What are Some Important Car Maintenance Tips to Follow?

Getting your hands on the car that you have always dreamt of is just the very beginning of your journey as a car owner. There is so much more that you need to do to ensure that your coveted car is in its best condition. Buying a car is a long-term investment and therefore, it is imperative that you, as the humble owner of the car, follow a few maintenance tips that can help your car stand the test of time. If you have been looking for such tips for a while now, you have come to the right place. Read through the rest of the entry to find some of the most efficacious car maintenance tips and take a look at our inventory at Salinas Toyota to get behind the wheels of your favorite car.

Types of differentials broken down 

Vehicles are complex pieces of machines and there are parts you can go years without knowing about. If a differential doesn’t sound familiar to you, we have all the information for you. A differential receives power from the engine to the wheels and controls how they operate. There are four different types of differentials that differ in how they control this energy. Keep reading to learn about these. 

Car washes when the temperature dips 

In California, we don’t have to worry too much about the winter weather but if you plan on traveling somewhere with snow, you should think about the salt on the roads. Salt can cause harm to your vehicle after a while so you should have it washed off when you have a chance. We have some tips to keep in mind when you get a car wash in winter weather.  

Debunking the smell in your vehicle 

If you are smelling something unusual in your vehicle, this could be an indication something is wrong. We have rallied up some of the most common smells and what they could mean. Keep reading to find out. 

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Rental car insurance tips 

Even with the pandemic, many people are traveling. To keep mileage low on your current vehicle, you may want to opt-in for a rental car. Most rental car agencies, they will offer you their full coverage insurance, but is it worth it? In this blog, we will explore whether or not you should add on the full coverage rental car insurance. 

Traveling tips during COVID 

While it is recommended to stay home this year due to the pandemic, about 42% of adult Americans say they still plan on traveling for the holidays. We have created some tips for traveling during the pandemic for the 72% who say they plan on driving to their destination.  Read the rest of this entry >>

New driver tips 

Driving a car for the first time can be very intimidating. We have created a list of tips to keep in mind once you are ready to head out on the road. Keep reading to learn more.