Nationwide Fleet: Local ownership, international success Most dealerships offer a signature product, but Tim Hensley deals in all sorts of toys. While he specializes in Harley Davidsons, Hensley’s business Nationwide Fleet also deals in luxury cars, spee...
Brentwood NAPA: a family legacy continues
Linda Wilson remembers her husband, Rick, getting a call in the middle of the night. A local farmer’s harvester had broken down and he needed a part immediately. Rick, co-owner of Brentwood NAPA Au...
Getting to the root of auto ailments Getting to the root of auto Decorated with a wall of model cars and boasting a massage chair and an arcade driving game, the waiting area at East County European Autoworks is family-friendly and in...
Secrets to buying online
The test drive is an important part of used-car shopping. Taking a used car for a spin before you buy it is a good way to get to know the vehicle, from detecting mechanical problems to seeing if it...
Keeping the shine on Most people purchase a vehicle for its looks and performance. But unless the vehicle is kept in a garage and never driven, it’s impossible to keep it in pristine condition. Some kind of damage to t...
Four great auto apps
Smartphones and tablets have revolutionized the way many of us live. Apps can help with shopping, exercising, learning – even driving. Here are a few of the best apps for car owners, courtesy of w...
Diligent drivers put it in green gear You don’t need to drive a hybrid to lessen your footprint on the road. There are several ways car owners can be kinder to the environment – and their vehicles – while driving. According to Gary Ke...
Brake Stop brings car trouble to a halt As new cars become unaffordable luxuries and gas prices soar, car owners pay greater attention to keeping their older vehicles in repair. Carl Watkins, owner of Brake Stop Auto Services, aims to pr...
Gadgets more popular than car safety features Whether you’re planning a short trip to the store or a long ride across the country, getting behind the wheel is the easy part. Staying safe while driving, on the other hand, takes more work. Howe...
Hot rod heaven Hot rodders wound up four days of fun cruising the San Francisco Bay Area’s automotive hot spots with a visit to Brentwood last month. There they checked out East Bay Muscle Cars. A precursor to ...
Hot wheels vs. smart wheels: How to find a safe car for your teen When the time comes to purchase a car, your teenagers might be dreaming of hot wheels. They may be thinking sporty, while you're looking for reliability and affordability. Use these tips to help yo...
Fuel efficiency: The only true way to beat high gas prices In today's super-connected world, it's possible to hop on the Internet, or even flip open an app on your phone, to find which gas station is offering the lowest prices on gas in your neck of the wo...
Essential insurance you can't live without Cutting back on vacations and entertainment is a wise move to help ride out a recovering economy, but don't be tempted to forego car and homeowners insurance to make ends meet. Here are tips on whi...
For motorists, delaying car care is a costly decision Drivers count on their vehicles to get them to their destinations safely, but how well a vehicle runs depends on how much effort motorists put into protecting their investment in their cars.
Want to get 200K miles out of your car? Tips to help The average driver today estimates that a vehicle should go for more than 200,000 miles before sending it into retirement, according to a new national survey. Even though some cars might not run as...
Tips to keep your vehicle safe and looking great this summer Small inconveniences can become much larger problems if not taken care of early, and unfortunately, many drivers fail to address vehicle problem signs until it's too late. Frequent checks and prope...
Put kids' dental health on the fast track When you're a NASCAR driver like Greg Biffle, driver of the No. 16 3M Ford Fusion in the NASCAR Sprint Cup Series, nothing makes you smile like a trip to victory lane. Biffle is helping deliver the...
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