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Rick Popely

Contributor Rick Popely has covered the auto industry for decades and hosts a weekly online radio show on TalkZone.com.

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Among the best moves you can make to improve your car's chances of starting the next time the temperature plunges below zero are to make sure your battery and charging system are in good shape and that your engine is using the grade of oil recommended by the vehicle manufacturer.
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Larger wheels give cars a more aggressive stance and greater stage presence, which is why automakers install king-size rims on concept cars. They look cool.
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The Eco mode is a fuel-saving feature offered by several manufacturers that instructs the engine computer to shift into a program that maximizes efficiency over performance.
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Actuators work behind the scenes in vehicles to convert energy into a physical action or force, and they perform a variety of performance and convenience functions.
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Toyota Safety Sense is standard on all current Toyota vehicles except the GR Supra. It comes in different configurations that vary by model line and trim level.
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Honda Sensing is the brand’s suite of driver-assist features that is standard equipment on all 2021 and 2022 models except the HR-V, where it is standard on the EX and higher trim levels.
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A collision damage waiver is optional coverage available on rented vehicles that protects the renter from repair bills in the event of theft or an accident.
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Co-Pilot360 is Ford’s name for its suite of driver-assist features that are available throughout its lineup.
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The radiator is a key component of the cooling system whose main responsibility is to cool the mixture of antifreeze and water that circulates throughout the engine.
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Headliners provide insulation against heat and noise, and they also hide wiring and hardware for electrical components, antennas and other accessories.