Promoting Car Care
If your student has a car, does she know how to take care of it? Car care is a lifelong skill that will serve her well.

During April's National Car Care Month, encourage your student to visit www.carcare.org/car-care-guide to get a free electronic or print copy of their Car Care Guide. The guide includes:

• Tips on getting better gas mileage
• A car care checklist
• How to protect the environment through proper
   vehicle maintenance
• Descriptions of major vehicle systems and parts
• A maintenance log
• A list of questions to ask when repairs are being done

Another good resource is from the National Public Radio show "Car Talk" at www.cartalk.com. Their site includes:

• A test drive library
• A loan calculator
• The Car Talk auto advisor
• Info on hybrid vehicles
• How to sell your car
• Mechanic files
• Tips on how to keep your car running
• A roadside survival guide
• Safe driving tips for summer, winter and anytime
• Car cleaning tips from the pros

So, whether your student has a car or is thinking of buying one, learning to take care of that car is an important piece of the automotive puzzle!