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Ever wonder how far your car can continue traveling on an empty tank?
While it can vary anywhere from 30 to 50 miles, driving on an empty tank can actually damage your fuel pump and clog the fuel filter. Try to fill your gas when you get down to a quarter tank full.
Tire blowouts can be scary and hard to navigate. To correctly handle a blowout, keep the wheel straight, wait for the vehicle to slow down, and stay calm.
The best way to avoid a blowout is to keep your tires at the proper inflation pressure. Check your tire pressure at least once a month!
ALLSTATE.COM
What to Do If Your Tire Blows Out | The Allstate Blog
Experiencing car trouble during a road trip is never ideal. Having preventative maintenance performed before your road trip can give you peace of mind and allow you to avoid the headache that comes with car trouble away from home.
Things to inspect before a road trip include:
- Battery
- Belts and hoses
- Fluids are topped off and filters are replaced
- Lights and electrical components are working
- Brakes
- Tires
ALLSTATE.COM
Get Your Car Ready for a Road Trip | Allstate
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"Portland Motor Works, Inc is absolutely the friendliest, most communicative shop I have ever had the pleasure of working with. I've consistently owned and driven European cars since my very first car and have had plenty of experience with various shops. Portland Motor Works gets the job done well and quickly, at a decent price and with thorough communication throughout the process."
- K. H.
All vehicle owners are familiar with their regular oil change, but here are 6 things that you might not know about engine oil:
1. It lubricates engine parts to prevent metal to metal contact and cleans up dirty deposits created during the combustion process.
2. Engine oils are rated in two ways: cold viscosity and hot viscosity, which indicates how the oil will respond to cold start ups.
3. Synthetic oils are distilled and rebuilt for better performance while mineral oils are essentially the same as when they are pulled from the ground.
4. Synthetic oils are more than just oil - they are scientifically modified to provide anti-wear, anti-oxidant, and anti-corrosion properties.
5. Added titanium in oils can actually reduce friction and engine wear.
6. Added magnetic particles in oil can also be beneficial because the magnetic particles cling to the engine to reduce wear upon start-up.
CARTHROTTLE.COM
6 Things You Might Not Know About Engine Oil
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Do you remember your first car? Let's face it - you probably drove a lemon. Whether it was a tin can or a straight up Flintstone-esque vehicle, chances are your first car has a special place in your heart.
What was your first car and what was your favorite memory of it?
EXTRAMILE.THEHARTFORD.COM
My First Car (A Compilation of Fond Memories)
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"Super friendly and efficient. A little pricy but very thorough."
- E. P.
Every time that someone mentions that they don’t have the proper setup to start camping, ask them one simple question. “Do you have a car?” If the answer is yes, then it’s time to fill them in on a little secret…It’s 100% possible to camp in your car! If you’re looking for ways to make car camping happen, here are some simple suggestions to get started.
AGIRLSGUIDETOCARS.COM
Gotta Get Away? 5 Ways Car Camping Has You Covered | A Girls Guide to Cars
Did you know that driving with excess junk in your trunk can have an effect on your vehicle?
An overloaded vehicle can:
- Decrease fuel efficiency
- Wear out your shocks and struts
- Wear down your tires faster
- Put your engine at risk of overheating
- Put you at risk for a tire blowout
- Reduce the effectiveness of your brakes
Keep your trunk empty and your vehicle clean to better maintain your vehicle overall.
Whether you're a seasoned driver or new behind the wheel, there are certain things that every driver should know that they don't teach you in Driver's Ed - how to check tire pressure, how to check tire tread, how to jump-start a car, how to change a tire, and more.
What are some other things you wish you were taught when learning how to drive?
When winter arrives, the last thing you want breaking down is your car's heater and defroster.
Not only is a frosty car inconvenient—it's also dangerous. Heat is needed to remove ice and fog build-up on your windshield. Without a working heater, your ability to see the road clearly can be severely hindered.
If you notice that your heater is faulty or doesn't work as efficiently as it used to, it's time to have it fixed!
During the month of October, The Car Care Council recommends that car owners follow its Fall Car Care Month checklist and inspect their vehicles before the temperatures drop and the weather begins to change. It’s a small investment of time and money to help avoid the cost and hassle of a breakdown during the colder months ahead.
CARCARE.ORG
Motorist Checklist for Fall Car Care Month in October - Be Car Care Aware
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"Niles and his team did an amazing job with a Pre purchase inspection of my 2016 BMW 328d wagon. I found a vehicle in this area of Portland while living in Seattle, and Niles made it easy to execute an in depth PPI. His front desk is also very VERY kind, and energetic. Niles himself is very knowledgeable, and gave me fair warning on many things, and gave me proper estimates on work that needed to be done. He was very open and honest, as he works for the client (us), instead of any dealership. Niles and his team were on top of communication from the very first call on the work that was needed, and helped me to purchase my new wagon! I am very grateful for his work that him and his team were able to do for me, and minimized the stress of buying a car from a different state. I highly recommend Portland Motor Works to anyone looking for a PPI, and work on their vehicles. 5 stars."
- J. W.
Despite their relatively easy operation, cars are actually very complex machines. Cars need fuel to operate, but what does the engine actually do with it?
In general, a standard internal combustion engine — what the majority of fuel-powered vehicles have today — uses air combined with gasoline to produce power. It is a complicated process that relies on many different parts and specific timing.
BLOG.NATIONWIDE.COM
Learn how car engines work
Your vehicle’s transmission is critical to the overall operation of your car, which is why an issue with the transmission should always be inspected at the first sign of trouble.
Here are 3 transmission problems that you should never ignore:
1. Issues switching gears
2. Leaking transmission fluid
3. Check engine warning light is on
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"The factory included service finally ran out so I was in search of a BMW mechanic near Happy Valley. Found PMW had very good reviews and when we finally needed them for a simple oil change I took it here. It was very simple to make an appointment online and the staff was great when we got there. As other reviewers noted they were very transparent with the included vehicle inspection. They noted some grease coming out of a u-joint but told me that it has some time before it's ready to replace. Knowing just enough about vehicles to ask some questions I got the answers I was looking for. Not a big place but they're big on customer service. Thanks crew at PMW!
Side note, since your so close, try the little Italian bakery across the street. Sooo good!"
- F. W.
When’s the last time you replaced your vehicle’s cabin air filter?
The cabin air filter, typically located behind the glove compartment, is responsible for filtering the air that comes into the cabin of your vehicle. This helps to remove pollutants and other contaminants.
Cabin air filters typically need to be replaced every 20,000 miles or so, and breathing in dirty air can be a danger to your health.
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" We are always pleased with your knowledge and ability to explain things to us. The work was done in one day and we have no complaints. Office staff is always so nice and helpful. PMW will be our go-to for any problems with my Beemer.
Karen Helzer"
- K. H.
Start the new year fresh by taking care of your vehicle’s outstanding maintenance!
Not only does routine auto care and preventative maintenance help keep your car safe and dependable, but it helps save money and avoid car trouble.
