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Here you’ll find articles relating to the many challenges our veterans and their families face daily.

Easy Ways to Fix Scratches on Your Car | Veteran Car Donations
February 13, 2023

Super Easy Ways to Fix Scratches on Your Car

Say Goodbye to Car Scratches Using These 4 Quick Hacks! Does your car have those ugly scratches? Perhaps you thought that having them removed at the shop would cost you a fortune — which could explain why the scratches are still there. What if we told you that you can get rid of those scratches ...
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Ways to Deal with Starter Motor Failure | Veteran Car Donations
February 11, 2023

2 Ways to Deal with Starter Motor Failure

Do You Have a Bad Starter? People who drive modern cars enjoy superb ride quality and comfort over long distances. Consequently, automotive engineering advancements often make it easy for them to forget that their vehicles go through tremendous stress on the road. Since car components wear out over time, car owners who fail to ensure ...
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A Person Leaning on a Blue Car | Veteran Car Donations
February 9, 2023

5 Steps You Need to Take When Your Car Stalls

A Stalled Vehicle Poses a Serious Safety Risk! You’re singing to your favorite road trip playlist, and the next thing you know, your engine gives out while you’re driving down a road. A stalled car is every driver’s worst nightmare. If this happens while you’re stuck in moving traffic, it could lead to crashes, injuries, ...
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The 3 Most Common Causes of Automatic Transmission Slipping | Veteran Car Donations
February 7, 2023

The 3 Most Common Causes of Automatic Transmission Slipping

Stay Safe and Avoid Costly Repairs! A transmission unit converts engine power to motion. Without it, your wheel won’t move an inch. Your car may shift to another gear without warning when your transmission slips. Besides creating a serious safety risk, this problem could lead to costly repairs. For these reasons, a slipping automatic transmission ...
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3 Simple Steps on How to Inspect Your Oil | Veteran Car Donations
February 5, 2023

3 Simple Steps on How to Inspect Your Oil

Here’s the Easiest Way to Avoid Engine Failure Oil is the lifeblood of your car’s engine. It lubricates the engine’s internal moving parts, protecting them from wear and tear. Oil also prevents dirt buildup and helps keep the engine from overheating.  Regularly inspecting your car’s oil level is the easiest way to avoid engine failure ...
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When Should You Replace Your Windshield Wipers | Veteran Car Donations
February 3, 2023

How Often Should You Replace Your Windshield Wipers?

4 Red Flags That Should Compel You to Replace Your Wipers Windshield wipers play a crucial role in keeping drivers safe on the road. They’re there to remove any dirt on the windshield that can obstruct your view of the road ahead while driving — dust, debris, rainwater, and snow. Unfortunately, as with other car ...
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Car Parked on a Road with Snow on the Side | Veteran Car Donations
January 22, 2023

Does Car Insurance Cover Salt Damage?

It’s ‘Normal Wear and Tear’! Salt damage can happen to just about any vehicle. If you’ve noticed corrosion in your car due to salt damage, you’re probably wondering whether car insurance covers salt damage. Bear in mind that insurance policies only cover unexpected, one-time incidents, which means they don’t usually cover damage or issues arising ...
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3 Possible Reasons Why Your Steering Wheel Is Shaking | Veteran Car Donations
January 20, 2023

3 Possible Reasons Why Your Steering Wheel Is Shaking

Know Why Your Steering Wheel Is Acting Up! Driving with a steering wheel that shivers and shakes is never a pleasant experience. Besides making your ride unnecessarily stressful and unsettling, a quivering steering wheel is a sure sign that there’s something’s not right with your vehicle. Since ignoring the issue will only make things worse, ...
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Most Asked Questions About Fuel Economy Answered! | Veteran Car Donations
January 18, 2023

Most Asked Questions About Fuel Economy Answered!

Looking to Save on Gas While Keeping Your Car in Tip-Top Shape? Contrary to popular belief, fuel economy ratings aren’t fixed numbers like cargo volumes or engine sizes. Factors such as driving habits, the vehicle’s mechanical condition, and driving conditions can significantly affect a vehicle’s fuel economy.   Fuel Economy: Frequently Asked Questions If you’re ...
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5 Things You Should NOT Do When Your Car Is Overheating | Veteran Car Donations
January 16, 2023

5 Things You Should NOT Do When Your Car Is Overheating

Don’t Make Matters Worse! Is steam coming from under your hood? Do you smell an unusual odor coming from your engine area? Is the engine temperature gauge on your dashboard spiking into the red or the “H” area? If you answered three resounding “yeses!”, your engine is overheating. Car engines can overheat for various reasons. ...
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