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The Nissan Rogue is a compact-sized SUV that is a great performing vehicle for driving on the busy streets of Lufkin or out on the open roads in the country. The Rogue has enough room for the family, and it makes a good vehicle to take on family vacations.

One thing that makes the Nissan Rogue such an appealing vehicle is its powerfully performing engine. The Nissan Rogue comes with a 2.5-liter engine with continuously variable valve timing control. This system allows the Rogue to produce up to 170 horsepower while still allowing for great fuel efficiency. 

First introduced in 1990, the Nissan Pathfinder continues to maintain its place as a popular seven-passenger SUV. Nissan's design team offers new technology, such as the many available performance features. Among them are the 3.5L engine and the Intelligent 4 X 4.

The Nissan Pathfinder’s 3.5L Direct Injection Gas V6 engine is available with an impressive 284 horsepower and 259 pound-feet of torque. That’s more than enough power to tow an extra 6,000 pounds while providing seven passengers a comfortable ride with plenty of room for cargo. The Pathfinder’s available Intelligent...

 

When was the last time you had a flat tire? Do you know whether you're driving on the right sized tire for your vehicle? The load of your vehicle can strain your tires, especially if not designed to handle the size and weight of your car. Compact temporary tires are made to only go 50 miles, which means that you only use them in emergency situations to get to the shop.

However, some people purchase full-sized tires to avoid this inconvenience. With a full-size tire, you can replace your tire and immediately get back on the road without having…

When the pressure in the car tires is in the recommended range, it helps to improve your ride and extend the overall life of the tire tread. Here's what happens when the pressure is too high or low.

If you are driving around with low tire pressure, too much of the tread is meeting the road now. This not only increases the friction, it increases the heat which can reduce the life of the tires. Now the car is more difficult to handle too because too much tread is on the highway at higher speeds.

When driving with too…

Without brakes, it would be impossible to do hardly anything with an automobile. Just about every aspect of driving revolves around their proper functionality and performance, particularly when encountering traffic lights.

A critical part of the brakes are called brake pads. They rub against the brake discs to slow down movement of the car. Although a large amount of heat is generated due to the intense grip that inundates both parts, most cars have brakes that are built to withstand the increases in temperature. However, this can lead to complete brake failure if...

 

So, it has been over 5,000 miles that you have been driving. Now is perhaps a perfect time to get your car fluid checked and changed. If you are not aware, it is essential to get your car fluid checked after 5,000 miles of driving. Changing your car fluid will keep your car working at maximum efficiency.

Imagine the car as your body. The more you work and age the more your body starts to tear and wear down. Likewise, the car is also the same. The more you drive, the more wear and tear does the car…

As a car owner you know that you need to keep up on routine maintenance to make sure your car is safe and lasts a long time. With so many parts and systems to keep track of one area that often is overlooked is the car exhaust and muffler. Below are some answers to your exhaust and muffler questions:

• Muffler- The muffler on a car is responsible for reducing the amount of noise coming from the exhaust system. 
• Exhaust System- The exhaust system is a set of pipes that keep burnt gas (exhaust) away from the car engine. Exhaust pipes…

You must pay close attention to the pressure of the tires on your vehicle. The proper operation of your automobile depends upon proper tire pressure.

A primary reason why maintaining appropriate tire pressure is safety. Improperly inflated tires can result in a lessening of your ability to control your car. This particularly is the case in inclement weather.

Another reason why you need to maintain proper tire pressure is getting the most out of your tires. You extend the lifetime of your tires when you make sure that they properly are inflated.

Finally, appropriately inflated tires also...

The timing belt is an integral part to your car that holds together the crankshaft and camshaft, making sure that these parts rotate in sync at high velocity so that your engine runs correctly. While older timing belts were made of chains, today's timing belts are made of high-grade rubber and nylon re-enforced cords.

Timing belts do not typically need any maintenance for many years. You can go 60,000 to 100,000 miles without needing any service. In addition, the timing belt is responsible for the oil pump and water pump in most car designs.
 

If you’ve ever had a flat tire, then you know that it can be a hassle and frustration. However, if you have a temporary tire as a spare, also known as a “donut”, then the frustration and hassle are lowered to a small degree.

That’s because the donut is easier to manage when you have a flat tire as opposed to a bulky full-size spare tire. That’s the biggest difference between the two; however, there is something more important. The donut spare tire is not equipped to handle the same road conditions as a full-size tire. It…