The battery is the life of your electrical system, supplying power for starting the motor and running all the lights and gadgets in your car, yet it is often ignored.

Simple…any hobby shop in your area should carry a pretty good selection of Radio Controlled vehicles. Or, stop by a newstand (or book store) and pick up a copy of any of the Radio Controlled Car magazines (visit the Links page for a list of the magazines web sites). They will have all the manufacturers listed, as well as some of the local RC tracks in your area. A RC Track might be a good place to find a consignment vehicle, also (check out our Online Track Directory for a track near you). You can sometimes get a pretty good deal on a set up for a pretty reasonable price. Keep in mind, however, that this will be USED equipment! This could mean having to do a little cleanup/repair work before actually driving your new car.

acura rdx 2010 The car might not be well balanced when the weight in it is not even. While in speed, the uneven weight can cause the car to tilt and fall. The springs support the weight of the car to enhance a smooth ride. It also helps in absorbing shock from the car.

Rough roads or hard turning can eventually cause the way the wheels line up to become skewed. They may both end up pointing slightly in the same direction giving the driver the need to pull the steering wheel to the opposing side slightly while driving. In other cases, both of the wheels may also point outward in opposite directions, or both point inward. Finally, in other scenarios, the tops of the wheels may protrude out more than at the bottom or vice versa.

car suspension Another feature that Chevy should have changed before producing this car is the exhaust note. It’s not as bad as a muscle car, but for a car of its size, the sound of the exhaust is much louder than the typical sedan. But other than that, the car is just as good as the 2009 model. The few additions Chevy has made to the 2010 Cobalt includes new standard SS trim features such as a performance display and a power moonroof. Other than that, the 2010 and the 2009 models are basically identical, including the price tag with the 2010 model starting at just $17,000.

Some agencies can also advise whether the car has been written off or wrecked, and then rebuilt. Definitely stay away from a car that has been “reborn” since your resale value will suffer when you try to sell it eventually.

With that in mind, we bring you The Guide to Maintaining Your Older Vehicle. In this resource we will cover the important priorities you should consider in maintaining your older vehicle, important maintenance points for when you acquire a new-to-you older car, and when you should consider finally replacing your older vehicle for a newer one.

The first place to start is in the drivers seat! You know your car best. Do you find that the car is pulling to one side? Do you have feathering or cupping on your tires? Do you feel and hear a clunking noise when going over speed bumps? If you hear or see any of these symptoms, its best to head over to a trusted shop that can perform alignments. Then a technician can get the alignment readings for your vehicle and let you know if it’s out of manufacturer specification. From there, an adjustable ball joint may be the solution to your issues.

suspension repair shop Accessory bearings that are worn out can also be the cause of a squeal. Remove the accessory’s belt and test to see if the noise goes away. If it does, adjust and refit the belt.

If you aren’t one of the fortunate ones, and you don’t have a heated place to let your car warm up. Take it to a self-service car wash where you can spray the undercarriage and clean the inside of your wheels. Usually the water is warm enough to melt, or at least loosen up the snow and ice that you have accumulated.