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Dirt on Vehicle can be Full of Bacteria

If you are like a lot of drivers, you do not frequently wash your vehicle. You may think that the buildup of dirt and bird droppings gives your car a bit of character and really is not that big of a deal in the grand scheme of things. However, this buildup may be causing a health risk.

The dirt and grime that buildup on your vehicle can be full of harmful bacteria that can cause infections and disease. You may not realize that you are coming into contact with this harmful bacteria everyday when you open your car door. The…
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The 2017 Ford F-150 Raptor Named Pickup Truck of the Year by Popular Mechanics


Is anyone from Michigan to Texas to Montana at all surprised to see the 2017 Ford F-150 Raptor named Pickup Truck of the Year by Popular Mechanics? Here at Dean Arbour Ford of Tawas, we’ve developed an intense appreciation for this unstoppable lightweight truck, and we’ve watched numerous faces light up after even a short turn behind the wheel in Tawas City and Iosco County, MI.

The Popular Mechanics Automotive Excellence Awards

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Spare glasses, an often overlooked item for your roadside emergency kit

As anyone who wears glasses knows, accidents happen. Maybe a screw falls out of your frame. It's not that hard to crack one of your lenses or have your frame break in half. No amount of duck tape can save a broken pair of glasses. That's why your roadside emergency kit should include spare glasses.

Unless you like squinting and barely seeing the road, it's important to have a backup pair of glasses. Most car issues can be solved with either a simple roadside repair or a tow truck. Your vision, on the other hand, can't…
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How To Make Your Car As Fuel Efficient As Possible

In this day and age everyone wants to save money. And in a world where your vehicle is used for seemingly everything, the cost of gas can put a damper on that money saving plan. Fortunately there are many proven ways in which you can improve your fuel efficiency and save on routine trips to the gas station.

The most obvious and effective way to save money on gas begins when you are choosing your car. A vehicle that is boasted as a hybrid or electric will no doubt neutralize any potential for spending too much on fuel. However, many…
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