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It can be frustrating to walk outside and see a leak underneath your car. There are several things that can cause your car to leak. Antifreeze can cause your vehicle to leak. The antifreeze helps prevent your engine from overheating. If you see a bright orange or green leak, then it is most likely caused by an antifreeze.

Battery acid is something else that can cause a leak. If the battery casing is damaged, then the battery will leak. You may also notice a rotten egg smell. You may need a new battery if it is leaking. Brake fluid can…

Oil is used to lubricate the different moving parts in your engine. It is an important job and keeping up on oil changes is essential. What type of oil you use is also crucial. Let's look at what synthetic oil is, as well as why it is considered superior by many.

Synthetic oils are designed in a lab to stand up to the demands of an engine. They are more chemically stable than conventional oils. As a result, synthetic oil does not break down or oxidize as quickly.

One of the most vital elements toward the maintenance and care of any vehicle is engine oil. Components within the engine must be lubricated, or stress and other factors will look to break down what is most important to a "well-oiled machine." And, should the oil pan emblem be flashing on your instrument panel, it could be too late. Considerable mention should be made regarding routine oil changes and the benefits therein.

You may inspect the oil yourself by removing the dipstick. Should the residual be dark in color, the oil needs to be replaced with that amber in color…

With spring's arrival and that of summer fast approaching, you'll be off to destinations far and wide. That's what summer driving season is all about. Though, with the variable onslaught of other motorists and the congestion sure to follow, safety is a must. With simple steps, you may mitigate danger or distractions.

When transporting gear, be it atop roof or hanging off read end, be mindful of secure tie-downs and tight fits. Should anything fly off and damage another car or injure pedestrians, the fault could be yours to incur.

Land Rover has gone above and beyond with the latest lineup. Over the years, the various SUVs from this luxury brand have offered more power and efficiency. The Discovery does just that, and it also offers more power for those who like to go on off-roading adventures. With 354 horsepower in the base edition and a supercharged V6 engine, the Discovery impresses drivers and critics with its performance rating.

While fuel efficiency isn’t really the main goal with the Discovery, it gets decent gas mileage for an SUV. However, it’s the turbodiesel engine that gets the most fuel…

Land Rover has made some updates to its most popular SUV. The Range Rover includes a long list of technology features such as InControl Touch Pro Duo infotainment, two 10-inch touch screen displays, intuitive steering wheel controls, voice-activated commands, Apple CarPlay, and Android Auto. You can also stay connected on the roads with a WiFi hot spot that is built into the Range Rover’s infotainment system.

Range Rover wants to provide the ultimate cabin that is easy to customize and control. You can set up your own shortcuts on the steering wheel, which now has hidden lights and 

Salt is hard on your car's engine and paint job. Here are some tips for keeping your car nice and detailed to avoid excessive salt damage:

• Degrease the engine regularly

Driving in winter conditions will kick up road salt that gets all over your engine. When you go to the car wash/wash your car at home, spray a degreasing agent on your engine, and then rinse it off with water to keep it in great running condition.

• Polishing compound/white vinegar/hard water spot removers

When should you get all-season tires or winter tires? What's the big difference between them? Our Land Rover of Tacoma service team created this short guide containing answers, facts and advice.

All-Season Tires vs. Winter Tires

If you're trying to decide between winter tires and all-season tires, think about the climate where you live. All-season tires have taut rubber construction to preserve tread depth and tread pattern even in mild to warm weather. The construction of all-season tires contains characteristics of summer and winter tires

Having a tire blowout on the highway can be stressful and inconvenient at the very least. In certain situations, it can also be dangerous. Our team at Land Rover of Tacoma wants you to be aware of tire safety and ways to prevent having a tire blowout. Before you can prevent having a blowout, it’s important to understand what can cause a blowout. 

The new Range Rover models are incredibly fun to drive and have intuitive infotainment included in the base edition. Land Rover has upgraded their entire lineup to have more advanced tech features. The InControl Touch Pro Duo infotainment makes it easy to access all of your apps, text messages, phone calls, and vehicle settings. There are two 10-inch touch screen displays that let you do everything with voice controls.