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The Canadian winter is often marked by fierce winter storms and blizzard conditions that can appear without warning.
We are often reminded of the snow, sleet and black ice that can make winter driving dangerous. This year ensure you are prepared to withstand even the harshest of winter weather conditions. |
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When driving in snow, sleet and ice, safety takes a turn for the better if you take note of these winter-driving tips from IndyCar Series driver Danica Patrick.
Here are her 10 basic guidelines to follow for safe winter driving on slippery roads: |
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No matter where you live, winter driving requires extra-special attention. When the temperatures outside fall, keeping an eye on your car's mechanical condition, being prepared and driving cautiously are all critical to your personal safety and that of your passengers. |
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With its 263 hp, six- speed transmission and four-wheel independent suspension, the 2008 Taurus is turning out to be quite a performer, but it is its rating as the safest full-size car in America by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) that is steering many families to the showrooms. |
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Getting stuck in a snow bank or stranded on the highway is a nerve-wracking experience, but planning ahead and remembering these tips from the Michelin-certified Alliance Tire Professionals can take the panic out of being snow-bound. |
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It's 7 a.m. Dreary skies with a light drizzle. You're on your way to work when another motorist runs a stop sign. The vehicle appears in front of you milliseconds before the impact. As the shock dissipates, the first thing you notice is the airbag, inflated in front of you. Aside from minor cuts and bruises, you're okay. The airbag just helped save your life.
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CarsDirect Can Help with All Kinds of Auto Loans |
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It is possible to get a loan to help you buy a used car, the older the car is the harder it will be to find a loan through a bank or dealership. Used cars are seen as deteriorating in value, therefore dealerships and financial institutions will charge you higher interest rates on your loans and may not even offer a loan if the car is old enough. A used car may cost less, which may be part of the reason you are buying it, but may cost a lot more to take out a loan on then a new car once you factor in interest expenses. |
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When people think about refinancing, they probably think about refinancing their mortgage. Auto loan refinance is similar in concept but is a lot less complicated. Why should you refinance? Maybe your interest rate is sky high and your monthly payments are too much for you to handle. If this sounds like your situation (or you're just curious to see if you can get a better deal) then a refinance quote is right up your alley. |
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It comes as a surprise to some people that it is possible to refinance an auto loan. When they hear the word "refinance", they generally think about home refinancing only, and are usually quite pleased when they discover that they can lower the usually high interest rate on their auto loan by taking advantage of refinancing. |
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