Maintenance Tips and Other Auto Care Tips | GEICO Living

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Types Of Tires And When You Might Need Them

What are the most common types of tires available on the market? What kind of tires do you need for your vehicle? Learn about when you might (or might not) need certain types of tires from a Goodyear® tire expert.

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Instant Expert: How To Replace Your Headlights

Become an instant expert and learn how to change your headlights in just 9 steps to help you cut down the costs in car maintenance.

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Instant Expert: How To Change Your Air Filter

Read these simple steps to learn how to change your air filter like an expert. This could help you save money and improve your air.

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How To Ship A Car

Need to move your car without driving it? Here are your options.

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How To Replace Windshield Wiper Blades On Your Car Or Truck

Changing the wipers on your vehicle is important for safety and visibility as you drive. Learn how easy it is to replace windshield wipers in 8 simple steps.

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5 Ways To Avoid Buying Flood-Damaged Cars

When shopping for a used car, make sure you check these 5 ways to tell if a vehicle has been the victim of flood damage.

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How To Improve Sound Quality In Your Car

Looking to improve your car audio? Check out our recommendations for car stereo enhancements that won't cost a fortune.

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How To Protect Your Car From Rodents

Rats, mice and other rodents can wreak major havoc on your car's engine. Here's how to help keep them at bay.

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Instant Expert: How To Change Your Oil

Learn how you can change your oil like a professional with these 10 simple steps. Keep your car running smoothly and save money on oil changes.

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Why You Shouldn’t Ignore Vehicle Recalls

Read about how car recalls happen—and why it’s important to take action if your car is recalled.

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Premium Gas Vs. Regular Gas

Before filling up your vehicle at the pump, get the facts about premium gasoline and understand the important difference between premium vs regular gas.

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Surprising Things That Can Damage Your Car’s Paint

Keeping your car's paint in great condition can be tough if you don't know the hazards it faces. Learn how to protect your car's paint from the elements.

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Five Questions To Ask Your Mechanic

Learn how to have an open and honest conversation with your mechanic before they look at your vehicle with these five important questions.

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Car Maintenance 101: How To Check Tire Pressure

Follow this step-by-step guide to checking your tire pressure and how to top off the air in your tires.

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Top 4 Common Causes Of Car Breakdowns Over Summer

Learn more about the top 4 causes of car breakdowns in summer and how to prevent your car from breaking down while you're driving on a summer trip!

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Should You Upgrade Your Car’s Headlights?

Car headlights aren’t one-size-fits-all—and having the right ones is essential for helping you drive safely at night.

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7 Signs Of Worn Shocks And Struts

Your vehicle’s suspension is essential to its control and safety. Here’s how to head off a problem.

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5 Signs You Need New Brake Pads

Know these 5 signs that you might need new brake pads, so you can have them fixed before something goes wrong.

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How To Avoid Door Dings

Here's a few easy anti-car door ding and scratch tips to help keep your vehicle from being damaged.

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Top Car Cleaning Hacks

Looking to clean headlights, remove bugs from your car, or polish up your car windows or dashboards? Check out these easy home solutions!

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7 Items You Should Never Leave In Your Car

In extreme temperatures, these items could explode, leak, catch fire, spoil and generally wreak havoc on your vehicle's interior.

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What To Do If Your Car Overheats

What should you do when your car overheats? These 5 simple tips may help save your vehicle's engine and can even save you money on repair bills.

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Your Guide To Hybrid And Electric Vehicles

Learn the differences between hybrid and electric vehicles, the type of cars available, and if one of these cars may be right for you.

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Takata Airbag Recalls: Is My Car Affected?

Air bags are an important safety feature in today's vehicles. Learn more about the Takata recalls and how they could impact your vehicle.

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How Potholes Can Damage Your Car

Uh oh, you hit a pothole! Here’s how to inspect your ride for possible damage.

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Surprising Car Washing Dos And Don’ts

Road salt, sand, and freezing and thawing have taken a toll on your vehicle. Follow these tips to make sure your car sparkles as spring approaches.

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The Best Ways To Clean Bugs Off Your Car (And How To Avoid Them In The First Place)

Time spent on the road means you'll likely splatter some bugs, so we've collected expert tips on the best ways to remove bugs from your car or truck.

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Fuel Additives: What Are They & Do They Work?

Gasoline additives make a lot of promises to improve your car's performance and engine health, but do these popular products really work as advertised?

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5 Surprising Ways You May Be Hurting Your Car

Read about these common bad habits that could inflict long-term damage and cause maintenance problems for your vehicle.

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5 Ways To Help Extend The Life Of Your Vehicle

If you're one of these unlucky commuters for whom telecommuting, carpooling and/or public transportation aren't realistic options, here are a few tips that may help you spend less on gas by making your vehicle more fuel-efficient and extending its longevity.

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