Follow These Steps after a Car Accident

No matter how safe of a driver you think you are, car accidents happen and they can happen at any time and to anyone. That’s why it’s important to keep a first aid kit, other safety devices, and important information and documentation in your car at all times. All of these items will come in handy in case an accident does happen. So that a bad situation doesn’t become worse, follow these steps after an accident:
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Air Bags – Proceed with caution

Audi Air bag pictureToday I’d like to address an Auto Part that needs a little extra attention, Air Bags. As I’m sure you already know, air bags are those explosive devices that you see in the center of your steering wheel every day. If you’re driving a late model foreign car then your surrounded by them daily. You can find them in the steering wheel, dash, pillars, headliner, seats, and doors.
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The Ins and Outs of Throttle Bodies

What is a Throttle Body? A throttle body is the part of the air intake system that controls the amount of air flowing into the engine, in response to the driver accelerator pedal input. What this means is when the driver pushes the gas pedal, the throttle body opens to allow air to get to the engine. So basically, the more gas you give your car, the more air the throttle body allows to get to the engine.
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Decorate Your Car for Saint Patrick’s Day

Saint Patrick’s Day is a religious and cultural celebration that takes place on March 17th, the day traditionally associated with Saint Patrick’s death. You probably associate this holiday with the color green, leprechauns, shamrocks, and pots of gold. If you’re interested in decorating your car for Saint Patrick’s Day (and maybe bring you some luck), here are some ideas to get you started.
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