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The 10 Worst Things You Can Do to Your Car

Like the human body, ignoring even the smallest signs of trouble in your car's performance can lead to trouble down the road.

And some missed signals cost more than others.

A new report by CarMD.com Corporation  details exactly which maintenance mistakes can cause the most damage.

Here are the top 10: 

1.  Putting off recommended / scheduled maintenance
2. Ignoring the “check engine” light
3. Not changing the oil, or not having it changed on time
4. Not checking tire pressure
5. Neglecting coolant, brake, transmission and other fluid services
6. Continuing to drive when the vehicle is overheating
7. Not changing fuel and air filters
8. Having unqualified shops service your vehicle
9. Using generic aftermarket parts instead of original equipment manufacturer (OEM)-quality parts
10. Trying to service your own high-tech vehicle

The best example of the snowball effect of missed car repairs is the air filter. It costs about 20 bucks to replace, but if left alone, a dirty filter can bust oxygen (02) sensors in cars, which cost as much as $250 to replace. And when the sensor fails, you'll first see your gas mileage plunge, then possibly wind up with a $1,000 bill to replace your  catalytic converter.

No. 3 deserves special attention, as well. Technicians say ignoring oil changes is the "single most damaging  car maintenance item that their customers neglect that they wish they could change," according to CarMD.

The trouble with dirty oil is that it doesn't jive well with the high-tech engines in today's modern vehicles, according to  Art Jacobsen, CarMD vice president, and can lead to engine failure if left ignored for too long.

The old go-to rule for oil changes was to refresh every 3,000 miles. But most experts agree drivers should go by the schedule their car's manufacturer dictates instead.

"Frequent oil changes do not necessarily mean better performance or longer engine life," CalRecycle Director Caroll Mortensen told The Auto Channel.

(Source: Yahoo! Finance)

New Review on DealerRater!

Rachel M. Springfield, Virginia Jan 27, 2013

Overall Score: 5

 

Anyone looking for a great car buying experience needs to make sure they visit Sheehy Subaru. I traded in a 2010 Lexus RX350 for a 2013 Outback, and am not only totally impressed and thrilled with my new "Scoobie Doo" (that's what we called them in New England), but also with how easy Chris LaPorte and Brandon Stanhope made the buying process for me. For starters- Chris's high product knowledge made it easy for me to consider the switch to a car brand I had never seriously considered until I happened to come in to the Subaru dealership because I was next door shopping Sheehy Ford. When my husband wasn't able to make it to the dealership with me to test drive, Chris let me take an Outback for as long as I needed so I could drive it to my home for my husband to drive around our neighborhood. When it came to negotiating a price, Brandon was reasonable and respectful- leaving me with the feeling that we both walked away from the deal with a win-win. Finally, they had the exact car that I wanted, so I was able to take delivery that same day- super convenient. After looking at many different car brands and dealerships, it was great to find the knowledgable, professional and non-pushy sales staff at Sheehy, and to get a great car at an awesome price. Check out Sheehy Subaru and ask for Chris and Brandon- you won't be dissappointed!

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Introducing the all-new 2014 Subaru Forester.

Introducing the all-new 2014 Subaru Forester. It certainly is a whole lot to love! Check it out and let us know what you think!

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Subaru Launches Driving Difficulty Index Map with Weather.com

A new partnership between Subaru and The Weather Channel will give motorists the ability to gauge driving difficulty before heading out on a trip.


According to a press release from Subaru, the Weather Channel now has a new interactive layer on its online weather maps called the Driving Difficulty Index. Motorists can pull up the interactive weather maps and see how difficult their travels are likely to be.

The index is based on various factors including ice, snow, ponding of water, high winds, and low visibility. When selected by the user, the Driving Difficulty Index map shows users where difficult driving conditions are present.

Paul Walsh, VP of weather analytics at the Weather Channel’s parent company (known, fittingly enough, as the Weather Company,) said, “The Driving Difficulty Index is a partnership unique to the two brands, leveraging Subaru’s and TWC’s shared focus and expertise on driving safety during specific weather conditions. Using our extensive weather dataset and big data analytics capabilities, we’ve created– with Subaru– a unique planning tool that helps our users better plan their day, their travel, and even their driving route.”

As part of the partnership, Subaru will get advertising space in all Driving Difficulty Index maps and will offer Car Clinic video segments and tips to help viewers understand how to improve their driving safety in relevant conditions, the press release said.

(Source: Technology Tell)

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Drift busters: The best snow vehicles ever

Drifting snow and glare ice have menaced drivers since the automobile achieved mass popularity in the early 20th century. Ski-and-track kits were the first solution for those who preferred driving a Ford Model T to a horse-drawn sleigh. Today, computer-managed all-wheel-drive systems combined with stability and traction control give many vehicles outstanding manners on winter roads. We look back at the evolution of the "snow-mobile" and pick some of our current favorites.

Subaru 4WD Station Wagon

Evolved from a 4-wheel-drive van developed for a Japanese power utility, the 4WD Station Wagon was introduced to U.S. drivers in 1975 behind the ad slogan "Climbs like a goat, works like a horse, eats like a bird." The first mass-produced 4-wheel-drive passenger car sold in America had a lever that shifted the drivetrain from front-wheel to 4-wheel drive. Because it had no center differential, this part-time 4WD system could be used only when traction was marginal and never on dry pavement. The spunky wagon was a big hit in snow country and became the official car of the U.S. Ski Team.

Subaru Impreza

The direct descendant of the 4-wheel-drive wagon, the Impreza offers the same unbeatable combination of affordability, fuel economy and the tenacious traction of all-wheel drive plus stability control. Both the sedan and 5-door hatchback versions are available with a 5-speed manual transmission, which experienced snow drivers prefer. An All-Weather options package adds heated mirrors, a windshield wiper de-icer and heated front seats. Pricing starts at less than $18,000, while fuel economy peaks at 34 mpg highway.

(Source: MSN)

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