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Brake fluid is also called hydraulic fluid, and it is an important substance that aids in the overall function of your braking system. It is housed in the brake lines and needs to be drained and replaced to ensure your brakes work properly. When your vehicle doesn't have enough brake fluid, your vehicle won't be able to stop when you use the brake pedal. Read our content below to learn more about brake fluid.

Brake fluid is manufactured with a glycol base or a silicone base. Glycol-based brake fluid is usually manufactured for vehicles with Anti-lock Brake Systems…

When you have a truck, it's important to know how much weight it can carry and how much weight it can tow. At Economy Honda Superstore, we can explain the differences between towing and payload capacity and help you understand your options.

The amount of weight that can be placed in the cab and bed of a truck is its payload capacity. This number tends to be less than the towing rating, and confusing the two can lead to damage to the chassis, suspension, and frame of your truck. 

Without a car battery, a vehicle simply won't start. It is the device which provides the initial spark which allows your vehicle to fire up. That is why our team here at Economy Honda Superstore want to ensure that you know how to properly test your car battery.

First, make sure the car is completely off as well as any of the lights. Next, use a voltmeter to read the voltage of the car by connecting the positive end to the positive terminal and the negative end to the negative terminal. 

One of the ways that people care about their car is through detailing. However, there is one tool that is super effective at detailing. It is the clay bar. There are quite a few advantages to using the clay bar when detailing a vehicle. Otherwise, there would be no use for them.

In the life of a vehicle, it is constantly getting exposed to different elements and collects contaminants. Washing the vehicle is not going to get rid of all of the contaminants. However, using a clay bar can take care of the issue. 

You should do all that you can to focus on what you are doing when you are driving. The team at Economy Honda Superstore wants you to be safe each time that you get out on the road. Today, we hope to share some tips with you that can help you to cruise safely on the streets of Chattanooga and beyond.

When you are looking to stay focused on your driving, avoid the distraction that a cellphone can bring into the car. Only use your phone while in emergency situations and do not touch it otherwise. 

Are you shopping for a used vehicle that will fit your budget, but will still be reliable? Stop down to Economy Honda Superstore today. We can run a vehicle history report on any of the vehicles that are currently on our lot, to give you a good picture of each vehicle you are interested in. Not sure what a vehicle history report is? Let's look at some of the information that can be found on this report:

• Accident history of the vehicle
• Maintenance history for a vehicle
• Current liens on the vehicle 

Shopping for a vehicle requires making a lot of important decisions. To make sure you're putting your money into something that you'll be happy to drive, you have to do your research. Anyone who wants something a bit unique with a lot of cargo space can consider hatchbacks.

The cargo room they have to offer is significantly greater than that of sedans and fairly comparable to that of compact SUVs. When you fold the rear seats down, you can load a variety of things in the back, including otherwise awkward items. 

Taking a vehicle for a test drive is the ultimate way to judge its quality. Before you hit the road, operate the blinkers, wiper blades, and lights. Give yourself a general overview of the dashboard and gears.

Once you are ready to hit the road, take some time to travel up to speed on a freeway. How does the car handle? After that, drive slow, and stop and start the car. Park in a parking lot, and drive backwards too.

Note subtle things about the car's maneuvering and braking. Is it firm or sloppy? Are there any noises or…

Keeping your vehicle's transmission is optimal shape is recommended to ensure that your car runs smoothly. Routine transmission services are important because they replace transmission fluid that is needed to lubricate and cool your transmission. To learn more about your transmission, please read further.

How often should you have your transmission serviced? This depends on the manufacturer's recommendation. With some cars, manufacturers will suggest the transmission should be served based on mileage intervals or time intervals. 

Good tire maintenance is important since they’re responsible for keeping you safely on the road. Poor tread, insufficient pressure and unbalanced tires can all cause problems. Stop by our Honda service shop in Chattanooga, TN and let us check your tires and advise you on what may or may not be needed.

Tires can be expensive, so we generally don’t want to replace them until it’s absolutely necessary. Do you know when it’s time to replace your tires? Here are some signs that your tires are bad:

• Tread wear – doesn’t pass the penny test
• Failure…