motorists miss tune ups despite gains in efficiency
A Champion program report finds the typical U S driver loses about a gallon and a half of gasoline per tank due to neglecting tune ups. Tests with a portable dynamometer measured fuel use before and after tune ups, noting improved starting, power, and passing performance but low awareness of these benefits.
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Test Pian Spark Plug Company
Laboratory Equipment Corp
Mooresville
Indiana
Champion
George M. Galster
Champion's
Automotive Technical Services Department
U.S
Galster
Muffler Neglect and Carbon Monoxide Danger
Instructional note warns of carbon monoxide death from exhaust in closed garages. It urges checking exhaust systems with a qualified mechanic and replacing mufflers every two to three years, noting CO is odorless and that muffler failure can produce dangerous noise signals. It emphasizes on timely inspection and life expectancy of exhaust parts.
Los Angeles County Tops Nation in Car Registrations
Los Angeles County leads the nation with nearly 3,000,000 passenger cars registered, outpacing all counties in the U.S. and placing the LA area ahead of all but seven entire states in total vehicle registrations.
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Los Angeles County
U.S
Engine Tune-Up to End Your Car Troubles
An untuned car causes starting, stalling, passing, and mileage trouble. Our engine tune-up includes Champion spark plugs and basic tune-up items. Expect quicker acceleration, safer passing, and better gas mileage with quality parts and expert mechanics. We thoroughly check the ignition system and recommend yearly service or every 10,000 miles.
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