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Here at Earthycars, we understand how frantic the back-to-school period can be for Williston parents and students. With so much on your plate, it can be easy to forget about important tasks like vehicle maintenance. As such, we have put together some quick back-to-school tips you can follow to make sure your vehicle is in great condition for the entire year.

One of the first things you should do if you want to make sure that your car keeps running smoothly is have a mechanic or auto technician check out any lights that you may have on your dashboard
 

 

It's important that air is allowed to flow into, through and out of your vehicle. This can help to improve gas mileage, keep engine components cool and cycle dirty air out of the cabin. However, this may not be possible unless the cabin and engine air filters are properly maintained.

If engine parts get too hot, they could stop working properly or stop working at all. The increased heat could also melt wires or lead to an engine fire, which could put you and your passengers in danger. Ideally, you will visit Earthycars to have air filters inspected or…

Among the many components in your vehicle that are responsible for it running is the set of belts and hoses. These components not only help with making sure all of the fluids get to the right components but also help to regulate the movement of moving parts so that the engine can run well.

One of the types of belts that is very crucial to the running of your engine is the timing belts. Once the belt wears out, then it can cause the engine to fall apart with the camshaft, crankshaft and distributing running out of sync.

 

 

Trucks boasting of their power often make mention of payload and towing capacity. Newbies to the market might assume the two are the same. That's not an accurate assessment. The two terms refer to two completely different attributes.

Payload refers to what you put inside the vehicle. If a car or truck has a 1,500 lb. payload, then the vehicle can carry 1,500 lbs. of weight. The weight can take any form. Passengers, items placed in the trunk, and more could comprise payload.

Towing refers to what is pulled behind the vehicle....

 

One of the first steps to take in customizing the exterior of your vehicle is to debadge your car. Follow these simple steps to try to remove some of the emblems and logos without damaging the paint.

First of all, you need to try to figure out how the emblem has been attached to the exterior paint. If it's attached via a clip, it may need additional attention. Badges attached via adhesive can be easily removed at home.

Try using a spray adhesive remover to make it easier to get off the paint. Let adhesive loosener sit for a…

Road trips are one of those things you hear about a lot. They often bring to mind images of people traveling cross country and having a blast. However, there is one factor that needs to be consider. That factor is a budget. A road trip is very likely going to cost money. Therefore, you are going to have to figure out a way to plan it.

When planning a road trip on a budget, you want to plan out the route. This is so that you do not get lost and wind up wasting gas trying to find your way…

At Earthycars, we’re all about making sure that our customers can tackle the rainy weather safely on the roads. When it rains in Williston, there are a few tips to help you confidently navigate your way.

Properly maintained equipment is of the utmost importance. This includes maintaining the right amount of pressure in your tires and having working headlights and taillights. If it’s been a while since you replaced your windshield wiper blades, you should do that, too.

Always slow down when it’s raining outside...

Driving for Uber, Lyft, or some other ride sharing program will require the right vehicle. It should be in decent shape and be durable, but you will want to avoid luxury vehicles since you will be putting so many miles on it while you're driving strangers to their destinations.

If you're only driving individuals or small parties, a mid-size four-door sedan will be ideal. Some of the better options in this category include:

• Toyota Camry
• Honda Accord
• Chevy Malibu
• Ford Fusion

Naturally, the hybrid versions of these vehicles will also work well.

If you're going to be…

At Earthycars, we understand that although we're excited about winter weather and all the fun it brings, it makes good sense to pack a winter car survival kit. Whether this is geared to keep you alive for a pre-determined amount of time if you're stranded, designed to help you deal with winter roadside emergencies, or packed with the idea of assisting you to obtain help in mind, it's certainly a necessity.

Consider adding the following items to your car kit, packed securely:

• flashlight and batteries
• extra set of winter clothing
• blankets
• snacks and bottled water
• first aid…

These warning signs your car tires need to be replaced could be the difference in you being stranded on the road when a tire has a blowout.

1. If your car is equipped with a tire warning light, take action the first time this light flashes.
2. If you notice low tire tread, you are putting yourself and other motorists in danger because the vehicle is going to have trouble gripping the road surface in bad weather.
3. Any cracked tires is an indication of a defect or a serious failure.
4. With wear on one side of the car tire, it could be…