Fullsize Pickup Truck
Tesla Delivers First $79,990 Cybertruck AWD
It’s “a flop.” It’s “silent, swift, and sweet.” It’s “what the future needs to be.” It has “already lost its…
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What Is Dielectric Grease?
Dielectric grease is a silicone-based lubricant applied to electrical contact points to insulate against moisture and corrosion, overheating, and debris.
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What Are Brake Rotors?
Brake rotors, also known as brake discs, are part of a disc brake system. Made of metal or ceramic materials, the discs rotate with the wheels. A caliper fits on the edge of the rotor, with pistons that push brake pads against the rotor to slow its rotation through friction.
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What Are Brake Pads?
Brake pads are components of disc braking systems. The pad is made of a friction material mounted inside the caliper, where it can press against the rotor surface, slowing the rotation.
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What Does It Mean to Have a Vehicle Detailed?
A vehicle detail is an interior and exterior deep cleaning.
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What Are New Tires?
Buying a car with new tires can delay the expense of tire replacement, which can run from $75 per tire up to $500 per tire or more, depending on the size and specification of the tire. Ask the seller for documentation to determine whether the car you’re looking at has new tires and a transferrable warranty, as this could be a money saver in your purchase.
Electric Vehicle
Michigan Installs America’s First EV-Charging Road
You’re driving nervous, watching the battery charge go down, and worrying about stopping to charge. You round the corner onto…
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AAA: More Than Half of All Drivers Knowingly Unsafe
We all know how to be safe drivers. But less than half of us do what we know we should…
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Report: EVs Suffer 79% More Problems Than Gas Cars
New technologies tend to be less reliable than proven technologies. But the Consumer Reports’ 2023 Auto Reliability Survey headline is…
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What Are New Brakes?
Properly operating brakes enhance safety, and are an essential feature for any vehicle. A complete brake system consists of many parts, some of which are engineered to last the life of your car and only need attention when damaged or worn due to unusual circumstances. However, discs, pads, and shoes are considered wear items and need to be inspected and reconditioned or replaced following a maintenance schedule.