We all need mechanics, yet half of us dont trust them. The Car Care World is a collection of humorous factual auto advice columns. Easy reads, these pearls of wisdom are written in consumer-advocate style by an experienced mechanic. The sometimes contentious viewpoints of owners and mechanics are discussed with humor. Some of the reasons for the distrust are explored, and some solutions are offered. The reader will begin to understand whom to trust and when to trust them. This is not a book about how to fix your own car, although hundreds of repair tips are presented, along with solid advice about necessary and unnecessary repairs to todays cars. It is a series of stories that will enlighten you about getting a car fixed by professionals without being duped, whether you know cars or not.

Despite the many advances women have made since the internal combustion engine was invented, there is still one widely held belief that won’t seem to go away: that when it comes to cars, women should just leave it to the men. In Essential Car Care for Women, ESPN NASCAR pit reporter Jamie Little and Discovery Channel "Turbo Expert” Danielle McCormick team up to dispel this myth once and for all—and to offer the indispensable, hard-won advice women need to buy, sell, and care for their cars with confidence. With this handy guide, women will learn how to save themselves money by performing basic—but essential—maintenance tasks on their own. Little and McCormick explain what an alternator, regulator, distributor, and timing belt are; how to change a tire, recharge a flat battery, check the oil, and assess tire pressure; what to do when a car breaks down or when an accident occurs; how to buy a car without being taken advantage of; and more. Straightforward and easy to follow—and including simple step-by-step diagrams and pictures to help along the way—Essential Car Care for Women is the ultimate handbook to everything a woman should know about her set of wheels.

Are you looking to open a business that offers an endless stream of repeat customers, has a flexible work schedule, and allows you to make as much money as you are willing to put into it? If the answer is yes, then perhaps the car detailing business is for you. The average price for a complete car detail is $150 to $300. Even if you only service two cars per day, this can add up to a lot of money fast. Starting a detailing business may seem as easy as buying a sponge and a hose, but if you do not carefully plan every detail, you may find yourself in over your head before you ever make a profit. With this book, you will learn the most efficient ways to start and run a full-time business with a minimal amount of money, all in a minimal amount of time. This complete kit will address the question of whether you will have your own shop or whether you will be a traveling service, going straight to the customersâe(tm) locations, as well as the business information that you will need to know to handle each situation. If you plan on opening a full-scale detailing operation, this book can help you with information on how computer systems can assist you with saving time and money, how to hire and keep a qualified professional staff, how to meet IRS requirements, how to manage and train employees, how to generate high-profile publicity, and how to implement low-cost internal marketing ideas. You will learn how to build your business by using low- and no-cost ways to satisfy customers, as well as ways to increase sales and referrals. This book outlines thousands of great tips and useful guidelines so you will be well on your way to working at the car wash âe" and owning one. The companion CD-ROM is included with the print version of this book; however is not available for download with the electronic version. It may be obtained separately by contacting Atlantic Publishing Group at [email protected] Atlantic Publishing is a small, independent publishing company based in Ocala, Florida. Founded over twenty years ago in the company presidentâe(tm)s garage, Atlantic Publishing has grown to become a renowned resource for non-fiction books. Today, over 450 titles are in print covering subjects such as small business, healthy living, management, finance, careers, and real estate. Atlantic Publishing prides itself on producing award winning, high-quality manuals that give readers up-to-date, pertinent information, real-world examples, and case studies with expert advice. Every book has resources, contact information, and web sites of the products or companies discussed.

Automotive Detailing in Detail takes the combined experience and expertise of three leading detailing commentators to provide a thorough and expansive overview of automotive detailing techniques. From the pre-wash, wash and preparation stages, through machine polishing to paint protection and maintenance, every detailing stage is covered: surface types, contaminants and products are analysed, before the actual processes are laid bare. In the age of the internet and social media, a plethora of detailing knowledge is available online, yet it is strangely difficult to discover completely, or harness usefully. This book redresses the balance.

In this complicated four-wheeled world, are you uncertain or confused about car maintenance? Don't despair! There are things -- lots of things -- you can do to prevent your car from acting up, breaking down, and just plain falling apart. You don't need years of experience and a garage full of fancy tools. You can save money on repairs (and carry on a halfway intelligent conversation with a mechanic). This book, through clear illustrations, plain English -- and a touch of humor -- will show you how to keep your car running smoothly and looking good. Book jacket.

Success always looks ahead of the silly excuses and puts itself forward than the created misconceptions. Success is the result of key determination and concentration while moving in the path of workings. This book presents 40 powerful stories of first generation entrepreneurs, renowned personalities who have built everlasting potential towards reaching the goal of success. The Start-ups and venturing initiatives fostered wave of innovation to establish them during COVID-19 pandemic period. They have dedicated their lives to serve the nation, transforming lives of many and contributing to the development of Indian economy. Some renowned Leaders/Entrepreneurs have made a remarkable impact on society with their innovations and vision. Their journey was full of challenges. Steve Jobs is one such iconic figure known for the establishment of Apple company. Bill Gates, a great entrepreneur who established Microsoft - the biggest software company. Albert Einstein is a well-known scientist and extraordinary genius personality known by almost all of us all over the world due to his great inventions and contributions towards science. Abraham Lincoln, a great personality and also the ex-president of the USA also suffered regularly from massive failures year after the year. So, success is a failure in progress and someone who has never failed cannot truly be a successful person. The book Inspiring Icons has showcased how young people have faced unprecedented difficulties and uncharted paths but inspite of all odds, they are rising up to make a difference. Entrepreneurs are the backbone of wealth creation with a focus on focus on re-think, re-learn and unlearn to make the world a better place to live. The book determined how people have arrived at their position of leadership, keeping it and thriving in to build credibility along the way. The book has a collection of stories presenting their struggle and success in one cup with a call for readers that “Success Never Sleeps”. The author compelled to put light on their entrepreneurial experience, networking, digital savvy initiatives, Leveraging of social media and business trends. Their passion and consistency to drive business revenue have played a pivotal role in this new age building strong relationships for one’s life, ideas and even business.

Many financial resources are confusing to the average person. Leading Christian financial expert Larry Burkett answers the call for a simplified, yet comprehensive guide to financial management with The World's Easiest Guide to Finances. It is a comprehensive reference work that makes complicated terms and concepts easy to grasp with a touch of humor, and builds the confidence of a person of any experience level that they can understand and implement the information. Features helpful CD-ROM with the following contents: Interactive Budgeting Guide: Users simply enter their current expenses and this handy guide provides a visual representation of their budgets. The Debt Eliminator: Users enter debts amounts, payment information, and interest rates, and this helpful tool gives prioritized plans to pay off their debts.

Okay, so you’re not a gearhead, but like most folks, you want to keep your car in peak condition. For more than eighty years, the Pep Boys–Manny, Moe, and Jack–have been “the three best friends your car ever had.” And now, with The Pep Boys Auto Guide to Car Care and Maintenance, any Tom, Dick, or Harriet can learn how to keep his or her car running smoothly and looking its best. The ideal car care guide for do-it-yourselfers, this is your one-stop source for everything from the basics to the hard stuff (so you’ll know what to tackle yourself and when to call in the experts). Inside you’ll discover • a simple anatomy of your car and a handy glossary of terms • accident prevention measures and how to handle emergencies on the road, from jump-starting your engine to changing a flat tire • key seasonal and monthly maintenance tasks–including checking oil levels and battery life, tire rotation, and monitoring tread wear • tips for improving fuel mileage • how to diagnose major and minor problems–and how to fix them Straightforward and easy to use, The Pep Boys Auto Guide to Car Care and Maintenance will give you the knowledge and confidence you need to keep your car in top condition.

Business Plans Handbooks are collections of actual business plans compiled by entrepreneurs seeking funding for small businesses throughout North America. For those looking for examples of how to approach, structure and compose their own business plans, this Handbook presents sample plans taken from businesses in the Auto Detailing industry -- only the company names and addresses have been changed. Typical business plans include type of business; statement of purpose; executive summary; business/industry description; market; product and production; management/personnel; and, financial specifics.

A guidebook about how to set up small businesses in a wide range of fields, such as comedy writing, picture framing, janitorial work, catering, bookkeeping, and fashion design.