Identify These Zero-Start Aids For Winter Engines
A winter car starting quiz describes four plug-in heater devices used in cold climates. An oil heater for air cooled engines, a tank heater for liquid cooled engines, a radiator hose heater, and a freeze plug heater attached to the engine block keep fluids from freezing and aid engine turnover on subzero mornings.
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International Falls
Minn
Fairbanks
Alaska
Phoenix
Ariz
St. Petersburg
Fla
Phillips
James B. Carter, Inc
Winter Fuel Economy Gains Tied to Tuneups and Driving
Petroleum sources note the gap between summer and winter gasoline use is narrowing due to winter driving conditions and fuel efficiency gains. Engine tuneups improve mileage, with tests showing up to two gallon per 20 gallon gains and up to 50 percent increases for badly out of tune cars. Proper tire inflation, brakes, suspension, and steady cruising at or below 55 mph also boost economy while winter idling and cold starts waste fuel.
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Federal Energy Agency
FEA
Make Those Snow Tires Last
Snow tires provide traction in snow and mud and help handling. Match tire types on front and rear to avoid handling issues, using radial tires on both axles if radials are on the front. Maintain air pressure, check when temperatures drop, and ensure tires are cold before driving.
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Firestone Tire & Rubber Co
Winter prep car care tips and snow tire guidance
The article outlines checks before winter such as radiator anti freeze and hoses, notes inflation changes after driving, how to find correct tire pressure from manuals, cautions against bleeding hot tires, suggests mounting snow tires on extra wheels, storing them cool and dry, and warns against rotating studded tires or driving on them in warm weather. It also advises to follow state laws on studded tires and to remove snow tires promptly in spring.
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