2018
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Evaluating The Total Cost Of Ownership For A Used Freightliner
Before starting your business as an owner-operator, you need to evaluate what kind of return you can expect from a used semi. To do that, you will need to look at the total cost of ownership, or TCO. Why TCO is Important The TCO represents the price of the truck plus the costs associated with using the truck over time. You likely want your truck to work for you with as little hassle as possible for a good long while.
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Five Auto Maintenance Skills Every Driver Should Learn
Today, cars play a critical role in our lives. Actually, it is hard to imagine a life without one. But just like any other machine, cars can fail you. Auto breakdowns usually bring a lot of frustration, especially when they were not expected. Some of these breakdowns require simple auto repair skills, which you can easily do by yourself. Here are five basic auto repair skills every driver should learn.
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How To Choose A Wrecked Vehicle Buyer
Just because your car is wrecked doesn't mean you can't get a good price for it. It's essential to choose a good buyer for your car so you can have a head start if you wish to buy a new car. There are various avenues that you can choose from when you're looking to get rid of a wrecked car. Selling the Car Privately You can sell your car privately, and this is one of the best ways to get a good price for your car.
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How To Tell You Need A Custom Driveline For Your Vehicle
Many people make changes to their vehicles without considering their driveline. For example, if you add a lift to your truck or make changes to the engine, you also need to make sure your driveline can handle the change. When your vehicle starts shaking, the vibrations are a sign you need your driveline repaired or swapped for a custom one. The Vehicle Vibrates when Driving Slow If your vehicle starts vibrating while you're driving slowly, but not while you're driving normally, you can have a driveline problem.
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Safety Tips For Car Owners
Driving or riding in an automobile is likely one of the most dangerous tasks that many people will do. While there are many safety features designed to make riding in a car as safe a possible, there are some steps that car owners should be taking to care for these components and to prepare for the risk of a serious accident or problem. Periodically Check The Seat Belts The seat belts are easily one of the most important safety features in your car.
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4 Ways An Emergency Towing Service Can Help You Out Of A Jam This Summer
If you find yourself in a jam this summer while you are out on the road, you need to make sure that you have a 24-hour emergency roadside assistance service package to help you out of any bad situation that you find yourself in. An emergency roadside assistance service can bring you fuel, give you a jump-start, bring you a new battery, or provide you with a tow. Bring You Fuel
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Having Problems With Your Transmission? Signs That You Are And Tips To Get It Repaired
If the transmission is not working in your car, you will have a variety of problems. To help you determine this, below are some of these problems, as well as tips on getting your transmission repaired if it is found to be bad. Signs of Trouble One sign that that your transmission is going bad is you will feel it slip when your car is changing gears while you are driving it.
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Are You Suffering From Early On-Set Arthritis? Consider A Wheelchair Van
Arthritis can be a very debilitating disease, particularly if it impacts you early in your life. Unfortunately, it can cause a young person to lose their mobility and to struggle later in life. That's just one reason why a good wheelchair van is a wise investment. Arthritis Can Limit Your Mobility Arthritis is a debilitating disease that attacks your joints and makes it harder for you to move. For example, it could attack your knees and make it nearly impossible for you to walk.
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