automotive

3 Reasons Why Flat Bed Towing Is Better For Your Vehicle

If you find yourself in need of a tow, you might not be thinking about the type of truck that will be used to pick it up. However, there are different types of towing out there, including flat bed towing and dolly towing. Although there are reasons for each type of towing, many people find that flat bed towing from a company like Darrah's Towing & Recovery is the best choice for their vehicles.

Four Things To Do With Your Possessions When You Are Between Homes

Selling one home while buying another is tricky. Do you put your old home on the market and sell it before you buy a new home, leaving yourself "homeless" for awhile? Or do you shop and buy a new home, then hope your old home will sell quickly? The timing doesn't always work out the way you want it to, so you might find yourself between homes for awhile. Here are some tips for packing and storing extra items while you are in the waiting zone.

Transmission Fluid: When To Change It, And Physical Signs To Observe

You can learn a lot about your car's transmission by looking at its fluid. New transmission fluid is odorless and transparent, and may have a reddish color depending on its manufacturer. In almost every case, new fluid looks and smells clean - checking its odor and color is a great way to determine whether your transmission is working normally, or if it needs service. Here, you will learn the four basic conditions of transmission fluid.

Fixing A Crack In Your Fiberglass Fender

If you are in the process of restoring an older vehicle, you will most likely need to dabble in the art of fiberglass repair. Fiberglass is durable and light, and it is used on many vehicles for this reason. When you get a crack or tear in the fiberglass of your vehicle's fender, it will be a little messy to repair, but the end result will be worth the headache. Here are some instructions on how to repair a fiberglass fender.

How Trucking Companies Can Reduce Fuel And Maintenance Costs

Fuel and maintenance costs for trucking companies are the biggest expenses they have associated with keeping their vehicles on the road.  In order for them to make a profit, they have to keep their trucks rolling and their customers' freight moving smoothly from warehouse to warehouse.  In order to do that and reduce costs, here are some tips trucking companies can use to help save on fuel and maintenance costs.