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Our team here at Earthycars wants you to know as much about your vehicle as possible. When navigating gravel roads and inclement weather conditions, a vehicle with four-wheel drive can be the hero of the day.

When it comes to 4H, high-range four-wheel drive allows you to travel at regular speeds. 4H is an ideal setting for ice, snow, and wet road conditions. If you're on a loose-gravel road or packed sand or mud, it's also a good choice. 4H gives you extra traction when you need it.

 

 

Different truck cab styles let you customize your ride to your requirements and preferences. As styles and their names come, go or change, telling them apart gets a bit harder. We here at Earthycars in Williston love to dispel confusion about trucks, so here's a basic rundown of cab styles.

Regular, Extended, Double, Crew

Regular cab, or standard, is the classic, two-door pickup popular in the country and the city. Extended cab has two front doors, two back "suicide" doors and, occasionally, space behind the front seats for storage or a jump seat.

 

For years, the Toyota Corolla has been a popular compact car. You can drive around in a sportier version. At Earthycars, we’ll show you all of the exterior features to look forward to.

One of the first things you are likely to notice is the sporty front fascia. This is designed to give it an aggressive look. When you’re driving at night, the bi-LED headlights will be quite stylish. You can also choose the available multi-LED headlights, complete with LED accent lights. Either way, they use less energy than standard lights.
 

 

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…

We have all seen the effects of cars sliding out of control on icy roads on the news. Things can get very dangerous when large vehicles are no longer in the control of the drivers. You will be one of the people who will know exactly what to do to stop your car from sliding during these conditions.

The first thing you need to do when you feel that rear wheel sliding in a certain direction is calm your nerves. We know this is very hard to do because something completely unexpected is happening; however, you need to visualize something…

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…

Whether it's a compact hatchback, mid-size sedan or full-size SUV, a modern passenger car is supposed to have an infotainment system. Earthycars will provide detailed specifications on this hardware that delivers information and entertainment in a single package.

When shopping for a vehicle in the Burlington area, you should consider the high-tech features that are included in the infotainment console. This hardware unit should have a touch-screen display with clear graphics in high resolution. A 

 

You want to be smart when choosing a vehicle to invest in and we would like to help you figure out what will work out the best for you. We feel that you might be happy in a crossover and that this type of vehicle might give you all of the features that you are seeking.

When you drive a crossover, you are given a lot of cargo space to use as you please. It can be difficult for you to fit all of your purchases in a sedan after a big shopping trip but you get a lot of…

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…

One of the main advantages of tonneau or truck bed covers is the protection they provide. UV rays and rain can seriously damage your belongings, and when things are left in the open, they're likely to 'disappear'. However, with a solid, locking tonneau cover, drivers all over Vermont can feel more secure. Read on to learn the pros and cons of truck bed covers.

• Pro: Although many believe tonneau covers make it harder to access their gear, several types offer easy access without sacrificing protection. For instance, a folding tonneau cover allows you to access your truck bed while…