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May 01, 2012 04:03 PM

Five tire tips for safe summer driving

Sudden thunderstorms, road debris, oily asphalt, cone zones—all of these conditions can make for hazardous summer driving....
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Apr 27, 2012 06:47 PM

Pre-trip checklist for worry-free car travel

Family vacations make for life-long memories. How can you help prevent those journeys from becoming a bittersweet adventure? According...
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Apr 12, 2012 06:23 AM

Fishin' hole: A Connecticut Yankee discovers America through a 6-pound fly line

Chris Santella flicked his translucent fly line into a Connecticut River some 30 years ago and didn’t know he also was casting...
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Apr 02, 2012 06:15 PM

How to get your car interior smelling spring fresh

Wet shoes, jackets and umbrellas make car carpet and upholstery damp during rainy weather. As it warms up, a damp musty odor takes...
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Mar 14, 2012 12:55 AM

Cactus Highway Blooms with Color this Spring

Rick Bowers is the kind of driver who keeps one eye on the road and one eye on the side of the road. He’s looking for clues,...
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Mar 07, 2012 03:27 PM

High tech squeegees reduce cleaning time, effort

Spring is over but in its wake leftover pollen and other road grime has made a mess out of your vehicle. How can you simplify...
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Mar 06, 2012 09:21 PM

Customizing your ride: Let there be LED light

Vehicle lighting has come a long way since Carl Fisher manufactured acetylene gas headlights for automobiles 100 years ago (see...
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Mar 06, 2012 08:05 PM

Auto History: Headlights invention sparks new light

Every year drivers pay tribute to an Indiana car salesman with an eye disorder who turned a bright invention into a thriving headlight...
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Mar 06, 2012 04:48 PM

Tips to improve vehicle mileage, performance

Fuel economy is always a moving target. Sometimes your vehicle may deliver exceptional mileage performance while other times it...
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Feb 24, 2012 08:20 PM

Prius c perfect subcompact for city lifestyle

The newest addition to Toyota’s iconic Prius is set to debut in March. Called the Prius c, it is a subcompact designed specifically...
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Jan 06, 2012 06:31 PM

Bike racks, cargo carriers add to road trip fun

You've mapped out the journey and set aside all of the items needed to make your trip comfortable and fun. How do you pack all...
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Jan 04, 2012 05:08 PM

2012 Camry boasts new Entune multimedia system

Some of the most dramatic changes taking place in your vehicle are not under the hood. They are in the bits and bytes tucked away...
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Jan 03, 2012 11:48 PM

Simple solution to improve rainy day visibility

You’re driving through a rainstorm and every time the wipers make a pass they smear water across the windshield. The more...
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Jan 03, 2012 05:28 PM

Winter battery tips keep your car moving

A weak battery can leave you out in the cold, literally. Not all batteries require maintenance, but following some basic health...
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Jan 01, 2012 08:00 AM

America the Beautiful pass offers easy park access

You could, if you spent just a few hours at each site, visit every destination in America’s vast network of national parks...
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Dec 30, 2011 12:30 AM

New California driving laws take effect Jan. 1

California motorists should be aware of some of the new laws going into effect January 1, 2012. These new traffic laws were...
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Dec 19, 2011 04:50 PM

Maita Toyota opens new doors on Auburn Boulevard

Welcome to the new Maita Toyota Scion! Maita Toyota Scion has removed the work cones and swept away the dust after several...
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Dec 09, 2011 08:25 PM

New Maita Toyota facility makes service a snap

The new Maita Toyota facility makes easy for customers looking for fast and convenient service. Located at 2500 Auburn Boulevard,...
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Dec 08, 2011 05:43 PM

Don't let 'spongy' brakes impair your daily driving

The traffic ahead is stopped and you put your foot on the brake to slow down. Instead of the firm response you expected, the brake...
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Dec 01, 2011 06:22 PM

Wheel repair keeps expensive rims looking like new

Drivers spend hundreds if not thousands of dollars on fancy aftermarket wheels, rims and spokes. But daily driving—especially...
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