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The Link between Auto Repair and Fuel Efficiency

posted on 2/22/2023 10:30:00 AM

Many untreated auto repairs can hinder the fuel efficiency of your vehicle, costing you more at the pump over time. With rising gas prices, our team at Cox Tire LLC has outlined several simple but important vehicle maintenance and repair suggestions which can positively affect fuel consumption as well as prevent wear and tear of your vehicle.Regular Oil ChangesFollowing recommended oil change intervals set by your vehicle's manufacturer can increase engine performance, and helps your engine ...

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Getting Road Trip Ready During Winter 2022

posted on 12/9/2022 8:26:00 AM

Winter is the season for traveling to new destinations with your family and friends for the holidays. Being prepared is important to ensure your trip goes as smoothly as possible. From a pre-trip inspection for ensuring your vehicle is ready to hit the road, to being prepared for the unexpected during your travel, the team at Cox Tire, LLC has outlined some important steps to take to before you hit the road.Inspect Your Spare TireAlways check your spare tire to ensure that it is in good conditio...

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How to Safely Sanitize Your Vehicle

posted on 7/17/2020 9:25:00 AM

Germs and dirty surfaces can make you cringe on the thought of touching or sitting in an area filled with it. Well, fun fact, your car probably isn’t the pristine haven you think it is. According to studies, the average steering wheel is four times dirtier than a public toilet seat. Then they are all the other frequently touched areas in your cars such as the cup holder, seat belts, and door handles, and touch pads; they can’t be too much cleaner. Now more than ever, it seems timely ...

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How Does a Car’s Muffler Work?

posted on 6/15/2020 8:09:00 AM

Your vehicle’s engine produces small explosions of harmful emissions which come from the combustion chamber. These explosions produce dangerous gases such as carbon dioxide, carbon monoxide, hydrocarbons and nitrogen oxides. For safety, these dangerous gases are dispersed away from your vehicle’s cabin using an exhaust system, which the muffler is a key component of. To explain how the muffler works, we need to know the different components of the muffler. There are four s...

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What to Do About a Cracked Windshield

posted on 5/29/2020 1:41:00 PM

Damage to your windshield happens unexpectedly. The windshield is an important safety device of your vehicle, with its main function being to protect passengers as well as ensure the airbags properly do their job of protecting the vehicle occupants. A small chip on your windshield can turn into a crack across the entire length of the surface and require windshield replacement if not repaired quickly. Your windshield is there to help protect you from outside elements coming into the vehicle and a...

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How to Know You Need a Wheel Alignment

posted on 4/16/2020 2:44:00 PM

Wheel alignment is the process of adjusting the angles of the wheels on your vehicle to the specifications of your vehicle manufacturer. When your vehicle was built, the wheels were perfectly positioned to the manufacturer’s ideal specifications, but over time your vehicle loses its alignment. Misalignment issues can lead to serious safety and performance issues and costly repairs. A wheel alignment service will optimize the various angles of your wheels to each other, and to the road.&nbs...

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Benefits of a Clean Auto Air Filter

posted on 3/27/2020 8:28:00 AM

Did you know that changing your air filter can increase your car's fuel efficiency and prolong its engine life? The air filter's job is to deliver 10,000 gallons of clean air to the engine for every gallon of gas burned to enter the engine. Though it's only one small component among the many that make your car run, the air filter plays a big role in how your car runs and how long it runs. Car engines need an equal amount of fuel and clean air in order to run efficiently an...

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What to Do After a Car Accident

posted on 2/14/2020 9:57:00 AM

Staying safe on the road is every driver’s priority. This is why we get our cars repaired the moment we think that a problem exists. It's for the safety of everyone that there are so many laws in place that drivers need to follow. We all love the ability to drive to get where we want to. But we also need to take care of ourselves and other people on the road. While you may be the most careful driver out there, mistakes happen, and bad drivers can happen too. Automotive accidents a...

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The Link between Auto Repair and Fuel Efficiency

Getting Road Trip Ready During Winter 2022

How to Safely Sanitize Your Vehicle

How Does a Car’s Muffler Work?

What to Do About a Cracked Windshield

How to Know You Need a Wheel Alignment

Benefits of a Clean Auto Air Filter

What to Do After a Car Accident

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