Sometimes it may seem like everything in the sky is falling and landing on the surface of your car. To begin with, rain and all of the contamination that comes with it is probably the one thing that’s a constant. And rain is something we really cannot do very much about. Of course, making sure your car is polished and waxed frequently will go a long way in adding an extra layer of protection against the rain and other forms of air borne contamination.

By Frank Canna
It’s summer, time to pack up the family and head out on the open road for that good old fashion summer vacation. Whether your destination is only a few hours away or hundreds of miles from home, the fact is; you want your road trip to be as safe and trouble free as possible.

By Frank Canna
For teens, learning how to drive is not easy. Sure, most teens can figure out how to load their MP3 player, send text messages and accomplish a host of other high tech stuff, but when it comes learning how to become a safe driver, that’s a challenge.

By Frank Canna
Yes it’s true, more and more car owners are beginning to realize what most long time detailing customers have know all along; car detailing is a necessity, not a luxury.
Sure, some people still think getting your car detailed means going above and beyond what the average vehicle requires. Basically, the idea of keeping your car looking like new is no different than taking care of any other routine preventative maintenance, such as, making sure your oil is changed on a regular basis. Of course, there was a time …

With the economy affecting just about everyone, it’s no surprise people are being forced to keep their cars longer. Now more than ever, it makes sense to take care of the appearance of your car. An easy way to do this is to simply get into the habit of washing your car on a regular basis.

By Frank Canna
Okay, thanks to a downturn in the economy, it looks like many of us will be keeping our cars a little longer than we once thought. That’s why, now more than ever, it pays to take care
of your ride by focusing on routine preventative maintenance. Let’s start with what you need to do in order to prolong the life of your engine. Of course, frequent oil changes should be at the top of your list. By changing your oil often, you can actually keep your engine running smoothly …

By Frank Canna
As we motor through the seasons, tires are sometimes one of our forgotten car maintenance items. Think about it. When was the last time you checked the air pressure in your tires?
Check your tire pressure once a month.
It is a little known fact that tire pressure can vary dramatically in either extreme cold or hot weather conditions. The actual air pressure in your tires can change by 1 pound per square inch for every 10 degrees Fahrenheit change in outside air temperature.

By Frank Canna
When it comes to keeping your car running like new, why wait until things become a problem? The simple solution to saving money and avoiding costly car repair bills is to get out there and do your own routine maintenance. Think about it. The small price you pay in advance will usually end up paying you big dividends in the long run. And when you take care of things before they become a problem, you are sure to have fewer surprises in the future.
There is nothing worse than …

By Frank Canna
Not only can air-borne elements in our environment be hazardous to our health, they can also be hazardous to your car. Below is a brief explanation of the key environmental factors and their impact on the appearance of your car. Of course, acid rain is at the top of the list. Emissions from chemical plants, fossil fuel burning power plants and the internal combustion engine are being transported into our atmosphere on a daily basis. When these deposits find their way to the surface of your car, …

Recently I got to thinking about some of the things to consider when you are in the market for buying a new car. Honestly, for some of us older car guys, we would still have every car we ever owned. Of course, most people can’t hang on to their daily drivers forever. Sooner or later it becomes clear that you need to put together a plan for purchasing a new car.