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How to Check Your Brakes for Safety
Driving around with worn out brakes is a dangerous practice. Make sure you can stop when you need to stop by checking your brakes yourself from time to time. Most drivers figure out their brakes need replacing far after they needed replacing. Not being able to stop is...
How to Wash a Car Legally in Sunnyvale CA
There is good news and bad news about how to wash a car in Sunnyvale. While the 2017 rainy season broke records and the draught is officially declared finished for now, conservation is still on the table. How to Wash a Car Of course, how to wash a car efficiently will...
How Many California DMV Test Questions Can You Answer Correctly?
Test your knowledge with these actual questions from a Sample California DMV test. Are you smarter than a teenage new driver? Let’s find out! California DMV Test 1. You must notify the DMV within 5 days if you: A. Sell or transfer your vehicle. B. Fail a smog test for...
Unforgettable Road Trip to See Colorful Foliage in Northern California
You don’t have to be in the great white north to take a quick road trip to see the fall colors. You can do that right here in The Bay Area. Road Trip! Summertime is over and now it is time for the transition into autumn. When you’re looking for something to do for a...
Cost of Roadside Assistance and How to Get It Free
The cost of roadside assistance can be quite high, depending on what organization helps you. But there are ways to get roadside assistance for free, if you plan ahead. Cost of Roadside Assistance The cost of roadside assistance has dramatically risen in the past...
Honda Brake Pad Replacement
You’re smart to do a Honda brake pad replacement early rather than later. The longer you wait to get the brake maintenance done, the better the chance rotors and other parts will need to be replaced, too. It can get rather expensive. But, have no fear. A1 Performance...
Car Break-Ins Near All Time High in Bay Area
The car break-in epidemic continues in the Bay Area, particularly at tourist spots. People jump out of their car for just a minute to take a selfie and return to their vehicle to find its windows smashed and their valuables stolen. There were about 29,000 car...
Worst Cars to Buy
When you’re car shopping for a used car, you pray every time you fall in love with one that this one won’t be like that other one you suffered with that one time. There are so many stinkers these days, that it isn’t enough to name a brand like Yugo and be done with...
Signs Your Transmission is Going to Fail
Your transmission should last a good long time. However, it if is getting up there in years and miles then that funny sound might be a clue that the end is near. Here are some symptoms of a transmission gone wrong. Transmission Not every symptom means it is going to...
Things to Do in The Bay Area That Are Really Cool
Sure, you need some things to do in The Bay Area when the relatives come to visit you. The Fisherman’s Warf is something you can only do so many times before you just plain refuse to do it again. So, here is a spot you might not ever tire of seeing. Things to Do in...
When to Replace Brake Shoes on an Older Car or Truck
Most people don’t have to replace their brakes very often. But those who like to drive with a foot on the brake pedal will feel that “when to replace brake shoes” seems to be all the time! Good driving practices will get more life out of your brake shoes or brake...
Suburban Eaten by Wild Animals Says Speaker of the House
We all have our little problems and Paul Ryan, the Speaker of the House, seems to have more than his share now that his Suburban has been eaten by wild animals. How Much Suburban Can a Woodchuck Chuck? Apparently, Ryan left his Chevy Suburban over at his mom’s house...
Tesla Tax Credit Expires but You Can Still Get the $7500
Think fast, the Tesla company has sold its 200,000th credit-qualifying car, so it no longer qualifies for the federal electric car tax credit. However, there is a catch. Even though Tesla passed the mark, the Feds told Tesla they’ll still issue it until January 2019!...
Electric Vehicle Tax Credit for Silicon Valley
Owning an electric car is great. There is so much less mess, smell and cost involved in operating an electric car. A hybrid car is almost as good. And as a bonus, there are tax credits and rebates for these cars issued by the state of California and the Federal...
Parking Rules and Regulations for the City of Sunnyvale CA
Regulations in regard to parking in Sunnyvale change from time to time. Here are some of the rules you need to follow when parking in the city. Parking Sunnyvale has a lot of parking regulations and this keeps the city operating with a good flow, plus is keeps the...
Your Car Hose Needs a Check Every Season
The car hose that connects the radiator to the coolant system is vulnerable to the wear and tear of temperature, weather and other factors. If it comes loose or splits, you will have a disaster on your hands. Car Hose There are several car hoses in your car: Upper...
BMW’s Numerous Cybersecurity Flaws Discovered by Chinese Hackers
Many BMW automobiles have been hacked by Chinese security researchers. In March of 2018, they discovered 14 points of vulnerability in many BMW models. These security flaws can allow a hacker to take control of your car while you’re driving it. BMW Models Effected The...
How to Have Fun: Tips for Long Drive in the Car
Driving all day can be maddening and make you sleepy, so here are some tips for the long drive in the car on this year’s vacation road trip. Tips for Long Drive in the Car Yeah, it is tough if you have to drive all day and you’re not used to doing that. So, here are...
