About Today: It's Time to Winterize

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Today I live in an apartment and don't own a car, so my winterizing checklist begins and ends with a phone call to my landlord to turn the heat on. Unfortunately, it's not quite that easy for everybody. Get Your Household In Order Get these things done now because, as our Guide to Home Repair astutely points out, installing storm windows when it's 10 degrees outside isn't exactly a fun-filled holiday activity. Winterize Your Home for Energy Savings Winterize Your Pool, Spa, or Hot Tub See More About:  winterizing heating and cooling systems  cold weather preparation for doors and windows  fall sprinkler preparation Prep Your Car for Winter Old Man Winter may chuckle as he watches you scrape sheets of ice off your car windshield, but he bellows with laughter when you break down on the side of the road in the middle of nowhere because you forgot to check your antifreeze. Winter Driving Tips Assemble a Winter Car Emergency Kit See More About:  coolant  regular maintenance  winter driving Don't Forget Your Lawn What exactly does "putting your lawn to bed" for the winter entail? It could include re-seeding, mulching and raking leaves, and tending to sprinkler systems. How to Winterize a Sprinkler System How to Winterize a Lawn Mower See More About:  winter lawn preparations  winter lawn care  lawn care techniques Set Up a Home Workout Space Treacherous roads and heavy snowfall could make long walks or driving to the gym difficult for those living in cold-weather locales. Sorry, no excuses: our Guide to Pilates has your winter fitness solution. Cardio Exercises for Home Workouts Home Exercise on the 10-10-10 Plan See More About:  pilates exercises  pilates clothing  pilates dvd reviews Today Ads Exercise Lawn Maintenance Lawn Care Workout Physical Fitness Featured Articles NBA Lockout (Finally) Settled How to Be Happy at Work Turn Placements Into Purses Barrel-Aged Cocktails 101 iPhone & iPod Gift Guide Good Toys for Kids   More from About.com 2011's Cutest Winter Boots Snuggly snow boots are essential for women who live in cold climates, but still want to put their best foot forward. More> 10 Budget Work Essentials Figuring out how to pay for a fabulous work wardrobe can be a challenge. These 10 mix-and-max essentials are all under $50. More>   Sign up for more free newsletters on your favorite topics You are receiving this newsletter because you subscribed to the About Today newsletter. If you wish to change your email address or unsubscribe, please click here. About respects your privacy: Our Privacy Policy Contact Information: 249 West 17th Street New York, NY, 10011 © 2011 About.com     Follow us on: Advertisement

About Trucks: Tire Issues You Can Often Avoid

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Trucks Trucks Truck Reviews & Photos Pickup Truck TLC Classic & Custom Trucks From Dale Wickell, your Guide to Trucks Are Your Tires Safe? It's important to check your truck's tires every month, even if they're brand new. Regular inspections point out unusual wear issues, and can help you avoid a problem before it becomes necessary to buy new tires. Watch out for several common signals your tires try to send. See More About:  truck maintenance  winter driving  change a flat tire Tire Choices for Winter Driving Snow tires, studs, chains... Use these tips to help decide what type of tire configuration will work best for your winter driving needs. See More About:  tire safety tips  winter driving advice  4wd winter driving Buying a Used Truck? Check These Systems First I've talked with hundreds of truck owners over the years, enough to have a pretty good feel for what they did and did not check out before they bought a used truck. Most drivers inspected the typical systems, but there are other factors that nearly everyone forgets to consider. See More About:  truck buying advice  truck safety features  truck fuel economy GM's Brake Line Corrosion Issue The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration's investigation into possible brake line corrosion problems in about 6-million GM vehicles is attracting attention. As of this morning, 447 people had responded to our blog post about the issue, and the majority have shared stories of corrosion found in their trucks. Trucks Ads Pickup Trucks Crew Cab Trucks Hybrid Truck F350 Trucks Tacoma Trucks Featured Articles Hybrid Pickup Trucks Concept and Custom Pickup Trucks Vintage Pickup Trucks Truck Buying Advice Truck Maintenance Pickup Truck Recalls and Safety Features   More from About.com 2011's Cutest Winter Boots Snuggly snow boots are essential for women who live in cold climates, but still want to put their best foot forward. More> 10 Budget Work Essentials Figuring out how to pay for a fabulous work wardrobe can be a challenge. These 10 mix-and-max essentials are all under $50. More> This newsletter is written by: Dale Wickell Trucks Guide Email Me | My Blog | My Forum   Sign up for more free newsletters on your favorite topics You are receiving this newsletter because you subscribed to the About Trucks newsletter. If you wish to change your email address or unsubscribe, please click here. About respects your privacy: Our Privacy Policy Contact Information: 249 West 17th Street New York, NY, 10011 © 2011 About.com   Must Reads How to Choose a Pickup Truck F-Series History Used Truck Checklist Pickup Truck Fuel Economy Learn How to Tow Advertisement

About Motorcycles: Suzuki (x2!)

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Motorcycles Motorcycles Beginners Buying Advice Enthusiasts From Basem Wasef, your Guide to Motorcycles This week, we swing a leg over two very different rides from Suzuki: a back-to-basics sport tourer and a high-tech, big bore scooter. • Follow Me on Twitter! • "Like" Me on Facebook! Suzuki GSX1250FA Review: A Bandit By Any Other Name How quickly we forget what we crave. A while back, I asked if Suzuki's GSX1250FA should be imported to the US, and a chorus of replies suggested that Suzuki would be remiss if they didn't bring in this fully-faired version of the Bandit 1250. But now that we've had the GSX1250FA available stateside, it seems to have slipped under the radar... read more See More About:  suzuki  sport touring motorcycles  Thanks! I'd like to extend a heartfelt thanks to you, my readers, for helping make motorcycles an integral part of my life. It's truly a gift to be able ride, write, and call it work... Read more Suzuki Burgman 650 Executive: The Superbike of Scooters I know what you're thinking: Scooters are for sissies. They're pathetic underpowered excuses for two-wheeled lameness, half-assed rides that pale in comparison to real motorcycles. But when was the last time you rode a... read more See More About:  suzuki  power scooters  scooters Motorcycles Ads Motorcycles Suzuki Find a Suzuki Suzuki Part Number Buy My Suzuki Featured Articles Motorcycle Safety: How to Ride with Safety and Skill Reader Rides Gear and Accessories Motorcycle Maintenance Motorcycle Events, Rallies, Gatherings, and Group Rides Touring Tips   More from About.com 2011's Cutest Winter Boots Snuggly snow boots are essential for women who live in cold climates, but still want to put their best foot forward. More> 10 Budget Work Essentials Figuring out how to pay for a fabulous work wardrobe can be a challenge. These 10 mix-and-max essentials are all under $50. More> This newsletter is written by: Basem Wasef Motorcycles Guide Email Me | My Blog | My Forum   Sign up for more free newsletters on your favorite topics You are receiving this newsletter because you subscribed to the About Motorcycles newsletter. If you wish to change your email address or unsubscribe, please click here. About respects your privacy: Our Privacy Policy Contact Information: 249 West 17th Street New York, NY, 10011 © 2011 About.com   Must Reads How to Ride a Motorcycle Things to Know Before You Ride A Visual Guide to Bike Types Seat Height 101 Motorcycle Gear 101 Advertisement