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When you are shopping for a new vehicle, there are some minor features that you might want to think about before making a purchase. The majority of vehicles that are currently on the market come with some sort of spare tire. This spare tire can be used in the rare occasion that you experience a flat tire. Two different spares exist. There is the compact temporary and the full-size spare. Let's take a closer look.

The compact temporary tire is a much smaller and simpler version of a normal tire.  

Motor oil viscosity is a vital piece of information. The rating describes the flow of oil at high and low temperatures. Today's vehicles need protection in hot or cold weather, particularly when starting. The three-part rating first states the low-temperature flow rating, followed by the letter W, and then the high-temperature flow rating. For example, the popular 10 W 30 describes the low-temperature viscosity (10) and warm-temperature viscosity (30).

Charlotte automobile owners understand the vital importance of motor oil. It must be the proper type, and oil changes must occur

 

Having appropriate tires on your vehicle is important to keeping it safe under a variety of driving conditions. Rating can be read off of the side of a tire, but they can be confusing if you're not experienced with what they mean.

Looking at the ratings on the size of a tire can be intimidating. Things that can be read include the wheel size the tire will fit on, the load index, which is the maximum load capacity of the tire, and the speed rating. Whether you're looking for a high-performance tire or one that will lead to…