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One of the most important ways to save money and enjoy a road trip is to be prepared, and we can help at Land Rover Roaring Fork. Our team has compiled a few tips that can help you save money on your next road trip.

Plan your route in advance. If you wing it, then you'll probably end up overspending. Planning a route can help you avoid tools and maximize your fuel economy. Be sure that your vehicle is ready for travel. If you get your vehicle serviced before your trip, your tires will be inflated, which will help…

As the temperature drops, it can sometimes be difficult to start your car. This is because cold weather has a tendency to affect battery life and make cars more prone to not starting. The colder the temperature outside, the more likely it becomes that you will have problems with your vehicle's battery. In this blog post we'll talk about what happens when temperatures drop below freezing so you know how best to prepare for winter!

Cold does have an impact on batteries, but that doesn't mean you should go running out and spend a bunch of money…

The duty of an engine water pump is to transport the coolant or antifreeze throughout the engine. A dirty coolant and a clogged water pump can stop the flow of the coolant, leading to overheating of the engine.

Radiator fans play a significant role in reducing the heat emitted in the engine by lowering the coolant temperatures. Broken and clogged fans can decrease the ability of the radiator to eradicate heat, increasing engine temperatures. Motor vehicle oil helps a lot in reducing the overall temperature of an engine

 When you properly clean your car, you will also realize the benefits of keeping the tires clean. Whenever the rubber meets tarmac, tires and wheels must grab dirt and grime. They also collect a lot of brake pad dust. Road salt and brake dust are some of the few threats that shorten the life of car tires.
 
Most tire manufacturers and dealers always recommend cleaning the wheels at least once every week. They help them remain at their best and look attractive while on the highway.
 
Process of Cleaning Car Tires
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Step one: Gather all the equipment and materials possible…

You do everything that you can to stay safe on the road. You drive safely and get the scheduled maintenance. However, emergencies can still happen while you are on the road. You should have an emergency kit with you at all times. It is relatively inexpensive for you to put together an emergency kit. Your roadside emergency kit needs to have the following, first aid kit, cell phone charger, refillable gas jug, duct tape, jumper cables, non-perishable food, water and a small fire extinguisher.

You should get off the road when you have an emergency. 

Hydroplaning represents a potentially catastrophic situation for drivers. Once a car loses control due to slick roads, crashing into another vehicle, a tree, or a divider becomes possible. Taking steps to reduce the chances of hydroplaning seems smart.

Traveling on days when it is rainy won't work in favor of those wishing to avoid hydroplaning. If driving on wet roads proves unavoidable, driving in a slow and controlled manner could improve safety. Drivers may find it wise to stay away from puddles and to keep clear of outer lanes. Outer lanes tend to experience water accumulations.

If you should find yourself on the side of the road with a spare tire, you'll likely find one of two types of spares in the back of your vehicle. We'd like to share the difference between these types with our Land Rover Roaring Fork customers.

You've probably heard the compact temporary spare tire referred to as a donut. This spare is smaller in size than your normal tires. It's meant to be a temporary measure and should be replaced as soon as you can get to a service station. Also, take care not to drive…

Why should you be paying closer attention to your engine's timing belt? It is actually possible for your car's engine to experience a substantial decrease in power in the case of an improperly functioning timing belt. This is due to the fact that the valves, pistons, camshaft and crankshaft cannot move in harmony without the use of the aforementioned timing belt.

Vehicles manufactured in recent decades will include a standard rubber-built timing belt. However, vintage vehicles will not. They, instead, will include a metal chain-like component. 100,000 miles is the replacement 

Driving in the winter can be a pain, so you may wonder if you can put winter tires on your vehicle and drive with them all year. We here at Land Rover Roaring Fork want you to know that while it is something you can do, it's not something you should do.

Winter tires are designed to give you better traction in the snow and ice. Because of that, they have thicker treads and also are made of rubber that is more suited to cold weather. Driving winter tires year round will cause the treads to wear down and…

Tire care doesn't always involve rotations and wheel alignments. Simple steps performed by the owner could help preserve the tires' condition. Making sure the tires have the right amount of air pressure may preserve them, as low air pressure could wear down the rubber. Excessive air pressure may lead to a blowout, which is dangerous.

An inexpensive tire pressure gauge reveals the psi levels in tires. The tires' manufacturer will list the appropriate psi level. If it says, "33 psi," then that is the target. Anything higher or lower presents a problem. Thankfully, adding or