5 Tips to Prevent Car Theft

Posted on June 4th, 2009 by Warranty Direct

prevent car theft One of the most common crimes in the world is having your car stolen.

It happens at an alarming rate across the country and more often than not, the thefts could have been prevented with some common sense.

If you’ve never had your car stolen before, you are fortunate. If you want to keep your car from being stolen in the future, follow these basic tips to prevent it.

1. Don’t leave the keys in the car. This is probably the most obvious step you could take to prevent getting carjacked, but it is also the most effective. More often than not, cars get stolen because their owners left the car running and run inside to get something. Thieves usually want to find the most convenient crime that’s available.  Read more...

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Make Your Car Greener

Posted on June 1st, 2009 by Warranty Direct

greener car We are headed toward the days when the price of gas at the pump won’t faze us.

Our cars will be mostly electric, or solar-powered, or will run on biofuels. We’re not there yet, but there are still steps you can take to green up your driving experience.

The first, most effective thing you can do while we are still in the thrall of OPEC is ease up on the gas pedal. You’ll use less gas if you accelerate and brake gently whenever you’re driving. On the highway, keep your speed at 55 mph. Fuel efficiency peaks between 35 and 55 mph. You will literally lose only a few minutes reaching your destination, but your gas bill will decrease. You will also use less gas if you empty your trunk regularly—extra weight increases your gas burn.  Read more...

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