For those do-it-yourself advocates out there, good for you! Trying to work on your car takes bravery. An awesome device that makes tinkering on your own vehicle a much simpler task is the automotive lift. Although it may not seeming daunting, the automotive lift comes with a certain amount of safety hazards that you need to be aware of.
First of all, make sure you read the directions and know how to actually properly work the device. This is heavy machinery that means business! Knowing how to properly work the equipment will reduce the risk of serious or fatal injuries.
Never work the lift with people inside of the vehicle, or if the weight of the vehicle is larger than the maximum amount of weight the lift can handle.
Be vigilant and inspect the lift before you use it make sure that nothing is broken or loose.
Good luck!!
For more information check out:
http://www.autosupportforum.com/general/automotive-lift-basic-safety-rules/
Wednesday, December 29, 2010
Wednesday, December 22, 2010
Traveling this holiday season? Make sure your car is winterized!
With the holidays comes a lot more traffic than normal, which brings more hazards on the road. In order to avoid trouble as much as possible, simply take a few precautionary actions.
Make sure that your car is clean inside and out. This is important for many reasons. First of all, cleaning the inside of your car clears any debris that could be shifted during travel and prevent things from rolling under the gas or brake pedals. Cleaning off the windows enables better vision for the drivers as well. Cleaning the outside of your car can get off any extra salt or debris that isn't any good for your car.
Check the tire pressure on your vehicle before you go anywhere. This can prevent many problems you may face on the road. Make sure that your car is in general good maintenance and able to be driven distances.
Have safe travels!
http://www.theskichannel.com/news/skinews/20101222/5-quick-fixes-to-winterize-your-car
Make sure that your car is clean inside and out. This is important for many reasons. First of all, cleaning the inside of your car clears any debris that could be shifted during travel and prevent things from rolling under the gas or brake pedals. Cleaning off the windows enables better vision for the drivers as well. Cleaning the outside of your car can get off any extra salt or debris that isn't any good for your car.
Check the tire pressure on your vehicle before you go anywhere. This can prevent many problems you may face on the road. Make sure that your car is in general good maintenance and able to be driven distances.
Have safe travels!
http://www.theskichannel.com/news/skinews/20101222/5-quick-fixes-to-winterize-your-car
Wednesday, December 15, 2010
Keep a well oiled machine
We all know that we should get our oil changed every couple of months, and a lot of us still need the reminder of the little flashing oil can light. But why do we need to change our oil? Will it REALLY not run properly if we don't? The answer is yes you need to change your oil, and yes it will REALLY REALLY not run properly if you don't maintain your car.
Think about it this way, how would you feel if you didn't have any liquids for an extended period of time. You would feel pretty terrible and parched and get yourself a bottle of water. Well your car can't exactly drive itself over to a Jiffy Lube or pop open the top of a jug of oil and drink up (well yet anyways!), so you need to stay vigilant and take care of your vehicle when it shows he warning signs of being parched.
Your vehicle is a complicated machine fun of cylinders and pistons and things that need to move around freely, but need the lubrication of oil. If there is no oil then too much friction occurs and we all know that fast moving metal on metal never ends well. In order to make sure your engine is happy and healthy, just make sure you keep some oil in it.
For more information on what happens if you don't change your oil, check out:
http://answers.yahoo.com/question/index?qid=20080204193107AApEcRz
Think about it this way, how would you feel if you didn't have any liquids for an extended period of time. You would feel pretty terrible and parched and get yourself a bottle of water. Well your car can't exactly drive itself over to a Jiffy Lube or pop open the top of a jug of oil and drink up (well yet anyways!), so you need to stay vigilant and take care of your vehicle when it shows he warning signs of being parched.
Your vehicle is a complicated machine fun of cylinders and pistons and things that need to move around freely, but need the lubrication of oil. If there is no oil then too much friction occurs and we all know that fast moving metal on metal never ends well. In order to make sure your engine is happy and healthy, just make sure you keep some oil in it.
For more information on what happens if you don't change your oil, check out:
http://answers.yahoo.com/question/index?qid=20080204193107AApEcRz
Wednesday, December 8, 2010
Prevent automobile theft!
Unfortunately things aren't like the good ol' days where we could leave our car running out in the parking lot. We need to be careful. Thievery is a problem, but you can take many measures to prevent loss of property.
First of all, lock your car doors. Always. Whether it's in drive, parked at the grocery store, or parked out front of your house, lock the doors. You never know when a criminal may strike so you might was well be prepared.
Don't leave personal belongings such as Ipods, cell phones, purses, or garage door openers in your vehicle in the first place. If it is necessary to leave such an item in your vehicle, hide it or lock it in your glove compartment. No need to dangle a prize in front of a potential thief!
Make sure you know where your car keys are at all times. You don't want to set them down and have someone easily steal your car.
If your car gets broken into or stolen, file a police report right away. Make sure the law knows what's going on so they can possibly prevent further issues.
Be safe out there everyone!!
First of all, lock your car doors. Always. Whether it's in drive, parked at the grocery store, or parked out front of your house, lock the doors. You never know when a criminal may strike so you might was well be prepared.
Don't leave personal belongings such as Ipods, cell phones, purses, or garage door openers in your vehicle in the first place. If it is necessary to leave such an item in your vehicle, hide it or lock it in your glove compartment. No need to dangle a prize in front of a potential thief!
Make sure you know where your car keys are at all times. You don't want to set them down and have someone easily steal your car.
If your car gets broken into or stolen, file a police report right away. Make sure the law knows what's going on so they can possibly prevent further issues.
Be safe out there everyone!!
Wednesday, December 1, 2010
Hang up the phone and drive!
In today's world it is expected to be able to be reached 24/7. Texting, calling, and e-mailing friends, relatives, and coworkers helps us to feel connected and in the loop. With the beep of the phone everyone is tempted - even at the wheel - to answer. Studies show, however, that that is a bad move to make safety wise.
Not only is your brain power lowered because you are so distracted, you are four times more likely to get into an accident while on the phone. So why take the risk? Missing one phone call is not worth the risk of damaging your car or worse.
Teenagers need to be particularly wary because they are four times more likely than an adult to have an accident while using a mobile device.
Be safe out there everyone!
Statistical information provided by:
http://www.teendriversource.org/stats/teen/detail/64
Not only is your brain power lowered because you are so distracted, you are four times more likely to get into an accident while on the phone. So why take the risk? Missing one phone call is not worth the risk of damaging your car or worse.
Teenagers need to be particularly wary because they are four times more likely than an adult to have an accident while using a mobile device.
Be safe out there everyone!
Statistical information provided by:
http://www.teendriversource.org/stats/teen/detail/64
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