Monday, February 6th, 2012

We recommend replacement of automotive shocks and struts at 50,000 miles. Expert testing has shown that original equipment gas-charged shocks and struts degrade measurably by 50,000 miles. For many popular-selling vehicles, replacing these worn shocks and struts can improve the vehicle’s handling characteristics and comfort.

Yes, a better performing engine uses less fuel more efficiently, increasing fuel economy under normal cruising conditions. BORLA’s patented flow through design and proper diameter mandrel bent tubing evacuate the exhaust gases out the system much faster and at a much greater temperature than factory exhaust.

It’s different for every car, but typically expected gains are in the average range of 10%. Replacing the muffler/exhaust with a MagnaFlow will help your engine increase power by being able to expel exhaust gases quicker.

Check inflation pressure (including the spare) at least once a month and before every long trip. Tires must be checked when they are cold (before they have run a mile). If you must drive over a mile for air, measure and record the under-inflation amount of each tire.

All-season tires are designed to provide higher levels of snow traction than non-all-season tires. You have all-season tires if you find the letters “M+S” molded into the sidewall near the bead. These letters mean “Mud and Snow.” Even the best all-season tires will not provide acceptable levels of traction if you drive too fast in [...]

Three main factors contribute to hydroplaning, or the loss of traction on wet roads: Vehicle speed: As speed increases, wet traction is considerably reduced. Water depth: The deeper the water, the sooner you will  lose traction, although even thin water layers can cause a loss of traction, even at low speeds. Tire tread depth: As [...]