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Useful Apps for Road Trips

Are you planning a road trip? Check out these useful apps during your travels.

iExit
A must-download for interstate driving, this app will tell you what you'll find at each upcoming exit - restaurants, gas stations, hotels - so you can plan your pit stops, rather than just winging it. Free.

GasBuddy
Use this not only to locate the closest gas stations, with customer reviews, but to find out the gas prices at…
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When Should I Change My Wiper Blades?

Most of the time the answer is NOW because you are driving in a heavy rain storm and realize that they aren't doing their job. The next day is sunny and the wipers are forgotten about again until the next storm. Wiper blades and inserts are a maintenance item that should be checked and or changed periodically. Most manufacturers recommend at least once a year.

Wipers should be checked monthly and cleaning with a…
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Basic Benefits of Nitrogen in Tires

Nitrogen is less likely to migrate through tire rubber than is oxygen, which means that your tire pressures will remain more stable over time and temperature changes. Nitrogen installation can cut down on the frequency of your low tire light illuminating; however it does not completely eliminate the need for occasional pressure adjustments.

With nitrogen, your tire pressures will remain more constant, saving you a small amount in fuel and tire-maintenance costs. There will be…
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Is Your Vehicle Ready For Spring?

Spring is right around the corner, but for those of you who suffer from allergies like hay fever or asthma, spring may not be the most comfortable time of year. One of the quickest and easiest ways you can reduce pollens entering your vehicle's interior cabin is to check to see if your vehicle's cabin air filter needs to be changed.

The benefits of replacing a car's cabin filter include:
  • Protects occupants…
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Why should I have my brake fluid serviced?


Brake fluid naturally absorbs moisture from the atmosphere. As the moisture content increases, the fluids boiling point decreases. Overtime braking performance can deteriorate due to inadequate heat dissipation. In addition, increased moisture content can contribute to deposit formations and corrosion inside brake components. Since Brake fluid moisture absorption is unavoidable, many manufacturers recommend a fluid exchange as part of their service intervals.

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Three Easy Ways to Go Green with Your Car

Information used from www.carcare.com
Looking for ways to become more environmentally friendly with your car? Motorists can help protect the environment by following four simple steps from the non-profit Car Care Council.
 
1. Follow a vehicle service schedule including steps like checking engine performance, keeping tires properly inflated, replacing air filters regularly, changing oil regularly and checking your gas cap. Routine maintenance helps reduce emissions and fuel consumption, saving money at the pump…
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Replace Your Filter

Its springtime and everything is renewing and growing. It’s a great time of year unless you have allergies. Cabin or passenger compartment filters reduce the amount of airborne contaminants entering the vehicle and can help your passengers breathe easier. Subaru recommends replacement every 12000 to 15000 and depending on driving conditions intervals may be sooner. If neglected, clogged filters can reduce the amount of air flow from the HVAC system outlets and put increased…

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Pet Travel Tips



Distraction Prevention vs. Crash Protection; Here’s what we’ve learned:

  • Pet travel harnesses come in two forms, those that only prevent distraction and those that provide actual crash protection. Choose wisely!
  • Prevent driver distraction! Did you know that distracted driving can be caused by not only your cell phone, but by the family pet? It’s important to be safer together on the road and ensure that your pet is safely harnessed in the…
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Show Off Your High Mileage!





Come in and show off the high mileage of your Subaru, just like Dina did. Or send in a photo of you with your Subaru.

It is not a secret that Subaru's last a long time. But they need the proper maintenance. See how many miles you can get on your Subaru!

Be sure to visit Subaru Concord for all your Subaru Service needs.
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Take Care of Your Brakes - They Can Save Your Life

If you're like most drivers, you don't think about your brakes until they stop working (and hopefully you're not careening down a mountain road when this happens). But, if you're smart, you'll take good care of your brakes. You'll replace the pads and resurface the rotors as needed. Still, when your mechanic recommends that you get your brake system flushed, do you think should you do it or save…
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