Review by Booklist Review
This handy guide to car ownership and maintenance explains the basics for consumers, from purchasing a vehicle to common problems, repairs, and safety advice. Plenty of illustrations and color photographs lead the reader through car parts, tools, and automotive systems. There is also an appendix listing lessons on the free companion online workbook, featuring activities such as calculating auto expenses, checking fluid levels, and installing spark plugs. Straightforward and attractive, this book will appeal to all types of car owners, from the grease monkey to the clueless. Public libraries will want a copy (or two) of this updated edition on the shelf.--Vnuk, Rebecca Copyright 2010 Booklist
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Review by Library Journal Review
An automobile is an expensive commitment-one that should last for a good long time. The Grays, authors and experts, revise the 2007 edition with updated text and illustrations, reflecting changes in the automotive industry and fuel options. Diagrams incorporate new car designs and cost figures. The format remains the same, discussion and instruction, but with QR codes linking to online material. Photos and diagrams are now in color and layout is easy to follow. VERDICT This is a very good introduction to car care for the novice. Instruction is clear and understandable. Significant changes in this edition supersede prior editions. A solid addition for high schools, colleges, and larger public libraries. Recommended. (c) Copyright 2012. Library Journals LLC, a wholly owned subsidiary of Media Source, Inc. No redistribution permitted.
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