Pickup Truck Maintenance
Sure, we've seen some truck recall issues lately, but overall most of today's pickup trucks are durable, and will still be on the road, performing the tasks their owners expect, many years from their date of manufacture. But it's a whole lot easier to keep your truck rolling when maintenance becomes a regular part of its life.
Tire Safety & Maintenance
Tire safety should be at or near the top of your list of regular inspections. At the very least, a blowout is annoying, but the results could be devastating. You can't always avoid a flat -- who knows when a nail or other sharp object will be right in your path, but you can certainly monitor tire wear and tear.
Cold Weather Truck Care & Safety
Driving on snow and ice can be a challenge. Maybe these tips will help you get through it safely.
- Winter Driving Tips
- Safe 4x4 Winter Driving
- How to Winterize Your Pickup Truck
- Remove That Winter Salt Accumulation
- How to Operate Your 4WD
More Seasonal Pickup Truck Maintenance
Summertime chores are important, too.
- Revive Your Truck's Faded Paint
- What You can Do to Keep Your Truck's A/C in Top Shape
Truck Towing Options
Towing might not seem like a maintenance issue, but it can quickly become one when you don't install a towing system that's right for your truck (or when you need a little extra seasoning in order to tow safely.
- Keep Your Truck in Shape when Towing a Trailer
- Which Trailer Hitch is the Best Choice for Your Truck?
- Trailer Hitch Components You'll See when You Shop
Protecting the $$$ You Spend on a Pickup Truck
Sometimes, future maintenance issues can be avoided by doing some extra research before you buy a pickup truck.
- How Gap Insurance Protects Your Investment
- Pros and Cons of Auto Service Contracts
- Tips to Help You Steer Clear of Flood Damaged Cars and Trucks
Avoid Accidents, Understand Truck Safety Systems
Your truck may have built-in safety devices to help you avoid an accident. Be sure you understand how to use them.
- Stay Safe with Correct Use of Your Truck's Antilock Brakes
- Traction Control Basics
- About Brake Force Distribution
- Brake Assist Facts
- Vehicle Stability Control Systems
Pickup Truck Recalls
Avoid potential problems by being aware of pickup truck recalls.Truck Recalls Archives
