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your car isn't just a vehicle it's an
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investment a partner in your daily
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Adventures but here's the shocking truth
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most people unknowingly sabotage their
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car's performance without even realizing
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it did you know that something as simple
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as neglecting your car's basic needs can
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reduce its performance by up to 30%
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that's like throwing money straight out
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the window in this video we are breaking
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down 10 worst things only stupid people
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do to their car and how you can avoid
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them stay tuned because this could be
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the difference between a car that lasts
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a decade and one that's in the scrapyard
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before it's time let's get started
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mistake number one driving with poor
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Tires Tires are your car's only contact
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with the road so neglecting them is a
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big mistake incorrect tire pressure can
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affect handling fuel efficiency and
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safety underinflated tires wear out
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faster and overheat increasing the risk
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of a blowout overinflated tires on the
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other hand reduce traction and make the
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ride bumpier checking your tire pressure
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and tread depth only takes a few minutes
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and it can save your life don't wait
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until you're sliding through an
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intersection to realize you need new
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proactive mistake number two using dish
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soap to wash the car think all soap is
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the same think again using dish soap or
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laundry detergent to wash your car might
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seem harmless but it can damage the
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paint dish soap is is designed to break
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down grease and oils which is excellent
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for dishes but terrible for your car's
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finish it strips away the protective wax
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layer on your paint leaving the surface
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exposed to the elements without wax your
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car is more vulnerable to UV rays Road
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Grime and moisture which can lead to
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dull paint fading and even rust over
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time repeated use of dish soap can also
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dry out rubber seals and other delicate
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components causing them to crack and
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deteriorate it is recommended to invest
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in proper car soap a microfiber mitt and
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wax to keep your car looking brand new
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mistake number three ignoring weird
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noises every noise your car makes is a
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message and ignoring it is like ignoring
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a smoke alarm strange noises are your
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car's way of asking for help a squealing
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sound during braking might mean worn
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brake pads while a clunking noise when
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turning could indicate suspension issues
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ignoring these sounds can lead to bigger
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problems or even safety hazards for
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instance a knocking engine might signal
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a problem with internal components which
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can be expensive to fix if not caught
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early so next time your car starts
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talking to you listen take it to a
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mechanic and get it checked out before
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you end up stranded or worse so far if
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you find these tips helpful subscribe
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the channel for more honest tips keep
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coming let's move to the next mistake
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mistake number four using hot water to
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deise the windshield picture this this
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it's freezing and your windshield is
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covered in ice you're running late so
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you grab a bucket of hot water and pour
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it over the glass it might seem like a
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quick fix on a frosty morning but it is
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a major mistake the sudden temperature
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change can cause your windshield to
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crack or even shatter especially if the
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windshield already has small chips or
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imperfections glass expands and
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contracts with temperature changes and
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hot water creates a thermal shock that
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weakens its structural Integrity it is
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recommend recommended to use an ice
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scraper or deic or spray to remove ice
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from your windshield so next time Jack
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Frost comes for your car leave the hot
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water in the sink and use the right
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tools for the job mistake number five
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revving a cold engine revving your
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engine right after starting it might
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sound cool but it's actually harmful
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your engine is like your body could you
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wake up roll out of bed and start
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running no you would need a cup of
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coffee and a smoke Etc same with a car
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just because it Lubes for one cycle
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don't mean it's ready revving it before
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it's warmed up puts unnecessary stress
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on the engine increasing wear and tear
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over time this can reduce your engine's
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lifespan instead let your engine idle
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for about 30 to 60 seconds especially on
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cold mornings modern cars don't need
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prolonged warm-ups but driving gently
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for the first few miles is ideal your
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engine will last longer and you'll avoid
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costly repairs be patient it pays off in
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the long run mistake number six using
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the wrong fuel or oil many drivers think
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using the wrong fuel or oil is a small
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mistake but it can have serious
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consequences your car's engine is
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engineered for specific Fuel and oil
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grades using the wrong type can lead to
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poor performance increased emissions and
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even engine damage for example putting
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regular fuel in a car designed for
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premium can cause knocking and reduced
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power similar using the wrong oil can
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affect lubrication leading to
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overheating or wear always refer to your
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owner's manual for fuel and oil
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recommendations if you're unsure ask a
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trusted mechanic sticking to the right
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specifications ensures your car runs
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efficiently and avoids costly repairs
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mistake number seven ignoring dashboard
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warning lights look warning lights are
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not just there to decorate your
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dashboard those dashboard lights are
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there for a reason they're your car's
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way of telling you something's wrong
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ignoring them can turn a minor issue
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into a major and expensive problem for
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example a flashing check engine light
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aing which if left unaddressed can
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damage the catalytic converter other
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lights like the oil or battery indicator
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might signal immediate danger if you're
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not sure what a light means consult your
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owner's manual or use a diagnostic
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scanner avoid driving with a warning
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light and address it promptly to avoid
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breakdowns or unsafe driving conditions
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don't let a simple warning light turn
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into a disaster waiting to happen
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mistake number eight overloading the car
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your car is designed to carry a specific
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weight and overloading it can cause
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multiple issues it strains the
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suspension making your ride less
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comfortable and wearing out components
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faster the engine and brakes also work
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harder reducing fuel efficiency and
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increasing the risk of overheating or
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brake failure plus overloading can
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affect handling making the car harder to
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control in emergencies always check your
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car's load capacity which is usually
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listed in the owner's manual or on a
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sticker inside the driver's door if
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you're moving a lot of stuff invest in a
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trailer or make multiple trips don't
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turn your car into a circus act mistake
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number nine parking improperly parking
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in direct sunlight for extended periods
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can damage your car's exterior and
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interior the paint can fade and the
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dashboard and seats can crack or warp
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due to excessive heat plus heat buildup
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inside the car makes it UNC comfortable
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and can damage electronics whenever
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possible Park in the shade or use a
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windshield sun shade to protect the
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interior a car cover is also a great
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option if you don't have access to
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covered parking proper parking habits
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help maintain your car's appearance and
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value over time mistake number 10 using
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duct tape for major repairs duct tape is
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great for quick fixes but it's not a
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long-term solution using it to hold your
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bumper mirror or other critical Parts in
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place is not only unsafe it's
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embarrassing a poorly secured Park can
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fall off and cause accidents not to
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mention it looks like you don't care
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about your car instead get the proper
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parts and do it right your car deserves
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better than duct tape unless you're
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entering it in a demolition derby and
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there you have it the top 10 things you
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should never do to your car did we call
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you out on any of these let us know in
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needs a car intervention see you in the
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next one drive smart and stay safe
