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LED Technology - Advances in Automotive Use
 It's no secret that I am an avid fan of LEDs (Light Emitting Diodes). As a matter of fact, one of my first posts as a Truckblog blogger - was on LEDs. I think that anyone who is a fan of technology, can see the benefit of bringing this form of lighting into the automotive market.
LEDs are super bright, last thousands of hours and can take abuse that normal filament bulbs cannot. One aspect of a LED that further separates them from their filament bulb counterparts, is that they are available in a variety of colors. Some manufacturers, such as Ford, offer the capability of changing your dash light color - which is the case in the new style Mustangs. LEDs make driving at night and in bad weather safer, but what other advantages are there?
Full Story... – MichaelS
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Maintenance Week: Scheduling
Your vehicles maintenance is extremely important if you want it to last. Every manufacturer posts a schedule of regular intervals that vehicle maintenance should be performed. Since many of you still have that owners manual wrapped in the OEM cellophane, we thought we would find a generic maintenance schedule for you.
Engine Oil and Oil filter Change - Every 3,000 miles
Lube steering linkage and driveline - Every 5,000 miles
Air Filter - Inspect every 5,000 Miles and replace as needed (Usually @ 15,000 miles)
Tire Rotation - Every 6,000 Miles
Windshield Wipers - Replace Annually
Engine Coolant - Flush and Change every 30,000 miles
Transmission Fluid & Filter Change - Every 30,000 miles
Timing Belt - Replace at 60,000 to 100,000 miles (when equipped)
Belts and Hoses - Replace at 60,000 to 100,000 miles
Again, this is just a generic chart of suggested intervals. Some people don't change their oil every 3,000 miles (personally I go 5,000 miles as I run a synthetic oil in my truck) this is just a suggested guideline for when and where you should be doing maintenance. If you're not sure, then crack open that owners manual as the full schedule will be printed in it.
For more information, check out AAA Maintenance Basics –
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Whether you drive a pimped out H2 rolling a set of 26" shoes or you have your dad's old 76 Pickup with the rusted out bed, they both have something in common and that is that without lubrication, their engine won't survive. Keeping your vehicle lubricated isn't difficult to do and there certainly isn't a shortage of oil manufacturers but there are several key differences you should be aware of before you slide under your pickup to 
