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      An Adjustable Radiator Cover to Keep Steering Working in Sub-Zero Weather 

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      Published on 03-28-2022 06:01 PM
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      A couple of issues that can arise when driving a vehicle in sub-zero temperatures is that the steering sometimes locks up (because the power steering fluid gets really, really cold) and the engine oil can be sluggish. ...
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      5 Tips for Happy Holiday Road Trips with Kids 

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      Published on 11-09-2011 09:01 AM
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      Holiday Road Trip!
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      Ah, the holidays - a most festive and joyous time for everyone. Or at least it should be. From finding last minute gifts, to planning holiday parties, to sending out Christmas cards, it is easy to see why this can quickly become a stress-filled time of year. The last thing you want to worry about is having a nerve-wracking trip on the way to your holiday destination. Here are five simple tips to help ...
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      Winter Road Trip? Don’t Leave Home Without These Six Essentials in Your Vehicle 

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      Published on 10-20-2011 12:16 AM

      Winter roadSure, summer is the traditional time for road travel, but that doesn’t mean winter road trips can’t be great, too. Or maybe they’re just necessary – gotta get to Grandma’s for the holidays. Whatever the motive that sets your tires in motion over snowy, icy, or just plain cold roadways, don’t hit the pavement without ...
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      Ten Tips for Choosing a Pet-Friendly Motel 

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      Published on 05-07-2010 12:01 AM
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      On a recent road trip from Los Angeles to Austin, accompanied by my pug, Miss Phoebe Rose, I was pleasantly surprised to discover that even motels with “no pet” signs were welcoming all sizes and breeds in order to combat current recession high vacancy rates. The number of households with pets has risen to a record 63% and a recent survey indicates that 19% of dog owners choose to travel with their pets.
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