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Everything You Should Know About 501(c)(3) Organizations | Kids Car Donations

Everything You Should Know About 501(c)(3) Organizations

Everything You Should Know About 501(c)(3) Organizations If you’re like most people, you may have stumbled upon the 501(c)(3) designation on a nonprofit’s mailing or heard it in the news, but you’re not quite sure what it exactly means. That’s probably why you’re reading this post right now. Here, you’ll finally learn what 501(c)(3) is, …

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Everything You Need to Know About Tax Deduction for Car Donation

How Does It Work? Would you believe it if we told you that you can claim a hefty tax deduction when you donate a car to a charity of your choice? We’re not kidding! This post will tell you everything there is to know about car donation tax deduction — from the general IRS rules …

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How to Protect Your Vehicle’s Undercarriage from Salt

Protect Your Car’s Undercarriage with These 3 Tips! One of the things car owners can easily agree on is that the winter season is nothing but a nightmare for their vehicles. Their list of fears is quite long: icy roads, the possibility of getting stranded in a snowstorm, reduced visibility that increases the risk of …

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Does Car Insurance Cover Salt Damage?

Is It ‘Normal Wear and Tear’? If your vehicle has been damaged by salt on the road, you’re probably wondering if your car insurance covers salt damage. It’s well known that car insurance policies cover only unexpected, one-time damage. They don’t typically cover any predictable damage or issues that stem from normal wear and tear. …

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How to Keep Your Car Cleared of Ice and Snow This Winter

Ensure an Ice- and Snow-Free Vehicle with These 5 Tips! You know the drill — winter arrives and with it, frigid temperatures and treacherous road conditions. Before you know it, your car is coated in a layer of ice and snow, making it nearly impossible to drive. Not only is it super annoying, but it …

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How to Unlock Frozen Car Door Locks

Defrost Frozen Locks By Using Any of These 4 Tips! Having frozen car door locks can be a nightmare for any car owner. Imagine having to wait outside on an extremely chilly day because you can’t get inside your car. Couldn’t get any more frustrating than that! It only takes a tiny drop of water …

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Slipping Automatic Transmission: Its Warning Signs and Possible Causes

Don’t Shrug Off This Issue — It Could Put Your Safety at Risk! Does your car change gear suddenly without any reason or action on your part? Do you feel like your car is slow to respond or doesn’t respond at all when you press the gas pedal? This is most likely due to your …

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Brakes Squeaking or Grinding: What Are the Possible Causes of Those Noises and How to Fix Them

Don’t Ignore Those Warning Sounds! Your brakes can produce sounds and sensations that are hard to miss when something’s wrong with them — either squeaking or grinding. Those sounds should compel you to check your brake pads. Aside from the sounds they produce, worn-out brake pads can also cause your steering wheel or brake pedal …

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Watch Out for the Signs and Causes of Fuel Leaks!

Act Swiftly Before Your Car Catches Fire! At a time when fuel prices are skyrocketing, more and more people have come to recognize the value of fuel economy to make their budget work. Unfortunately, some motorists are wondering why their vehicles continue to lose gas quickly despite following suggested measures on fuel conservation. For some …

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4 Red Flags of a Cracked or Blown Head Gasket

Catch the Warning Signs of a Bad Head Gasket Before It’s Too Late! “You have a blown head gasket.” It won’t be a surprise if car owners who hear these dreaded words from their trusted technicians would immediately start seeing huge dollar signs in their minds. It’s only natural that they would worry about labor-intensive …

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