http://factoidz.com/experts-in/cars/ cars articles on Factoidz en-us http://factoidz.com/gathering-information-when-buying-a-used-car-carfax-vs-kbb-vs-nada/ http://factoidz.com/gathering-information-when-buying-a-used-car-carfax-vs-kbb-vs-nada/ I have sold cars so this advice is based on that experience, There is a lot to consider. First, you should know your requirements, like manual or automatic, 4 or 2-door, car, van, or truck, etc. Will you just be driving back and forth to work or using this vehicle in your job? For examp... Wed, 31 Dec 1969 18:33:29 CST cars http://factoidz.com/wp-content/themes/gabtheme/images/avoid-common-mistakes-when-buying-a-car.jpg http://factoidz.com/a-few-tips-on-how-to-make-your-vehicle-last-longer-by-changing-its-fluids/ http://factoidz.com/a-few-tips-on-how-to-make-your-vehicle-last-longer-by-changing-its-fluids/ I learned from my dad that changing the fluids in your vehicle was vital to the life of one's vehicle. He rarely took his cars into the garage. He changed all the fluids himself, and taught me a thing or two about it too. Gone are the days of buying new cars every year or two. Due to the struggling ... Wed, 31 Dec 1969 18:33:29 CST cars http://factoidz.com/wp-content/themes/gabtheme/images/a-few-tips-on-how-to-make-your-vehicle-last-longer-by-changing-its-fluids.jpg http://factoidz.com/do-you-need-auto-shipping-insurance-when-shipping-your-car-cross-country/ http://factoidz.com/do-you-need-auto-shipping-insurance-when-shipping-your-car-cross-country/ Transporting your car or vehicle through the auto transport companies requires lots of research work to be done before you take a stand on the transport of your vehicle. One such matter which plays a vital role in the transportation procedure is having a complete knowledge about the insurance matter... Wed, 31 Dec 1969 18:33:29 CST cars http://factoidz.com/images/p/default-15.jpg http://factoidz.com/why-talking-on-a-mobile-phone-while-driving-should-be-outlawed/ http://factoidz.com/why-talking-on-a-mobile-phone-while-driving-should-be-outlawed/ To often I am able to observe the carelessness and danger of the cell phone driver. This is a handy technology indeed, … however there is a time and a place for everything. Using a cell phone behind the wheel of a motor vehicle of any kind is never a good idea. Here in southeast Wisconsin, I�... Wed, 31 Dec 1969 18:33:29 CST cars http://factoidz.com/images/p/default-17.jpg http://factoidz.com/how-to-choose-the-best-auto-insurance-carrier/ http://factoidz.com/how-to-choose-the-best-auto-insurance-carrier/ Choosing an auto insurance provider can often be a daunting task and many people make their choice based simply on price, which can be a big mistake.  Before choosing a carrier, there are a number of things to consider. What Are Your Insurance Needs? What are you insuring? ... Wed, 31 Dec 1969 18:33:29 CST cars http://factoidz.com/wp-content/themes/gabtheme/images/how-to-choose-the-best-auto-insurance-carrier.jpg http://factoidz.com/caught-speeding-by-laser-gun-how-to-contest-a-laser-speeding-ticket/ http://factoidz.com/caught-speeding-by-laser-gun-how-to-contest-a-laser-speeding-ticket/ You need to understand the difference between laser (LIDAR, or ALSM) and radar if you want to know how to beat a laser speeding ticket. Lidar stands for light detection and ranging. Radar stands for radio detection and ranging. Lidar measures the vehicle's speed by calculating the changing time it t... Wed, 31 Dec 1969 18:33:29 CST cars http://factoidz.com/wp-content/themes/gabtheme/images/caught-speeding-by-laser-gun-how-to-contest-a-laser-speeding-ticket.jpg http://factoidz.com/avoid-common-mistakes-when-buying-a-car/ http://factoidz.com/avoid-common-mistakes-when-buying-a-car/ Have you ever wished you "knew someone" in the car business? Buying a car is one of the most dreaded tasks that adults face. Having to face the pushy car salesman with his inability to give any hard information can be frustrating. Take it from an insider in the business, buying a car, whether new or... Wed, 31 Dec 1969 18:33:29 CST cars http://factoidz.com/wp-content/themes/gabtheme/images/avoid-common-mistakes-when-buying-a-car.jpg http://factoidz.com/how-installing-a-gps-system-can-save-you-money/ http://factoidz.com/how-installing-a-gps-system-can-save-you-money/ In today’s tight economy we need to save money in whatever way we can. With the cost at the gas pumps constantly rising, many folk have taken that old saying, made famous by all those Greyhound® commercials, “Take the bus and leave ... Wed, 31 Dec 1969 18:33:29 CST cars http://factoidz.com/wp-content/themes/gabtheme/images/how-installing-a-gps-system-can-save-you-money.jpg http://factoidz.com/history-of-the-electric-car-1828-1912-from-trouve-to-morrison/ http://factoidz.com/history-of-the-electric-car-1828-1912-from-trouve-to-morrison/ Right at the turn of the 20th century, along with several months in 1899 immediately preceding the turn of the century, Electric Cars became the top sellers in Commercial Auto Sales. This blossoming of the electric car actually dates back to 1881, when G... Wed, 31 Dec 1969 18:33:29 CST cars http://factoidz.com/wp-content/themes/gabtheme/images/history-of-the-electric-car-1828-1912-from-trouve-to-morrison.jpg http://factoidz.com/is-germany-or-italy-the-king-of-the-most-expensive-supercars/ http://factoidz.com/is-germany-or-italy-the-king-of-the-most-expensive-supercars/ Everyone wants to own a superclass car, not only for requirement, but also for portraying that typical class in the society. No doubt, the best quality cars with sophisticated features and gadgets are priced the highest. As far as comfort level and luxury are concerned, people are ready to spend a h... Wed, 31 Dec 1969 18:33:29 CST cars http://factoidz.com/wp-content/themes/gabtheme/images/is-germany-or-italy-the-king-of-the-most-expensive-supercars.jpg http://factoidz.com/understanding-defective-vehicle-laws-lemon-laws-in-michigan/ http://factoidz.com/understanding-defective-vehicle-laws-lemon-laws-in-michigan/ Michigan lemon law applies to all new vehicles and the ones that are leased. They should be privately owned passenger vehicles. Motor homes, large vehicles, off road vehicles and motorcycles are not covered. In the Michigan lemon law, a lemon is a vehicle that is defective and has... Wed, 31 Dec 1969 18:33:29 CST cars http://factoidz.com/wp-content/themes/gabtheme/images/understanding-defective-vehicle-laws-lemon-laws-in-michigan.jpg http://factoidz.com/simple-diy-tips-for-evaluating-a-used-car/ http://factoidz.com/simple-diy-tips-for-evaluating-a-used-car/ A few items one can look at when evaluating a used car are, starting with the obvious, the physical condition of the vehicle. Is it "beat up"? If it has dents and worn tires, makes noises while driving, smoke from exhaust is exessive, blue, or white these could indicate extreme driving habits by the... Wed, 31 Dec 1969 18:33:29 CST cars http://factoidz.com/wp-content/themes/gabtheme/images/simple-diy-tips-for-evaluating-a-used-car.jpg http://factoidz.com/from-the-xp-883-to-the-volt-analysis-and-history-of-the-electric-car/ http://factoidz.com/from-the-xp-883-to-the-volt-analysis-and-history-of-the-electric-car/ The Prius, a "Hybrid Vehicle" which is produced by Toyota, has already been altering the auto industry. Lately celebrities and media promotions of every angle have held these in the spotlight. But here's the shocking fact: they have even been marketed for several years already. M... Wed, 31 Dec 1969 18:33:29 CST cars http://factoidz.com/wp-content/themes/gabtheme/images/from-the-xp-883-to-the-volt-analysis-and-history-of-the-electric-car.jpg http://factoidz.com/forced-induction-103-intercoolers-blow-off-valves-and-you/ http://factoidz.com/forced-induction-103-intercoolers-blow-off-valves-and-you/ If you’ve read my article ‘Forced Induction 101: Superchargers and Turbochargers’, you know what forced induction is. If you’ve read “Forced Induction 102: Differences in forced induction systems” you know how superchargers and turbochargers are different. If you’ve read neither,... Wed, 31 Dec 1969 18:33:29 CST cars http://factoidz.com/wp-content/themes/gabtheme/images/forced-induction-103-intercoolers-blow-off-valves-and-you.jpg http://factoidz.com/forced-induction-102-differences-in-forced-induction-systems/ http://factoidz.com/forced-induction-102-differences-in-forced-induction-systems/ You’ve already read my article, Forced induction 101: Superchargers and turbochargers. Haven’t you? Go ahead, read it now. I’ll wait. Last time, we covered the general concepts behind... Wed, 31 Dec 1969 18:33:29 CST cars http://factoidz.com/wp-content/themes/gabtheme/images/forced-induction-102-differences-in-forced-induction-systems.jpg http://factoidz.com/forced-induction-101-turbochargers-and-superchargers/ http://factoidz.com/forced-induction-101-turbochargers-and-superchargers/ There was a time (specifically, around the 1960s, the Muscle Car Era) when the easiest and most effective way to make a car go fast was to put a huge engine in it. This was effective because gas was cheap. Of course, times change and gas is much more expensive today. The practicality of droppi... Wed, 31 Dec 1969 18:33:29 CST cars http://factoidz.com/wp-content/themes/gabtheme/images/forced-induction-101-turbochargers-and-superchargers.jpg http://factoidz.com/do-you-really-need-to-become-a-member-of-aaa/ http://factoidz.com/do-you-really-need-to-become-a-member-of-aaa/ The simple answer to that question is “yes,” every driver needs to become a member of the AAA (American Automotive Association). No matter how good a driver you are, no matter how knowledgeable you are about cars, no matter how well you prepare to handle roadside emergencies, there comes a ... Wed, 31 Dec 1969 18:33:29 CST cars http://factoidz.com/wp-content/themes/gabtheme/images/do-you-really-need-to-become-a-member-of-aaa.jpg http://factoidz.com/a-guide-to-buying-a-used-car/ http://factoidz.com/a-guide-to-buying-a-used-car/ Someone buying a used car are faced two major decisions. Should I buy it from a private seller or from a dealer? Then, if I buy it from a dealer, should I buy it from an independent used car dealer or from a larger franchised dealership? Should I have the car checked by a t... Wed, 31 Dec 1969 18:33:29 CST cars http://factoidz.com/wp-content/themes/gabtheme/images/a-guide-to-buying-a-used-car.jpg http://factoidz.com/top-economical-cars-for-2009/ http://factoidz.com/top-economical-cars-for-2009/ With the economy in the dumpster, people are starting to look for cars that are cheap, not only to buy, but to run as well. Detroit, Germany and especially Japan offer efficient cars, though, for the most part, the best of these come from Japan. Ford Focus From... Wed, 31 Dec 1969 18:33:29 CST cars http://factoidz.com/wp-content/themes/gabtheme/images/top-economical-cars-for-2009.jpg http://factoidz.com/how-to-winterize-your-car-in-ten-easy-steps/ http://factoidz.com/how-to-winterize-your-car-in-ten-easy-steps/ How to winterize your car in ten easy steps If you live in sunny southern California or balmy Florida, you don’t need to winteriz... Wed, 31 Dec 1969 18:33:29 CST cars http://factoidz.com/wp-content/themes/gabtheme/images/how-to-winterize-your-car-in-ten-easy-steps.jpg http://factoidz.com/a-guide-to-maintaining-a-trouble-free-radiator/ http://factoidz.com/a-guide-to-maintaining-a-trouble-free-radiator/ Automotive cooling systems and the materials used in them have changed remarkably over the years. Gone are the days when car radiators were constructed of steel and brass and you repair them with solder or a brazing rod. Most ... Wed, 31 Dec 1969 18:33:29 CST cars http://factoidz.com/wp-content/themes/gabtheme/images/a-guide-to-maintaining-a-trouble-free-radiator.jpg http://factoidz.com/pros-and-cons-of-electric-hybrid-vehicles/ http://factoidz.com/pros-and-cons-of-electric-hybrid-vehicles/ Electric cars may someday be responsible for our independence from oil. They may help combat global warming and the depletion of a non-renewable resource. While we’re not th... Wed, 31 Dec 1969 18:33:29 CST cars http://factoidz.com/wp-content/themes/gabtheme/images/pros-and-cons-of-electric-hybrid-vehicles.jpg http://factoidz.com/how-to-make-your-car-go-faster/ http://factoidz.com/how-to-make-your-car-go-faster/ Many, I would venture to say most, people would like to make their car go faster. They can’t afford a new, better car, but would like to upgrade the one they currently own. This article is intended to serve as an introductory guide to car upgrades and modifications. It is a list of some of t... Wed, 31 Dec 1969 18:33:29 CST cars http://factoidz.com/wp-content/themes/gabtheme/images/how-to-make-your-car-go-faster.jpg http://factoidz.com/comparing-used-imports-mercedes-benz-vs-bmw/ http://factoidz.com/comparing-used-imports-mercedes-benz-vs-bmw/ Wow, that's a tough one.  There are so many factors involved in buying a used car, so lets go on the assumption that both makes of the cars you are comparing are in the same "great" shape; meaning in "excellent condition" and have similar mileage; and bot... Wed, 31 Dec 1969 18:33:28 CST cars http://factoidz.com/wp-content/themes/gabtheme/images/comparing-used-imports-mercedes-benz-vs-bmw.jpg http://factoidz.com/how-to-circumnavigate-us-roundabouts/ http://factoidz.com/how-to-circumnavigate-us-roundabouts/ The sun is shining, and the fall colors are in full bloom - this is the perfect day for a Sunday drive. Suddenly, another one of those darn “road doughnuts” appears. The Sunday drive is just about to be a little less perfect. One driver is heading in the wrong dir... Wed, 31 Dec 1969 18:33:28 CST cars http://factoidz.com/wp-content/themes/gabtheme/images/how-to-circumnavigate-us-roundabouts.jpg http://factoidz.com/how-to-change-you-own-motor-oil/ http://factoidz.com/how-to-change-you-own-motor-oil/ There have been hundreds of change oil how-to articles written on how to change your auto's engine oil and I'll try to throw a few tips and hints into this reiteration to make this as easy as, as easy, we... Wed, 31 Dec 1969 18:33:28 CST cars http://factoidz.com/wp-content/themes/gabtheme/images/how-to-change-you-own-motor-oil.jpg http://factoidz.com/diy-oil-and-filter-change-made-simple/ http://factoidz.com/diy-oil-and-filter-change-made-simple/ With the economy in a downward spiral who can afford to have our car’s oil and filter changed as often as we should. The average cost of an oil and filter change that includes fiv... Wed, 31 Dec 1969 18:33:28 CST cars http://factoidz.com/wp-content/themes/gabtheme/images/diy-oil-and-filter-change-made-simple.jpg http://factoidz.com/how-to-find-a-good-california-dui-attorney/ http://factoidz.com/how-to-find-a-good-california-dui-attorney/ If you're a Californian who is facing a DUI charge, you need the best lawyer you can get to help get you out of your jam. ... Wed, 31 Dec 1969 18:33:28 CST cars http://factoidz.com/images/p/default-6.jpg http://factoidz.com/i-95-is-the-most-relevant-highway-america/ http://factoidz.com/i-95-is-the-most-relevant-highway-america/ It begins in the northern tip of main and travels southward reaching Massachusetts linking drivers to Boston. From there it travels alongside New York, New York. While one is in this area they may as well hit Philadelphia, the original U.S. capital, and Atlantic City, New Jersey...East's Vegas! Keep... Wed, 31 Dec 1969 18:33:28 CST cars http://factoidz.com/wp-content/themes/gabtheme/images/i-95-is-the-most-relevant-highway-america.jpg http://factoidz.com/12-tips-for-being-a-good-driver/ http://factoidz.com/12-tips-for-being-a-good-driver/ Inspect your vehicle If you're driving a car/truck, give it a once-over, make sure the tires are inflated properly, check your fluids and make sure all visuals are good, ex-no cracks in the windshield, nothing hanging down like wires etc. Buckle your safety belt Wed, 31 Dec 1969 18:33:28 CST cars http://factoidz.com/wp-content/themes/gabtheme/images/12-tips-for-being-a-good-driver.jpg http://factoidz.com/go-japanese/ http://factoidz.com/go-japanese/ For my part, I drive a Mazda currently, and have driven other Japanese cars and trucks (as well as some U.S. disappointments). Japanese cars consume less gasoline; the replacement parts in them are much cheaper; these more compact and systematized vehicles will outlast anything shallow yet abundant ... Wed, 31 Dec 1969 18:33:29 CST cars http://factoidz.com/images/p/default-17.jpg http://factoidz.com/how-to-drive-safely-around-tractor-trailers/ http://factoidz.com/how-to-drive-safely-around-tractor-trailers/ Christmas is coming up and gas prices have fallen to an affordable level which means more people will be traveling on America’s highways for the holidays. Unfortunately, there will be even more accidents ... Wed, 31 Dec 1969 18:33:28 CST cars http://factoidz.com/wp-content/themes/gabtheme/images/how-to-drive-safely-around-tractor-trailers.jpg http://factoidz.com/why-you-need-to-have-proof-of-insurance-with-you-whenever-you-drive/ http://factoidz.com/why-you-need-to-have-proof-of-insurance-with-you-whenever-you-drive/ Lack of Current Auto Insurance is Punishable by Law Vehicle Registration and/or Driver License will be suspended unless viable proof of applicable liability insurance can be displayed upon request. Aside from that, this penalty will be followed by both short-term and long-term fi... Wed, 31 Dec 1969 18:33:28 CST cars http://factoidz.com/wp-content/themes/gabtheme/images/why-you-need-to-have-proof-of-insurance-with-you-whenever-you-drive.jpg http://factoidz.com/how-to-do-your-own-diy-brake-job/ http://factoidz.com/how-to-do-your-own-diy-brake-job/ This is a step by step tutorial that will show you how to change the brake pads on your car. Please note that these instructions are for the front wheels only. The rear brakes are different. Step 1: Obtain a manual for your car. I can give you general instructions, but each car is different and y... Wed, 31 Dec 1969 18:33:28 CST cars http://factoidz.com/wp-content/themes/gabtheme/images/how-to-do-your-own-diy-brake-job.jpg http://factoidz.com/where-to-find-vehicle-auctions/ http://factoidz.com/where-to-find-vehicle-auctions/ One would normally go to a browser and type in "vehicle auction" with your city or county and you would assume an appropriate listing would magically appear.  But that may be too simple.  But even if it is that simple you may want to do some research outside of the Internet as well. If you are... Wed, 31 Dec 1969 18:33:28 CST cars http://factoidz.com/wp-content/themes/gabtheme/images/where-to-find-vehicle-auctions.jpg http://factoidz.com/how-to-prepare-your-car-for-cold-weather/ http://factoidz.com/how-to-prepare-your-car-for-cold-weather/ Cars, like the people who drive them, need a little extra attention when gearing up for winter. The weather patterns your vehicle is exposed to have a definite affect on its life span and function. Weather that regularly drops below zero on the Fahrenheit scale may even require special vehicular mod... Wed, 31 Dec 1969 18:33:28 CST cars http://factoidz.com/wp-content/themes/gabtheme/images/how-to-prepare-your-car-for-cold-weather.jpg http://factoidz.com/3-silly-things-we-all-do-to-waste-serious-money-on-gas/ http://factoidz.com/3-silly-things-we-all-do-to-waste-serious-money-on-gas/ During a bad economy, particularly with the recent increase in fuel costs, everyone aims to save as much as possible on gas money even if it means riding a bicycle to work. The truth is there are ways of saving on gas without h... Wed, 31 Dec 1969 18:33:28 CST cars http://factoidz.com/wp-content/themes/gabtheme/images/3-silly-things-we-all-do-to-waste-serious-money-on-gas.jpg http://factoidz.com/which-cars-have-the-lowest-insurance-premiums/ http://factoidz.com/which-cars-have-the-lowest-insurance-premiums/ With gas prices sky rocketing it's always good to save a little money somewhere.  Here's some tips on cutting insurance costs. Russ Rader, spokesman for the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety says that small fast cars carry higher insurance premiums so the number on tip is to stay away from ... Wed, 31 Dec 1969 18:33:28 CST cars http://factoidz.com/wp-content/themes/gabtheme/images/which-cars-have-the-lowest-insurance-premiums.jpg