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November 7, 2011

10 Simple Steps To Get Your Car Ready For Winter

Winter is right around the corner…Lovely Right……So this means we will have… Cold temps making it harder for your engine to run Rain, snow and ice to limit traction Pot holes to damage wheels and tires Salt on roads to cause rust Cold temps to cause windshields to fog up and reduce visibility SOUND LIKE FUN?!?!? nooo…but [...]

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October 12, 2011

New Safety Regulations for Car Seats

Did you know that car crashes are the LEADING CAUSE of death for children 3 to 14 years old. So it is important to follow the rules of recommended by National Highway Traffic Safety Admin. This past spring the American Academy of Pediatrics updated the standard for car seats and is now recommending that children [...]

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September 7, 2011

Hands-Free Devices to Avoid Cell Phone Use While Driving

See if any of these phone apps or devices can help you keep your hands on the steer wheel and your eyes on the road. I have noticed I have had to give a quick touch to the horn to get the drive in the lane next to me to stop coming into my lane [...]

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July 5, 2011

Tips for Towing This Summer

If your summer plans include taking your boat to the lake, or hauling your camper for a family road trip, make sure you’re towing safely. Start with a little maintenance – not only on your vehicle but your trailer wires or trailer may need some maintenance too. Don’t wait until the car, kids and the coolers [...]

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June 7, 2011

Our Sallas Family Road Trip ~ Packing The Car Extravaganza!

Nick and I love a good road trip. Being passionate about cars, we love to hit the road and drive somewhere fun. One of our road trips involved a trip to Iowa. I helped get all of our bags packed, for me and the kids, and then started to take them to the car. You [...]

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February 14, 2011

Don’t Drive Dirty – Wash That Rock Salt Off Of Your Car!

In this snow-filled winter, our backyards and fences are not the only thing in Kansas City area being covered with a wintry substance. As drivers, the more we get out of the house, the more our cars are covered in SALT! Salt is great when applied to roads and walkways. And although it’s helpful for [...]

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January 17, 2011

Driving Tips for Snow and Ice

Kansas City’s first large snowstorm hit one week ago, and today our grass and trees are still covered with snow! While snow can be stunning and beautiful from indoors, it’s not so stunning when you have to drive in winter-like conditions. Driver safety in winter’s weather is very important. Not only does driving safely in [...]

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December 2, 2010

Be Prepared for the Unexpected

Being prepared for a breakdown can often help ease the stress in a difficult situation. Download a copy of the Sallas Auto Repair Emergency Contact number sheet if you will be traveling in the Kansas or Missouri area. There are many experts listed here that will be prepared to take your call if you are [...]

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