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December 31, 2006

Automotive News - Work Car of the Year Runners-Up

Filed under: Auto News — User @ 7:00 pm

Work Car of the Year Runners-Up
We only had two categories for the Work Car of the Year: Commuters and Hard Workers. One obviously seeks out the best daily drivers we could find, while the other is for people who need their cars during their 9…

New Years Concept Car Unveilings
At the stroke of midnight on December 31st ? that?s between Saturday and Sunday ? we?ll be bringing you word on one of the most anticipated concepts to debut at this year?s Detroit auto show. Then on New Year?s Eve…

Mazda Lineup Growing, Advertising Not Catching Up
We just finished reading AutoWeek?s story on Mazda?s expanding lineup ? moving from seven nameplates to nine in two years and adding six more bodystyles in the same timeframe ? and we?re a bit dismayed that the company isn?t planning…

Automotive News - Eco-Friendly Car of the Year Runners-Up

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Eco-Friendly Car of the Year Runners-Up
You can?t talk cars these days without talking about hybrids and alternative fuels. This year we had so many new or significant ones that this category was one of the toughest to call in our Lifestyle Awards. Green Cars of…

Work Car of the Year Runners-Up
We only had two categories for the Work Car of the Year: Commuters and Hard Workers. One obviously seeks out the best daily drivers we could find, while the other is for people who need their cars during their 9…

Mazda Lineup Growing, Advertising Not Catching Up
We just finished reading AutoWeek?s story on Mazda?s expanding lineup ? moving from seven nameplates to nine in two years and adding six more bodystyles in the same timeframe ? and we?re a bit dismayed that the company isn?t planning…

2007 Detroit Auto Show: Nissan Rogue
Nissan joins the compact SUV market in the U.S. with its new Rogue seen here. The stylish little SUV will compete directly against the Honda CR-V and Toyota RAV4 and will have available all-wheel drive. It?s powered by a 175…

Looking Back: December 2006
Here it is, our final installment at the year in car news here on Kicking Tires. We find a lot happening between winter holidays as we prepare for an even busier 2007. We finish wrapping up our L.A. Auto Show…

New Years Concept Car Unveilings
At the stroke of midnight on December 31st ? that?s between Saturday and Sunday ? we?ll be bringing you word on one of the most anticipated concepts to debut at this year?s Detroit auto show. Then on New Year?s Eve…

5 Things You Should Know Before Buying a Car Cover

Filed under: Car Care — User @ 1:00 pm

If you own a collector car, the purchase of a quality car cover can be an important investment. Before making this purchase, there should be ample consideration given to the quality of the car cover itself. Follow these tips while searching for the perfect cover for your perfect car.

1- While looking for a car cover for your vehicle, keep in mind that quality is a factor in this purchase. The better the quality, the better the cover will protect your investment. Look for a cover that is made specifically for your type of car. Many car cover manufacturers offer a variety of pre-made covers for most types of cars. The cover does not need to be custom made for your vehicle, just made for your specific kind of car.

2- If purchase price is not an issue, then it be might be wise to consider a custom-made car cover. This will ensure that the cover doesn’t blow away in a strong wind, will have elastic in all the right spots, can have extra layers of protection built in. The custom cover can even be made in a color to match your car or with some custom embroidery that is just for you.

3- The material that the cover is made from is important also. It needs to be breathable, if the cover holds in moisture it will have dire consequences on your paint. The cover is not supposed to be waterproof, it should, however, dry out quickly after a rain, so that the rain spots are minimal on the paint finish.

4- A cover that has several layers of padding is best for the protection of your vehicle. These added layers will protect your car against such tragedies as limbs falling from trees, the neighbors’ cats, stray baseballs and the like.

5- Before you place the perfect cover that you have found on your car, make sure it is clean. A dirty car will be scratched and scuffed no matter what quality cover you put on it. However, having a clean car to start with will help to ensure a well-protected car through the long months in storage.
About the Author

John Mancini writes about car covers online and offline. You can read more about truck seat covers and truck bed covers on his websites. -

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