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Using your ABS (Anti-Lock Brakes) in the Pouring Rain

Anti-Lock Brake systems were introduced to assist drivers in maintaining control of their vehicle during emergency braking in all weather conditions. Especially in rain, snow, ice and slick conditions. Simply stated, The ABS computer senses when a wheel locks up  when applying the brake pedal and electronically compensates for it by equalizing the brake pressure to all the wheels, thereby  avoiding a skidding and out of control vehicle. If you've never experienced the ABS engaging, the brake pedal will pulsate, the brakes will make unfamiliar and sometimes strange growling noises, but not to fear, the system is doing what it's designed to do. 

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AutoAid Will Pay for your UBER ride during the Super Bowl...

 AutoAid Will Pay for your UBER ride during the Super Bowl...

With all the festivities that include drinking, eating and cheering for your favorite Super Bowl team, be it the Patriots or Falcons, driving your own car to or from the party may be hazardous to your joy factor and not to mention Health. AutoAid will pay for your UBER ride up to the first 5 miles anywhere in the San Fernando Valley between the hours of 3 Pm and 9 PM Sunday, February 5, 2017. Submit your receipt after you arrive safely to: [email protected]. Be Safe and have Fun

Hydroplaning caused this accident. My wife Survived.

Hydroplaning caused this accident. My wife Survived.

    Thanks to the Air Bag System in our 2007 Nissan Versa, my wife suffered minor injuries when the car Hydroplaned on the 101 near Santa Barbara during a rain storm last year. Even when driving through sitting water on the freeway with good tires and at a safe speed, hydroplaning can occur simply due to the separation and lift created by water between the tire surface and the road. Unfortunately, the car was a total loss and fortunately my wife wasn't. We loved that little car, but I love my wife more.   Take advantage of the Wet Weather offer at AutoAid which includes a free inspection of tires, brakes, wipers, lights and more to keep you safe on the road during this long overdue rainy season in Southern California

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