Posted on July 2nd, 2009 by Warranty Direct
Did you realize that jump-starting a car creates panic in the minds of many people?
Although more women than men seem to develop some major anxiety issues when they realize that they need to get those jumper cables, the guys sometimes show a little hesitation as well.
You can’t really blame people for a brief moment of jittery apprehension, because if the truth is to be told, there is a very small chance that a fire or an explosion could occur. Note that the important key phrase being used is “small chance.”
However it does pay to understand how to get your car battery jump-started without getting yourself blown up in the process.
If you need to understand the conditions that can cause an “OOPS” event like a battery exploding in front of your face, here is a brief overview of the facts. Read more...
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Filed under: Emergency Roadside Service, Safety
Posted on January 19th, 2009 by Warranty Direct
Here’s a story we can all relate to in some way or another:
You’ve had a crazy day; you’re trying to get 18 things done in the next two hours; you’re running around like a chicken with your head cut off; you haven’t eaten all day; you’ve got deadlines and commitments and not nearly enough time, and… you’ve just locked your keys in your car.
Not Today!
You want to scream. “How could I have done this?” You think. “No, not today, this can’t happen today…” You want to kick yourself for being so clueless. You want to just throw a rock at your window so you can grab your stupid keys and move on with your crazy day. Read more...
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Filed under: Emergency Roadside Service
Posted on December 23rd, 2008 by Warranty Direct
During the winter, driving can become quite a challenge for both you and your car. Your abilities as a driver and your cars mechanical aptitude are equally tested when treacherous driving conditions are present.
There are many things that you can do to get ready for the snow and sleet-covered roads. Below is a list of things that we think will help prepare you for when you find yourself face-to-face (or should we say wheel-to-asphalt) with some deceitful black ice conditions. Read more...
- Go slow
- Get a tune-up
- Get snow tires
- Bring a cell phone
- Add a block heater
- Clean off any snow or ice
- Carry tire chains and sand bags
- Make sure your car has the proper safety features
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Filed under: Emergency Roadside Service
Posted on December 8th, 2008 by Warranty Direct
It’s so important!
Extended car warranties that include 24 hour roadside assistance can be extremely helpful for automobile situations that catch us off-guard. However, even with a reliable extended warranty it’s always important to be prepared for the worst.
That’s why Warranty Info suggests that all drivers stay safe by keeping a roadside emergency kit in their car at all times. You never know when you may be stuck out in the middle of nowhere, alone, in the dark and with no cell phone reception.
Below is a list of items that could come in handy when stuck in a not-so-convenient roadside situation: Read more...
- 12-foot jumper cables
- Four 15-minute roadside flares
- Two quarts of oil
- Gallon of antifreeze
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