Released on = May 22, 2007, 10:41 am

Press Release Author = Grace Kim / Fleishman-Hillard

Industry = Automotive

Press Release Summary = Ensure Safe Driving During Heavy Travel Season; Jiffy Lube
Service Centers Offer Free "Summer Special" Tire Pressure Check



Press Release Body = LOS ANGELES - May 22, 2007 - Summer is around the corner and
Southland drivers are gearing up for their annual road trips. But it seems gearing
up has more to do with washing and waxing than checking tires and changing oil.

A recent poll of more than 500 Los Angeles, Ventura, Orange, Riverside and San
Bernardino county drivers shows they may not be prepared to make the long haul.
Nearly 95% said they're concerned with their car's appearance but only 20% pay
attention to vehicle maintenance. Even though car washes and garages seem equally
prevalent, 85% of the people surveyed wash their vehicles every two months while
less than half check for tire pressure as often. In fact, 25% check it three times
a year or less.

The survey also found that almost half of the drivers didn't know whether their
battery required maintenance or fluid. A dead battery is a surefire way to ruin a
road trip.

Jiffy Lube, a nationwide car care service provider, is helping Southern Californians
summer-proof their vehicles by offering a free tire pressure check at local Jiffy
Lube service centers.

"We were surprised with the results of this survey," said John Kenyon, President of
the Southern Californian Jiffy Lube group of franchises. "Nearly everyone indicated
that maintenance tasks like oil changes and battery checks are a high priority, but
a large percentage of them didn't actually carry them out on a recommended basis.
We're hoping people will come in to our service centers and have their cars
inspected so everyone can enjoy a safer summer travel season."

According to the Society of Automotive Engineers, low tire pressure is the cause of
approximately 260,000 accidents each year. All major tire manufacturers recommend
monthly pressure checks and one right before going on a long trip or when outside
temperature changes significantly.

Jiffy Lube also suggests the following tire maintenance tips:

. Check tire pressure when the temperature is low and before driving a mile. If
driven over a mile, measure and record the under-inflation amount for each tire
before driving
. Upon arriving at a service station, measure each tire\'s inflation again and, if
pressure has increased, adjust the amount of additional air pressure needed. For
example, if cold pressure should be 35 per square inch (psi) but started off at 28
psi, and current pressure is 33 psi, warm tires should be inflated to 40 psi.
Recheck when cold

Proper auto care can also help save money. The Department of Transportation found
that properly inflated tires can save about 5 cents per gallon in gasoline. With
California having the highest national average at $3.478 a gallon for self-serve
unleaded, drivers should make sure to check their tires when filling up at the
station.

To save additional money on gas, drivers should:

. Throw out junk - The Department of Energy estimates that drivers can save anywhere
between 3 and 6 cents a gallon (based on $2.97 a gallon) just by removing excess
weight from the car and trunk
. Learn to "Cruise" - Cruise control at highway speeds, especially on long trips,
can offer an average fuel savings of 7 percent
. Don't idle - Sitting gets no miles per gallon
. Respect the law - Speeding, rapid starts and stops will all waste precious
gasoline. Being a sensible and safe driver can help save anywhere between 15 and 98
cents a gallon (based on $2.97 a gallon)
. Follow the schedule - Drivers should refer to their owner's manual for maintenance
information, e.g. tune-ups, oil changes, etc.
. Unclog filters - Whether it's air or fuel, cleaning can optimize fuel efficiency
. Renew the spark - Plug, that is. Worn ones cause inefficient combustion and
wasted fuel
. Tighten gas caps - Keeping it loose will evaporate fuel

About Jiffy Lube
Jiffy Lube, with more than 2,200 service centers in North America, serves
approximately 27.5 million customers each year. Jiffy Lube pioneered the fast oil
change industry in 1979 by establishing the first drive-through service bay,
providing customers with fast professional service for their vehicles. Headquartered
in Houston, Jiffy Lube International is a wholly owned, indirect subsidiary of Shell
Oil Company. Visit www.jiffylube.com to learn more about Jiffy Lube and vehicle
care.

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