Today's Car Care Tip: Packing A Travel Safety Kit for the Car
My friend Terry Keller (owner of Keller Bros. Auto) recently came up with a list for travel safety for his car. So did his wife, and I think they're both pretty good in their own ways. Put them together, and you've got a pretty complete list for just about any car trip you can take!Terry's List
- First Aid Kit
- Blanket
- Some tools
- A flare
- Flashlight
- Jumper cables
- And a cell phone
- Snacks
- Wet wipes
- Kleenex
- Drinks
- Art supplies
- Game Boy
- and a TV and movies
Handy Car Care Tips and Suggestions
- Used Car Buyers’ Checklist – Don’t buy a used car without running through this! These are the questions every used car buyer should ask.
- Going Green with your Car – How to go green with your car and reduce your carbon footprint!
- Fuel Saving Tips – Here are some easy ways to increase your gas mileage at home!
- Report A Pothole in the Denver area – If you’re sick of hitting the same pothole everyday, use one of these numbers to report a pothole in your area!
Fluid Colors
These are what your vehicle’s fluids look like when they’re brand new and just added to your vehicle. If they’re black, smell burnt, or just past your manufacturer’s recommended service interval, getting these fluids changed can prevent big expenses down the road. Click here to see the fluid chart.
Vehicle Systems
These are diagrams of how all of the integral systems in your car work. From your air conditioning, to your brakes, to your engine, use these diagrams to see how everything works, and why certain repairs and preventative maintenance services are necessary, and can save you money in the long run. Click on any picture below to see a larger diagram!