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THE CITIZEN, THURSDAY, APRIL 23, 2015. 519-524-9878 Service all makes & models • Custom Exhaust Bending Doug & Jodie Ruston 2004 Ford F150 XLT Super Crew Blue/Silver, 4.6 L, loaded, 4 door, 4x4 226,818 kms $8,4 9 5 . 2007 Buick Allure CX -brown, 3.8L, loaded, 4 dr., 224,064 kms . . . . . $3,995. 2006 Buick Allure CX -blue, 3.8L, loaded, 4 dr., 204,557 kms . . . . . . $3,995. 2005 Chev Impala -silver, 3.4L, loaded, 4 dr., 220,450 kms. . . . . . . . . $3,495. 2005 Ford Escape XLT -black, 3L, 4x4, loaded, 212,238 kms. . . . . . . $4,495. 2003 VW Jetta TDI -silver, 1.9L, turbo diesel, automatic, loaded, 4 dr., 360,000 kms. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $4,995. 2002 Buick Rendezvous -brown, 3.4L, loaded, FWD, 4 dr., 232,132 kms . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $2,495. 2002 GMC Sierra SLE Z71 - white, 5.3L, 4x4, ext. cab, loaded, 230,456 kms. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $6,995. 2002 Chrysler Sebring LX - blue, 3.8L, loaded, 4 dr., 166,552 kms. . . $3,495. 37117 Blyth Road, Goderich, ONRADAR AUTO PARTS "You will find it at CARQUEST" 235 Turnberry St., BRUSSELS 887-9661 Highway 8 West, MITCHELL 348-8485 20 King St., CLINTON 482-3445 Also at: and Continued from page 16 not be the best car for you. • What else is in the driveway? Parents or couples buying a new car together should consider what their significant other has sitting in the driveway. If one parent already has an SUV or minivan, then a second such vehicle may not be necessary, and buying a new car may be an opportunity to purchase a smaller vehicle that still fits the whole fam- ily but won’t need to carry athletic equipment or chauffeur the middle school basketball team. The same principle can be applied to couples without children. Such couples may want to keep one sports car in the driveway and have a more practical vehicle that can better handle road trips or weekend getaways. Buying a new car is a fun process that’s made even more fun when drivers consider their needs and tar- get vehicles that best meet those needs. Tips to hit the advertised fuel efficiency of a vehicle NC –The fuel consumption rat- ings you see on the windows of new vehicles and on the web, reflect the results of standardized tests done in laboratories on dynamometers that simulate different driving condi- tions. While these ratings are achiev- able if you drive with fuel efficiency in mind, how, when and where you drive can have a dramatic effect on your vehicle's fuel consumption. Follow these fuel-efficient driving tips from Natural Resources Canada to make fewer trips to the gas station and keep a few more bucks in your wallet: • Accelerate gently:This can reduce your fuel consumption by up to 15 per cent. • Drive at the posted speed limit: Decreasing your cruising speed from 120 kilometres per hour to 100 kilo- metres per hour will decrease fuel consumption by approximately 20 per cent. • Use air conditioning sparingly: Air conditioning can increase a vehi- cle’s fuel consumption by as much as 20 per cent. • Measure your tire pressure once a month:Operating a vehicle with its tires underinflated by eight pounds per square inch (56 kPa) can reduce the life of the tires by 10,000 kilometres and increase the vehicle’s fuel consumption by up to four per cent. • Don’t idle: Idling for more than 60 seconds uses more fuel and pro- duces more CO2 compared to restarting your engine. • Use cruise control:On dry, flat, wide-open highways, use cruise con- trol to help improve fuel efficiency by maintaining an even and steady speed. • Take the most fuel-efficient route: Those with fewer stop lights and less traffic may use less fuel than shorter routes with more stop lights and heavy traffic. • Avoid carrying unnecessary weight:The less weight in your vehicle, the less fuel your engine will need – and the fewer carbon dioxide emissions your vehicle will produce. • Calculate your mileage:Set your odometer every time you fill up and challenge yourself to get better and better readings. Check out the Natural Resources Canada website at www.vehicles.nrcan.gc.ca for some other fuel-efficient driving tips. NC –Everyone needs a break these days and that includes saving money when you buy a new vehicle. Think about buying the most fuel- efficient one that meets your needs to save money at the pumps and also maximizes savings over the long haul. The money you save could go towards that dream vacation or big screen TV that you have always wanted. The experts at Natural Resources Canada have put together these tips to help you make an informed deci- sion: • Do some research before you leave home:The NRCan website, www.vehicles.nrcan.gc.ca, has a fuel consumption ratings search tool to help you compare the fuel consump- tion ratings of various years, makes and models of vehicles. • Check out the EnerGuide Label: Compare vehicles using the EnerGuide label that is found on all new cars and light trucks. The label shows city and highway fuel con- sumption ratings and the estimated annual fuel cost for that particular vehicle model. • Choose a vehicle that fits your everyday needs in terms of size and power:Put some serious thought into your space and cargo needs – do you really need a minivan when a compact would do? Passenger cars with smaller engines tend to deliver better fuel consump- tion than those with larger engines. • Two-wheel drive vs. four-wheel drive: The added weight and drive train losses you get with four-wheel and “all-wheel” drive systems increase fuel consumption. Although all-wheel drive can offer better trac- tion when accelerating under slip- pery conditions, it doesn’t assist in braking; there is no substitute for safe driving habits. • Think about your extras: Accessories and power features can be a big drag on an engine, increas- ing fuel consumption. How much do you really need all those gizmos? Are they worth the increased fuel consumption and greenhouse gas emissions? By following these tips and doing your homework, you can watch your savings add up and your greenhouse gas emissions go down. JOHN HOCKEY’S Automotive Repair 6590 Perth Line 72, Atwood 519-356-9000 Service and repairs to all makes of cars and light trucks TUNE-UP TIME Make sure your car is ready for the road - brake service - oil, lube, filter - air conditioning service - battery service Complement existing family vehicles when buying new Buy fuel efficient to save money For all your automotive repair needs • Diagnostic scan • Air conditioning • Brakes • Exhaust • Oil Change • Tires • Repairs to all makes and models • 10% Seniors’ discount on Wednesdays 625 Turnberry Street, Brussels • 519-887-6856 www.uptoparauto.ca Open Monday to Friday 8 am to 5 pm Get information on Huron County attractions on the Stops Along The Way section of our website www.northhuron.on.ca