Archive for February, 2009
Are car care accessories, oil, coolant, etc. gonna be more expensive at a regular store or auto parts store?
Da Austrian Oak asked: By a regular store, I could mean a grocery store that also has a Pharmacy and office supplies, car stuff, magazines, etc., or a gas station, or whatever. By an auto parts store, I don’t mean one that sells just auto parts. The ones I’ve been to sell everything car-related. What [...]
How will fuel cells from current hybrid cars be disposed of when they are exhausted?
astrocatastrophe asked: Is the environmental impact of making and disposing of these fuel cells a good trade-off for the extra gas mileage and lower emissions? Probably yes, but I cannot find any reliable info on this.
Is a tire alignment necessary for car maintenance or only when you need it?
airforcewolf asked: I went to Tire Kingdom recently and they tried to persuade me to get a tire alignment as part of my car’s maintenance. But it handles just fine and I don’t really have any problems with the steering. The tires themselves are okay, too. Were they just trying to scam me or are [...]
What is the best car insurance provider for young drivers?
Smurfy asked: I have recently passed my driving test, and was wondering which car insurance provider is cheapest as most of them seem to be very expensive!
Quote on my car maintenance good or bad?
alphonseragusa asked: I am having my front brakes and rear struts replaced on a 2003 grand am for $425. This includes labor. How’s that sound?