What Are Normal Driving Conditions

Posted August 17, 2011

If you were in the market for a used car this advertisement in you local newspaper would sound pretty good, right? Though it may sound good, given the scenario is true, it may not be as good a situation as on might think. Vehicles which are driven occasionally or for

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ATF Additives: Do They Really Work?

Posted August 17, 2011

As you stroll along the isles of your local auto parts store, you’ll probably stumble across a section dedicated to automatic transmission fluid additives. The labels on these additives offer promises that range from simply making your transmission last longer, all the way up to a rebuild in a can.

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Reading the Transmission Fluid

Posted August 17, 2011

There’s a lot you can learn about the condition of your transmission just by examining the fluid. New transmission fluid is usually transparent, and relatively odorless. A few years ago, virtually every transmission fluid was red; technicians would aptly describe a transmission with exceptionally clean fluid as being “cherry.” Today,

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Avoiding Scams and Ripoffs when Purchasing Repair

Posted August 17, 2011

Automatic transmission repairs are expensive; some can easily cost $2000 and more. So it’s more important than ever to find an auto repair shop that will provide quality repairs at a fair price. Here are a few ways you can avoid getting cheated when searching for a transmission repair center: Get Recommendations

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