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The Diesel Difference
Diesel cars of today are a far cry from those of decades long ago. Luckily for all of us, they no longer resemble the smoke belching, loud running vehicles of the past. Today, situated below higher priced electric or hybrid vehicles and offering better mileage than...
Prius MPG Dos and Don’ts
Prius mpg is estimated between 50 and 54 mpg by Toyota, the manufacturer. But is this the gas mileage you’ll get with your new Prius? Here are some dos and don’ts that will get you the very best mpg with your Prius. Prius MPG The manufacturer, Toyota in this case,...
Road Trip Planner That is Free
A road trip planner is a must if you are not the person that just yells, “Woohoo! And away we go,” then hits the road. You might be one of those people that needs to plan out every detail and needs some sort of destination. If that is the case, there are some free map...
Prius Is Today’s Ultimate Status Symbol
The Prius. Make jokes about it, but it is the big status symbol of today. If you aren’t electric then you are a bad cookie. If you are electric, then Prius is the “Thing.” Prius Prius got its start in the 2000s, it was awkward looking and there was no missing its...
Entry Level Car Best Choices for New Drivers or Teens
An entry level car should be known for its reliability, safety and have a price tag from $10,000 to $18,000 and it shouldn’t show up on the hottest car theft lists. With a little research you can find a great choice of car for the first time driver. Entry Level Car An...
Real Car Tips on Avoiding Buying Flood Totaled Autos
Here are some real car tips on how to avoid being taken by unscrupulous auto dealers. There are a lot of hurricane and flood damaged cars that were totaled in the past year or so. Unfortunately, these cars bring in big bucks for those who illegally put them back into...
Pet Travel Tips for Your Summer Road Trip
These pet travel tips will help you have an easier time of taking Bowzer on a road trip this summer. There are certainly some dos and don’ts that you need to follow to make it an enjoyable experience for all involved. Pet Travel Tips One of the lesser known pet travel...
Car Battery Care Tips for Northern California
Car battery care tips for new cars are pretty much common sense. If you’re driving with a new battery then you’ll only have an occasional problem like when you leave an interior light on all night. But if your car is several years old then car battery problems can be...
Common Car Problems by Car Make
Sure, there are car problems with any make of car, but some problems are little more prevalent with certain car makes. Here are some of the top problems with certain cars. BMW Car Problems The top BMW car problems kick in around 70,000. It is around that time that you...
California Electric Car Rebate for 2016
The California Electric Car Rebate can be a confusing mess of numbers and possibly false promises. There are some general rules that make this big rebate easier to understand, if you’re hoping to purchase an electric car in 2016. California Electric Car Rebate It...
Honda Civic Hatchback 2nd Most Stolen Car 2014
The Honda Civic Hatchback has the honor of being the second most stolen car again. Its sister, the Honda Accord, is the most stolen car in 2014. Again. There are some things you can do to help to avoid the bummer of finding your Honda missing. But, there is only one...
Road Trip Northern California Summer Fun
Road Trip! When spring is in the air thoughts turn to taking off on the open road to do some fun things in the beautiful area surrounding the Bay Area. Whether you will be braving the chilly springtime weather or you are starting to plan your summer trip, here are...
Affordable Sunnyvale Toyota Service
Sunnyvale Toyota service is available outside of a dealership for car owners. You can use A1 Performance Auto Repair to have your Toyota repaired and maintained by certified mechanics. A1 Performance believes in being thorough without being expensive. Sunnyvale Toyota...
Honda Funny Car Ads to Brighten Your Day
All Honda car owners are loyal to Honda and that is one reason A1 Performance Auto Repair in Sunnyvale loves to work on them. Honda is a great value and many of the A1 Performance customers own them. So, to give our customers a big smile and a laugh, here are some...
Funny Driving Tips for a CA Zombie Apocalypse
Let Funny Driving Tips be your guide for when the Zombie Apocalypse comes to Sunnyvale, CA. Of course, you need to be prepared at home, but chances are good the Zombies will arrive while you’re going home from work. So, here are some safe driving tips that might save...
Vehicle Service and Why You Should Skip the Contract
Vehicle service and warranties come with your brand new car, and even many used cars. But when that warranty runs out a company will call you up and tell you that you should purchase a contract to extend your warranty in a service contract. Lots of promises are made...
Visiting the Car Care Center in the Spring
The Car Care Center needs to see you in the springtime to do some checks and maintenance on your vehicle. There are other things you need to do, as well. Car Care Center Visit your car care center, or auto mechanic, in the spring. Your mechanic will need to check your...
Oil Leak Problems and Repairs
An oil leak from your car is a real aggravation. Everywhere you park the car, in your driveway, at your friend’s home, on the street in front of your house leaves that telltale sign of the problem, the greasy puddle. It is bad for the environment and making you crazy....
