver believes that he or she is responsible behind the wheel, an alarming number of car crashes occur on the road every year. Often, these accidents are the result of a momentary lapse of judgment or unforeseen maintenance issue. Here are some car travel tips and car safety tips on unexpected ways to reduce the likelihood of an accident. Swerving When suddenl ...
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What's New for 2015 For 2015, the Honda Crosstour is essentially unchanged from last year. Introduction There was a time when you could buy Honda Accord hatchbacks and wagons. But since the 2010 model year, Hondahas been offering the four-door, Accord-based Crosstour hatchback, which is sort of a blend of these two ideas with a few crossover SUV characteristics thrown in for good measur ...
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The Steel and Engineering Workers’ Union of Nigeria (SEWUN) has urged President Muhammadu Buhari to probe the sale of automobile firms by the Bureau of Public Enterprise (BPE), carried out years ago. They are asking for a review of the privatisation process, claiming that due process was not followed in the sale of the companies. The National President of the Union, Elijah Adigun, in his addre ...
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The trunk is one of the most overlooked parts of a car when it comes to cleaning. Most people will clean the interior and exterior as well as the wheels with tire dressing. However when it comes to the trunk, many people forget about it. It’s important to keep a clean trunk because that is where you haul some of your most valuable cargo. Groceries, clothing and small furniture purchased at s ...
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What's New for 2015 Aside from some minor changes to options packages, the 2015 Hyundai Elantra carries over unchanged. Introduction If you're interested in buying a compact sedan, high fuel economy and good value are probably right at the top of your list of requirements. And wouldn't it be nice to get something stylish and entertaining to drive as added bonuses? If that's your thinking, ...
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Drophead Meaning: British for "convertible," most commonly used by Rolls-Royce. You know, because "convertible" is apparently too common. Beltline Meaning: The lower edge of wherever all the glass on your ride ends is what forms your car's beltline. A, B, and C Pillars Meaning: The A pillars on your car hold either side of the windshield in place. B pillars start where the ...
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What's New for 2015 For 2015, the Ford Escape sees just a very minor shuffling of equipment. Introduction A compact crossover typically stands out among its peers about as much as an Emperor penguin does while chilling on an ice floe with a hundred or so of his mates. Yet the 2015 Ford Escape manages to not only distinguish itself with its chiseled good looks, but also garner critical pra ...
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Touching up a small scratch on your car with a little bottle of touch-up paint is easy. Before you start the job, mask the surrounding area well and use even, sweeping strokes to apply the paint. (Follow the directions on the can carefully.) The techniques used to paint the body of a vehicle can vary depending on the size of the area you’re working on and the original paint and finish. Unless you h ...
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Bank finance of any kind in Nigeria can be a daunting prospect. Yet for effective personal or business money management, leveraging (loans) is vital, most especially in the day to day existence of entrepreneurs. Now, either for pleasure or business, a new car is rightly considered a big deal. For some, it is the major pointer of how well a business or businessman is doing. After all, you would be ...
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