Car Smart: About the Book

We all know the feeling — all of a sudden, your car starts making a strange noise. You don't know what's wrong, but you're sure it's going to cost a lot of money to repair.

But maybe it won't. And maybe you could figure out the problem yourself. Really.

Mary Jackson's best-selling book, Car Smarts, can give you the knowledge you need to decide whether or not to take your car to the shop. It helps you understand the basic systems of your car so you can talk to your mechanic. And it lets you know the best way to take care of your car so you can prevent problems in the future.

Here's the best part: Car Smarts is both easy and fun to read.

You'll find money-saving tips, information on buying and leasing, and illustrations that make it simple to understand what parts are where (and why you should care). You'll get answers to frequently asked questions, including:

How can I make my car last longer?
 

How do I find an honest auto repair shop?

What regular maintenance does my car really need?

How do I get the best price or lease on a new or used car or truck?

What does my warranty really cover?

How do I protect myself from unnecessary, or overpriced repairs?

Car Smarts has sold more than 150,000 copies and has received rave reviews...

"Jackson's guidance will help the rankest auto dummies understand why good cars go bad."

— U.S. News & World Report

". . . delightful, fun-to-read book. An excellent choice for readers who want a solid grounding of the technical basics without getting their hands greasy."

— Library Journal

". . .perfect for anyone who would prefer suggesting to their mechanic that the drive shaft is making rumbling sounds rather than just standing in the service bay pointing at their auto and making funny noises."

— Autoweek

Car Smarts is available at bookstores nationwide and online. For bulk orders, please contact:

Avalon Travel Publishing
1400 65th Street, Suite 250
Emeryville, CA 94608
510-595-3664

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