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By April 27, 2007 0 Comments Read More →

Buying Teen or First Time Driver Auto Insurance

Once you own a car, you need auto insurance to protect yourself and your vehicle from damages, in case of any future accidents. Before selecting an auto insurance company, decide what coverage you want. Legally you must buy the stipulated basic minimum coverage.

Posted in: Auto Insurance
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Changing Your Car Insurance Company

Many people remain loyal to their original insurer for years together and continue paying the same auto insurance without considering a change of insurer. However, now with a greater choice of insurance companies you can get the same policy at a lower premium.

Posted in: Auto Insurance
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Ten Auto Insurance Myths

There are several myths regarding auto insurance. It is better to bust these myths so that you are not caught in a bind when buying auto insurance.

Posted in: Auto Insurance
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Secrets to Saving Money on Auto Insurance

Auto insurance is mandatory for every vehicle, but the premium can be exorbitant. Here are a few tips to help you save money on auto insurance. Review your existing auto insurance policy. If you have an old car, you can do without collision coverage. Ask your existing insurer for a loyalty discount. If you have a good, accident-free record, negotiate with the insurer to give you a no claims discount.

Posted in: Auto Insurance
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Ten Tips to Buying Auto Insurance

Follow these ten tips to get the best auto insurance with optimum coverage at a nominal cost. First assess your needs and decide what auto coverage you need, what does your existing policy cover and how much can you afford. This will help avoid unnecessary coverage that will save a lot of money.

Posted in: Auto Insurance
By April 26, 2007 0 Comments Read More →

2003 Dodge Dakota AC Blower High Speed Only

A friend has a 2003 Dodge Dakota. He called me this afternoon and told me that his AC only comes on in the when the fan is in the highest setting. Immediately, I thought it might be the switch. However, after researching it, I am learning that pressure in the system may also dictate if it will work.

Posted in: A/C and Heating
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1994 Ford Taurus – Smoke Coming from Left Rear Tire

I am having some trouble with my 1994 Ford Taurus. A few weeks ago, I ran over a branch that broke and bounced up into my undercarriage. I parked the car and turned it off only to find that smoke was coming from behind my left rear tire that smelled.

Posted in: Exhaust Smoke
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2003 Ford Taurus – Automatic Transmission Flush

I have a 2003 Ford Taurus with 63,000 miles on it. It never had a problem. The shifter cable went and is being replaced. The dealership also recommended a transmission flush, which they did.

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Heater Core Leaked – Pontiac Grand Prix – Cleaning Car Carpet

My daughter’s car has a Pontiac Grand Prix, which had a heating coil leak last week. The carpet was very wet on the passenger side. Should I be concerned about toxic mold setting up?

Posted in: Reader Questions
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Automatic Transmission Jerks Before It Shifts

My car will be driving normally, then sometimes when I start to speed up a little, it will rev high (between 4 and 5) and then jerk into gear. Do you think this could be my transmission?