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Don’t let the fact that you’ve never jump started another vehicle stop you from learning how to do it. With some basic knowledge and a little practice, you’ll soon realize that it’s a straightforward process. One of the basics is to realize that each end of the cables has a positive cable and a negative cable. The positive is marked with red and the negative is in black. Another point is that once you begin to connect the cables to a battery, use care with the other cable ends so they don’t touch a metal…

If you have a blowout while driving, your car will suddenly lose control and become difficult to steer. If the tire goes flat, steering will be difficult also.

When this happens, pull your vehicle off the road to a safe location. If you have to drive on the rim of the tire for a short distance, that is fine. It is better to be safe. The rim is replaceable. Once you get to a stopping spot, decide if it is safe to get out of the vehicle. 

Having a vehicle that is capable of towing a trailer, RV or boat is a great benefit. You need to be knowledgeable about a few things, however, to stay safe on the road while you are towing. Following these recommendations with not only ensure your safety but will also keep your vehicle from being damaged.

Things that you will want to keep in mind include making sure that the trailer lights are engaged with your vehicle and are working properly.

Always keep a #sparetire, and make sure it's properly inflated and ready for use. You never know when you're going to need it. pic.twitter.com/3PyJvwIjS6

— Anacortes Automotive (@Anaauto) September 29, 2017

You can save yourself a lot of time and frustration by knowing which type of spare tire you have.

If you have a compact spare tire, also known as a “donut”, then you might be able to change the flat tire yourself. This can save you from having to wait for roadside assistance. 

Is your #alternator going bad? We can replace it if necessary! pic.twitter.com/6FP6XrnuI2

— Big Al's Tires (@BigAlsTires) January 15, 2018

When starting your car, the most important component is your battery, and this is because your battery powers your car’s electric starter motor. But what if your starter is working just fine but your car won’t start?

The alternator is another component that must be working for your car to keep running. 

The Move Over law is an important one because it actually helps to save countless lives. By simply getting over on the highway when you are passing a stopped vehicle, you are preventing another potential highway fatality. Many people are killed every year on the highways because they were struck by a fast-moving vehicle. Steve Hopkins Honda wants to keep you informed about the Move Over law and its critical provisions.

 

The most important reason not to use water for windshield wiper fluid is that it will freeze in cold weather. Regular washer fluid never freezes due to its alcohol content so when the ice and snow comes, you can be prepared.

It cleans better than water because it has special solvents designed to clean dirt, grime, and salt from your windshield. It keeps your glass clean from bugs and pollen in the warmer weather. Clean glass is important for you because you need to see clearly when driving.

Steve Hopkins Honda should check your windshield wiper fluid as part of…

Regular vehicle service is critical for drivers who care about safety and convenience. Setting up appointments for vehicle service is now simpler than ever before as well. People no longer have to deal with the hassles of calling just to get a time in the books. All our customers must do is make use of our stress-free online scheduling tool here at Steve Hopkins Honda.

Shopping for a new vehicle is a stressful process for many people. Cars are an expensive purchase. They are also very important to the people who need them. It is important for a person to find an automobile that not only suits their needs, but fits into their budget. Filling out an application online allows the potential purchaser to find out what their budget status is going to be before they enter the dealership. This alleviates a tense encounter of negotiating between the company staff and the consumer.

The car buyer will already know what they can afford...

It can be pretty daunting to figure out how to deal with the end of the vehicle leasing process. There are numerous in-depth options available to people, however.

You can give your leased vehicle back to the dealership, first of all. You can also take action to make your lease last a bit longer by extending it.