Protecting Your Ride » Car Protection Tips

Spare me the Time

Admin — Tue, 20 Jul 2010 15:37:55 +0000

Popping your car tire is one of those things that you see happen to others, but don’t expect to happen to you. Some people have an extra tire on their car just out of preparedness, but if you really want to go the extra mile, get a cover for your spare tire! By covering your spare, you are protecting it from weather damage and debris so that when the time comes to use it, it will be fully ready and in the best condition! EmpireCovers.com offers a universal fit spare tire cover that it made from heavy duty vinyl with a cloth inner lining. There are also stretch cords to hold the cover in place. Getting a spare tire cover is just a little something extra you can do to make sure that when the day comes that you do need to use your spare tire, you know it will perform at it’s best!

Covers as a Grad Gift

Admin — Wed, 16 Jun 2010 13:50:43 +0000

Since we’re in the height of graduation season, many graduates will be receiving new cars, or renting cars for special graduation events. If you know someone receiving something along these lines, a car cover is the perfect accessory for keeping this gift looking new for a lasting time. Empire Covers offers a multitude of covers for almost any vehicle, including truck covers, and any kind of protection.Reward your graduate with the gift of coverage to keep their gift looking as new as it is now for years to come.

Rain Rain go Away

Chad — Tue, 25 May 2010 16:51:44 +0000

After the intense winter weather we experienced with blizzard after blizzard, it looks like we’re in for a just as wet spring! A car cover would be a great way to protect your car from water damage. In addition, if a storm is particularly bad with high winds causing tree branches, etc. to be thrown around, a cover could also help so your car doesn’t get scratched!

Tips to Improve Your Gas Mileage

Chad — Mon, 05 Apr 2010 12:00:45 +0000

Summer season is coming and that means gas price inflation. There are ways to get better fuel economy though, here are a few tips:

1. Be sure that your engine is well maintained. If your vehicle fails an emissions test, do not put off the repairs. Fixing these types of problems with your engine can improve fuel economy by 4%.
2. Make sure you are aware of the tire pressure you are supposed to sustain. This information can be found on the inside of your driver’s side door jam. When your tires are at the correct pressure you can improve your fuel economy by around 3%
3. Using the recommended motor oil grade is suggested because this can affect the cars performance. By using the correct oil you can improve your fuel economy by 1-2%

If you keep up with scheduled maintenance and take care of your vehicle – it would be an easy way to save a few dollars this summer.

Car covers and anti-theft devices

Chad — Wed, 23 Dec 2009 12:00:35 +0000

Although we can’t protect your car with an electromagnetic field, we do make great car covers. If you are worried about your car getting stolen, a car cover is a great way to keep it protected. Did you know that taking/ripping the cover off is considered breaking and entering? That’s why covering it can keep people out of your car. We also have cable and lock kits that you can use to lock your cover onto your car, which would make it even harder for someone to get into your car. Buy a cover today and you’ll significantly decrease the chance.

The Importance of Detailing

Chad — Tue, 19 May 2009 14:00:34 +0000

Keeping your car looking nice isn’t something people do just to attract attention. The process of detailing not only makes your car look great, but protects the paint and ensures that it will continue to look new for years to come. The following list of items are essential to have in order to give your car the care it needs.

If your car is relatively new or has been kept under a quality car cover you can get away with just using:

1. Microfiber towels
2. Black-trim treatment
3. Detailer spray
4. One-step polish or wax
5. Wax applicators

If your car has been neglected you may need items such as:

1. Clay bar
2. Mild polish or pre-wax cleaner

Using these items will ensure that your car is protected and that your finish will look great for years to come.

Going Green Car Caring!

Jenna — Fri, 20 Mar 2009 12:00:23 +0000

Are you looking to help in Environmental care? Becoming more “green” can also be help save you money. The automotive industry is making progress by continuing to provide consumers with electric, hybrid or alternately fueled vehicles. If current eco-friendly options are not available to you because of budget, location, or other factors, you can still participate in the green revolution through other means. How about green protection for your ride? If you need a car cover, truck cover or SUV cover, try the environmentally friendly Premier Cover that is made of completely recyclable material.

Investing in products made of recycled materials, help save the environment!

Protection Against Rust

Jenna — Thu, 29 Jan 2009 15:55:45 +0000

Rust on the exterior of a vehicle is a common cause for concern. Exterior rust is the most visible form of degradation, and severely impacts the valuable look of your ride. Remember the parts that can be found below may get overlooked because they are not always in your plain daily view but these can also be damaged by the growth of rust.

You may think that it is a really tough job to take care of the rust that is taking over your ride but remember your vehicle is built to last. When metal becomes exposed to the elements from a simple scratch, ding, or dent, rust often occurs. If you do have a bit of metal exposed consider a car cover, truck cover or SUV cover. Covering such imperfections as quickly as possible with car covers will help prevent further damage as well as continuous rusting.

You may think that it is a tough job to clean or eliminate rust, but remember giving some attention to detail early on can easily keep your car in great condition!

Vehicle Background Check

Jenna — Tue, 20 Jan 2009 17:14:22 +0000

Make sure you are being protected against being a victim of buying a used vehicle with hidden problems that may become costly. Get the details. The first thing you need is the Vehicle’s VIN Number. This is Vehicle Identification number which is a unique serial number used to help identify individual motor vehicles. With this VIN websites such as CARFAX are available to give you a full vehicle history report (sorry, it won’t tell you if the previous owners used car covers or not). Most car dealerships have these available so Remember do not be afraid to ask. The more information someone is willing to give the more chances you will feel comfortable in buying.

Now with this information you can further read about the history of a specific car, Such as Title problems, ownership history and even accidents and Service records.

Stay posted to find out more about buying and selling a vehicle as well as simple car covering tips. Help protect your new or old ride!

Home Vs Ride

Jenna — Fri, 02 Jan 2009 14:41:46 +0000

Do you spend more time in your vehicle then in your actual home? Why do we value the appearance of our homes verses that of our ride? If you take the time to think about it, more of our co workers, employers and friends have the chance to view our vehicles before our homes, so why do we not want that first appearance of our life outside of the office to be flawless?

The more time we spend in our vehicles the more important the comfort look and feel of this is. Give your Ride the coverage that it is asking for! The better protection you give, the less time you will need to spend on standard upkeep. Getting yourself a car cover will extend the life of your car’s exterior and keep it looking great each and every time you get in it.