With half of Americans planning to take a road trip of more than 200 miles this summer,* Cooper Tire is going the distance to ensure parents check their family vehicle’s tires before embarking on “daycations” and summer road trips. According to a new survey – “Miles with Mom” – time in the car is a frequent opportunity for modern families to connect. Cooper Tire recently polled more than ...
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With half of Americans planning to take a road trip of more than 200 miles this summer,* Cooper Tire is going the distance to ensure parents check their family vehicle’s tires before embarking on “daycations” and summer road trips. According to a new survey – “Miles with Mom” – time in the car is a frequent opportunity for modern families to connect. Cooper Tire recently polled more than ...
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At BlogHer09 AskPatty will be giving away mini tire pressure gauge key rings to remind us all to "Check your Tire Pressure One a Month." Keeping your tires inflated properly helps retain the fuel economy, save money on rising gas prices and is a big safety issue during summer travel. Under-inflated tires can contribute to blow-outs while driving on hot summer roads! A tire is a pneumatic system, which supports a vehicle’s load. ...
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During April "Earth Month," the Automobile Club reminded us that motorists can do their part not just on Earth Day but all throughout the year to help the environment, save gas, and be safe with one simple action: checking their vehicle's tire pressure. Properly inflated tires improve vehicle safety while reducing emissions and gas usage, says the Auto Club. The Auto Club, the Rubber Manufacturers ...
Father's Day is coming up and gift givers everywhere are thinking about what to get Dad. We're pretty sure he doesn't need another tie, so our colleagues at TireRack.com have compiled a range of ideas that those Dads passionate about cars might actually find useful. Hate watching Dad cringe every time he fills up the tank? The Accutire Air10 Gauge with built-in LED flashlight will help him save money by ...
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Keeping your family safe on the road is a priority! Did you know one of the causes of traffic fatalities are underinflated tires? How often do you check your tire pressure? Do you own a good tire pressure gauge and check your tire pressure once a month? Do you know the correct tire pressure for your vehicle and tires? Did you know that you should rotate and have your tires inspected every other time your oil is changed, ...
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