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Safe Winter Driving: Do you need snow tires?

Pick your tires like you pick your shoes. Picture it. You wake up in the morning to six inches of snow on the ground. You know you have to walk a few blocks from the parking lot to your building today, so you decide to put on some boots to avoid slipping and falling on […]

Rad Air named #1 in Fox 8 Hot List, Again!

Thanks for voting us #1 two years in a row! We’re happy to announce that Rad Air Complete Car Care has been voted First Place Winner in the 2011 FOX 8 Hot List as Northeast Ohio’s Best Auto Repair Facility! We owe a great big ‘Thank You’ to our customers, staff and technicians for making […]

Automotive Fun Fact: 2011’s Most Popular Colors

Did your favorite car color make the list? DuPont released the 59th Global Automotive Color Popularity Report which studies the leading car colors in various countries and studies which colors may be popular for next year’s models. For the fifth year in a row, white has been the leading car color in North America followed […]

Safe Winter Driving: Three Golden Rules

It’s “over the river” to get to grandma’s house . . . not into it! You don’t have to be an auto mechanic to prepare yourself for winter driving. At the very least, remember these three things about snowy driving. 1. Stay informed. Check the road conditions before getting behind the wheel so you are […]

Show Us Your Rad Rides

We’re looking for Cleveland and Akron’s coolest cars! We have seen a lot of unique vehicles in our shops and on the roads, but what is your favorite? We want to see your cool cars! Maybe you have a beautiful classic car from the 1960s. Or maybe a one-of-a-kind edition of your vehicle….Whatever you have […]

Do It Yourself: Roadside Emergency Kit

We know that driving around with extra, unnecessary items in your vehicle can reduce your MPG. We talked about improving your MPG in a previous post. Taking the junk out of the trunk is one of the first steps you can take to save gas and money. But, what DO you need in your trunk? […]

Automotive Fun Fact: What’s in a name?

Picture it. It’s 1930 and there are more than 7 million cars and trucks in the United States. A young entrepreneur by the name of Paul Galvin had the bright idea to equip the modern vehicle with a talking machine. What is a talking machine? Oh, just the 1900’s term for a radio. The Victor […]

Automotive Fun Fact: Drug Store Gas

Ever wonder who invented the gas station? Prior to the modern day gas station, drivers used to purchase gasoline from local pharmacies and drug stores – the same place they purchased kerosene to light their lamps at home. So, to whom do we owe our appreciation for this invaluable invention? Bertha Benz! Bertha was the […]

Do It Yourself: Windshield Winterization

What is the number one defense keeping you safe on the road? Your eyes. Jeepers. Make sure those peepers can see the road. Remember the freak snow storm from last winter causing gridlock and dangerous driving conditions? Aside from making sure that your vehicle is running properly, making sure the driver has clear visibility is […]

Do It Yourself: The Penny (Quarter) Test

Protect yourself on the road by following these easy, do-it-yourself steps to check the tread on your tires. Worn out tires are dangerous in wet and snowy conditions because there is less room for water to escape from under the tire. A “bald” tire has a longer stopping distance and increases the risk of hydroplaning. […]

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