Road to Plains can be costly
Motorists along Interstate 75 in Georgia face alleged fraud and intimidation at some service stations. AAA and Georgia Motor Club report rising complaints as travelers head to Plains, Carter's hometown, with 122 complaints in the first five months of the year. Officials cite enforcement hurdles but have shut six stations and denied two franchise applications. AAA offers car safety checks and cautions on unverified repairs.
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Frank Macomber Copley
Georgia
Plains
President Carter
American Automobile Association
I-75
AAA
Jimmy Carter
United States
Georgia Motor Club
Tim C. Ryles
Carter
Ryles
'78 Autos to Have Array of Gadgets
The Automotive Information Council says 1978 models will feature many comfort and safety items to boost driving pleasure and efficiency. Highlights include automatic speed controls and a fuel display that shows remaining miles. A heated side view mirror with a rear defroster and outside temp gauge is also discussed.
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Automotive Information Council
Self-service gas stations guide motorists on pumping and safety
Self-service gas pumps are common with advantages of no wait times and lower prices but lack routine fluid level checks and staff. Guidelines advise pulling in with the fill cap side, turning off the engine, extinguishing cigarettes, lifting the nozzle, and setting the pump to zero before pumping. If numbers fail to reset, seek the attendant.
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Ray Hill
Auto care tips from Scottsdale auto owners manual
Practical routine for fueling and vehicle maintenance. It covers fueling technique, checking oil with dipsticks, battery water level, transmission fluid checks, coolant levels, and using owner manuals for specifics. Emphasizes not overfilling and warming engine before tests.
Bulletproof cars boom in specialty shops nationwide
A small group of U S firms from Maryland to California reports surging inquiries from international buyers as demand for armored vehicles grows. Industry estimates place annual spending at about 5 million dollars, with prices per car up to 50 thousand dollars, often under half that. Firms increasingly use layered fiberglass Kevlar and nylon instead of traditional steel armor.
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Costa Mesa
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Iran
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