(BPT) — When cousins Bo and Luke Duke from the television series The Dukes of Hazzard named their car “The General Lee,” they had the famous General Robert E. Lee in mind. Why? The show was set in the South, so perhaps it was to capture the Southern vibe of the Duke lifestyle. Maybe it […]

It’s happened to you once or twice. You slide into your car, put the key into the ignition and turn it, only to discover that your battery is dead and you’re not going anywhere. Your first thought-ask someone for a jump. Lucky for you, you have a set of jumper cables and you know how […]

When you start your vehicle, the instrument panel lights up with all those little symbols. As soon as the computer verifies everything is working properly, the lights go off. On occasion, however, a light remains on and it is best that you find your vehicle’s handbook and look up a detailed explanation of what the […]

What do you consider to be the most important part of your vehicle? If you think it’s the brakes, you are correct because without the ability to stop your vehicle, you’re like a projectile in search of a target. That’s why it’s important to pay attention to your brakes. Having your brakes checked periodically is […]

It happens quickly. You’re driving through an intersection and someone tries to run a red light. Cars collide. Cars get damaged. Hopefully, no drivers are injured. Police authorities are called and an accident report is completed. Too bad, that’s not the end of the story. What do you do next? Repair experts agree that you […]

When Deb Desjardins was growing up in Auburn, she lived about half a mile from Roy’s All Steak Burgers on Route 4, an institution in Lewiston-Auburn known for its Tuesday evening cruise nights where antique and collectible car owners from throughout Maine gather to show off their vehicles and share stories. “I always had an […]

Many drivers will experience a flat tire at some point in their lives. Flat tires can be a nuisance, especially if a flat leaves you stranded on the side of an empty road with little opportunity for passing traffic to help you. Knowing how to change your own tire can keep you from sitting on […]

Understanding tires and what makes some a better fit than others for certain vehicles can make for safe driving and improved handling. All-season tires The most common type of tire and arguably the best known is the standard all-season tire. Many vehicles come equipped with these tires, which are designed to be versatile enough to […]

According to data from TrueCar.com, in 2012 the average new car cost $30,500. That’s a considerable expense, especially at a time when fuel costs remain high and cost of living continues to rise. Because new cars have become so expensive, more and more vehicle owners are looking for ways to extend the life of their […]