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A hopping car is a happy car. Hopping, that is, with plenty of fun and exciting games for the road. At Piazza Honda of Philadelphia, we want to help you make the most of all the miles between you and your destination, so we offer these easy-to-play road trip games that your whole family will enjoy.

If you like cars as much as we do, a game of Spot the Car may be in order. Participants compete against one another to find as many unique makes and models of cars as possible. Another option is a never-ending game of "I…

Keeping your headlights clean is essential so that you can see the road at night and so that other drivers can see your vehicle. If you don't want to take your vehicle to someone who can clean your headlights, there are a few tips you can use yourself. One is to apply a thin coat of toothpaste and water to the lights. This will clean the surface, but you need to make sure the lights stay wet to keep the paste from drying.

Another option for cleaning your lights yourself instead of going to Piazza Honda of Philadelphia is…

Here at Piazza Honda of Philadelphia, we like to do as much as we can to keep our friends and neighbors in Philadelphia as well informed as we possibly can about their vehicles. In particular, we wanted to spend some time discussing some of the reasons why your engine is overheating.

Without a doubt, the most common cause of engine overheating is low coolant levels. Without enough coolant, your engine won't be able to regulate its heat and will quickly become very hot. As such, it is best to top up your coolant on a fairly regular basis.

 

 

Driving in the winter time requires a good running vehicle and regular maintenance on all vehicle parts, and we at Piazza Honda of Philadelphia want you to understand the importance of having a good set of winter wiper blades.

Many drivers feel if their vehicle is equipped with snow tires and sufficient anti-freeze, they’re good to go. While these are important, don’t underestimate the importance of winter wiper blades. Unlike traditional wiper blades, winter wiper blades are encased with a heavy coating that prevents snow and ice from clogging...

 

The team here at Piazza Honda of Philadelphia loves to pass on our automotive knowledge to our wonderful friends and neighbors in Philadelphia. As such, we have decided to spend some time discussing a topic that we are frequently asked about - windshield repair.

Drivers often ask us if there is any kind of limit to the size of breaks that can be repaired. The answer, unfortunately, is yes. While most small chips and cracks can usually be repaired satisfactorily, longer cracks are much more difficult to repair.

 

If you are wondering how you can decide on whether or not to get a certain type of winter tire, then one thing that you should look at is the area you are in. If you are in an area that is cold and snowy, then you might be better off with either studded or studless winter snow tires.

For places that get cold but do not get much snow, there might be a preference for performance snow tires. These tires are designed for the open road. They don't have as much deep treading as the studless tires. However…

Next to your home, your automobile is the possession in which you've invested the most money. At Piazza Honda of Philadelphia, we recommend that drivers consider the importance of using a car cover for their vehicle to prolong its life, protect it from the elements, and decrease the occurrence of theft and vandalism.

A car cover is important because it can protect your vehicle from the damaging effects of snow, ice and hail, along with the UV rays of the sun that can fade paint and make vinyl trim brittle. Car covers also protect your automobile from debris carried…

Here at Piazza Honda of Philadelphia, we enjoy helping to keep our customers safe by equipping them with the right tires at the right times. Using the correct tires can help drivers to avoid the insidious dangers of oversteering and understeering.

Understeering takes place when front-wheel-drive or other vehicles lose the ability to turn in either direction or stop. Understeer skids can be dangerous, but if drivers remain calm and allow the front wheels to roll freely for short periods of time, they can often regain control.

Oversteering is basically the opposite of understeering...

If you are on the search for a reputable mechanic that you can trust with one of your biggest investments, we're here to help you. Let's take a look at some tips that you can use to make sure that you are leaving your vehicle in the right hands the next time that it needs service.

• Always ask a mechanic where they source their parts from. The highest quality parts come directly from the manufacturer that made your vehicle.
• You can plan ahead for routine maintenance. When a repair is needed, you may have to get your vehicle…

If you've ever had to oil your tools because they were left out in your truck bed during a rainstorm, then you've probably considered a cover. Tonneau covers protect against weather and sun damage, and they can also improve fuel economy by making the back of your truck more aerodynamic. This might help you save some at the pump. Some drivers also feel more secure with a cover over their truck bed because it can deter theft.

Just about the only drawback to installing a cover is that it needs to be sized specifically for your truck. Tonneau…