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Sometimes, you might feel your car turning too much while you're navigating curves in Milford. This could be the result of oversteer or understeer. It's important to understand the differences between the two terms so that you maintain control of your vehicle on the road.

If you're trying to turn your car but your car doesn't want to follow the turn, then it's called understeer. However, when the rear of your car tends to want to slide around to try to get ahead of the front of your car, then it's considered oversteer.

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Your vehicle needs clean oil in order to operate efficiently and safely. Over time, dirt and grime build up in the oil. This causes it to become less effective in providing lubrication protection for your vehicle. You should change your oil on a regular basis even if you don't drive your car too many miles each year.

Every vehicle that is on the market has a recommended oil change interval provided by the vehicle's manufacturer. Each vehicle is different. As a general rule, many newer vehicles have an every 5,000 miles or six months oil change interval…

People on bikes have the right to ride along on the road just like you do in your automobile. Unfortunately, bikes don't provide anywhere near as much protection as a vehicle does. Because of this, you'll want to make sure you keep your eyes peeled for bicyclists on the road with you. This will keep everybody safe while they are en route.

Understand that bikes have the same rules of the road to follow. They have to abide by stop signs, traffic lights and lane changes. Don't assume they're going to let you pass because you…

Emergency roadside kits are very important for all drivers to have access to, but many people don't have any kind of go bag ready in case something happens. Once in a while we'll see people drive up to the i.g. Burton & Co. Inc. lot for maintenance and notice that they have a massive suitcase in the back. While it's good to be prepared, most drivers don't need something that size!

There are some premade options available on the market. However, if you're putting together your own kit you'll want to have these following…

It is inevitable that your vehicle is going to require some sort of service or repair during the time that you own your vehicle. This is just part of keeping a vehicle running. The muffler and exhaust on a vehicle are two very commonly repaired areas. A muffler can simply wear down with daily use of your vehicle. You could damage a brand-new muffler if you drive over a large bump in the road, or run over some debris in the road. Your exhaust can easily become damaged or dislodged as well.

Some common signs...

 

When you buy a vehicle, there may be one or more badges on it. These badges generally display the brand or trim level of the vehicle that you are driving. They can be removed to protect your privacy or to make the car or truck look nicer.

The first step in the process is to soften the badge adhesive using hot water or heat from a hair dryer. The next step is to cut, wedge or scrape it off using floss, a card or other small tools that you have available. Finally, be sure to gently wipe any remaining adhesive…

When you press down on the brake pedal, it should feel firm as opposed to spongy. A spongy brake pedal could indicate that there is a problem with the brake line. It is possible that there is air getting into the brake line or that it is rusted out.

Rust could also wreak havoc with disc brake calipers. If the calipers are rusted, brake fluid can leak, which can result in the brakes not working as they should. Finally, a worn master cylinder can cause issues when pressing on the brake pedal. This is a serious issue that should be…

You're probably aware that your car's battery is more likely to die during a hot summer or a cold winter, but it turns out that there are some reasons for that. If a car battery is heated up too much in the summer, some of its electrolytes could actually evaporate. This can irreversibly lower the battery's lifespan unless the electrolyte is recharged. In fact, a battery's life may be cut in half for each increment of 15 degrees over the optimal operating temperature of 77 degrees Fahrenheit.

As for why batteries die in the winter, that…

Your vehicle is full of all sorts of technology and devices to keep you from having an accident and keep you safe if you do. However, most cars will not be much help in determining whose fault the accident was if one does occur. This is where the biggest benefit of installing a dash cam in your vehicle comes from.

Even if there are witnesses to the accident testifying to the fault of the other driver, it can be very difficult to prove you are not at fault in many circumstances. Do not depend on the whim of the responding…

When purchasing a new vehicle, it's best to take note of its many features, so you'll know exactly the kind of capabilities it has when you need them. Knowing the load capacity of your vehicle is vital for those times when you need to haul cargo.

While SUVs are sturdy vehicles that appear to haul large amounts with ease, each vehicle has a set weight limit that it is able to manage. Drivers should take into account their vehicle's load capacity when planning to haul cargo, factoring in the weight of passengers along with how much fuel…