CAR CARE CORNER Learn To Travel Well And Safely (NAPSA)—Before hitting the books, college students often have to hit the road. But there are a few things students should study regarding auto products and safety tips before they set off for college or set out on the road. For those road trippers, here are some things to become more familiar with: Mobile Entertainment Adventures can start the moment a person gets into the car with mobile entertainment systems available at Pep Boys. These items (for passengers) include portable TVs with VHS or DVD players, and don’t forget the music with state-of-the-art CD players featuring XM radio capabilities. Organization And Convenience CD cases, hands-free cell phone kits, cell phone holders and 12V car cooler/warmers for snacks are great for longtrips. Style To give a car style and personality, 2 Fast 2 Furious Street Glow products can be added. It’s not only for stylin’, it makes a car more visible for added safety when driving at night. Safety For safety’s sake, consider a Pep Boys Reverse Sensing System by Echomaster. Highly efficient sensors are flush mounted in the bumper to scan behind the vehicle for hidden objects every timeit’s put in reverse. And don’t get stranded—for a tow call 1-866-TOW-2PEP. Maintenance Thefirst step before a long trip is to make sure the car is in top operating condition. Before the trip, check all fluids including engine coolant, transmission fluid, When revving up for the road ahead, students and graduates should be sure to havethe right gearfortheir cars. engine oil and windshield washer fluid and be sure wiper blades can completely clear the windshield in three passes. Car eperts also suggest checking high and low beams, turn signals and brakelights. For a car to perform at its best during a long trip, remember these facts: Arough running engine uses more gas more quickly than a properly tuned engine. Tire pressure: Under-inflation or over-inflation of tires can lead to decreased mileage. Air filters: Dirty air filters can cause your engine to run at less than peakefficiency. Oil: Higher viscosity oils have greater resistance to moving parts in the engine and use more gas. Driving style: Quick starts use more fuel than smooth, steady acceleration. Make sure ASE-certified mechanics help you get the most out of your car. To learn more, log on to pepboys.com.
