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How to make an emergency kit for your car

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car emergency kit car survival kit is an essential item for any vehicle, no matter where you live. Once you create your kit, you can stow it in the trunk and forget about it – until you need it. When you pull your kit together, consider not only the circumstance that could cause a breakdown or other emergency, but the fact that your car may become your home. A good emergency kit should include everything you need to get through a few days in the car, including the basic elements of food, shelter and water.

 

   

Shopping for car Insurance - Always having the best deal

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car insurance shoppingA couple of months ago we discussed the various types of auto insurance available and what coverage levels you should have for proper protection. This month Autosource wanted to give you some tips on shopping for the best deal on auto insurance. Finding a new policy will involve some work, calling agents and filling out forms is never fun but if you can save hundreds of dollars a year, the time you invest will be well spent. Here are the best methods for find a great policy at a price you can afford:

 

   

Oil Viscosity Made Simple (5w30 vs 10w30)

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oil changeEvery engine requires lubrication. Knowing the right type of oil for your engine's lubrication requirements is essential for good cold starting, hot running durability and protection over the life of your car's engine. So how do you go about choosing the right oil? What is the right viscosity? What do all of the numbers mean? Here is what you need to know to make an informed decision.
So Many Oils – So Little Time

   

How often to Change oil in a vehicle – 3000 or 7500 Miles

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when to change your oilOil has changed significantly over the years and so have cars. With breakthroughs in synthetic oils to better manufacturing processes and engine metallurgy, oil change intervals have also changed. But you wouldn't know it. We have been trained as consumers to change our engine oil every 3,000 miles. Why?
Because in the past, car manufacturers in fact required it. Older cars wore out oil faster. But nowadays, oil change intervals have been extended by manufacturers to as long as 15,000 miles, depending on the oil used. So why are we still changing our oil so often?

   

9 ways being too frugal can hurt

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Being FrugalBeing frugal is smart, and these days, it's how some people are getting by and it's the secret of the affluent. Sometimes, though, it just doesn't make sense to be a Scrooge: Going too far in your attempts to save can have financial consequences that leave you significantly worse off. Here are nine ways you shouldn't cut corners.

   

What do all the insurance types mean?

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auto insurance typesShopping for car insurance can be frustrating. There are numerous types of coverage, the terms are confusing and it can be hard to determine what coverage levels you need to carry. Insurance agents are usually no help because they are mainly interested in selling you as much insurance as possible.  You don’t want to pay for insurance that you don’t need, but its important that you are properly protected in the event of an accident. Having a thorough understanding of auto insurance and recommended levels will help you make the best decision for your particular situation. Autosource has put together this article to help you understand the different types of coverage.

   

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