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Truck with snowplow attached driving through snow

Posted January 18, 2020 Know How

5 Things Plow Drivers Should Keep in Their Truck

Plow drivers go out into the storm so other drivers don’t have to. Here are five things plow drivers should always have in their trucks.

Close-up of a white truck with a yellow snowplow moving snow

Posted January 7, 2020 Maintenance

How to Service a Snowplow Truck

Whether it’s for your own driveway or several, your snowplow truck needs regular maintenance throughout the season. Here are some tips to keep you plowing.

A snow-covered car drives through winter weather at night

Posted January 1, 2020 Know How

How to Service a Car Battery to Prepare for Winter

Learn some tips for how to service a car battery before winter weather leaves you stranded.

A snowed under sedan with a cold battery.

Posted December 26, 2019 Featured

4 Cold Weather Car Battery Tips and Tricks To Keep You Moving

Car batteries must work harder in cold weather to turn your engine. The lower the ambient temperature, the greater the internal resistance along with a corresponding reduction in battery capacity. Thus, at zero degrees Fahrenheit, your car’s battery may operate at only half…

A view through a car's windshield of a snowy road

Posted December 19, 2019 Know How

ABS Brakes and Winter Driving: Understanding These Snow Saviors

How can ABS brakes save your life this winter? We break it down, so you can appreciate how helpful these snowy saviors are.

Posted December 19, 2019 Maintenance

How to Choose Windshield Wiper Fluid for Winter

To keep your car’s windshield clear of ice, snow and frost, it’s essential to choose the right windshield wiper fluid for winter. Here’s what to look for.

A car buried in snow. Ever wondered how long you should warm your car up? Here are the benefits to warming your car up for a few minutes, and reasons why you shouldn't let it idle for too long.

Posted March 19, 2019 Know How

Benefits Of Warming Up Your Car: How Long Is Too Long?

There are a couple of benefits of warming up your car, but too much of a good thing isn’t good. Here’s why you should warm up your car, but not too long.

A warning sign on a digital board during a snowstorm. Winter doesn't just make it difficult to get around, but colder temperatures can have a drastic effect on your car.

Posted February 13, 2019 Know How

Freeze Warning: How Does Cold Weather Affect Your Car?

Wondering, “how does cold weather affect your car?” We give you the lowdown on things that can go wrong when temperatures drop.

A highway during a blizzard. Use these four tips to avoid having a dead battery during the coldest months of the year.

Posted February 7, 2019 Featured

4 Winter Car Battery Tips For Cold Weather Survival

Looking for winter car battery tips to keep your car from needing a regular jump-start during the coldest months of the year? It’s true that the snow-and-ice season can take a toll on even the most robust battery, but there are a number of things you can do to not just make it through the chill, but also extend the life of your vehicle’s electrical system in the process…

Posted January 28, 2019 Know How

How to Drive in Snow: Tips and Tricks

How to drive in snow when winter road conditions are terrible.