Restricted fuel delivery and malfunctioning spark plugs are the most common reasons for cars to hesitate during acceleration. The first step to identifying the cause of this is to find out if the car is fuel-injected or if it has a carburetor.
In a large pan mix the water and vinegar. Gently add the berries and gently remove them to a colander to drain. Repeat this washing and draining. After they have drained, remove the berries and place them on a cookie sheet lined with paper towels. I place this in front of a fan or under a ceiling fan until all the berries are very dry.
Yes, wash them, but wait to wash them until you're ready to eat them. Water breaksdown strawberries pretty quickly. Yes, you should wash all fresh produce to remove any contaminants. To keep the berries from turning mushy, rinse them in a colandar so the excess water drains out. After rinsing dry them off right away with a soft absorbent cloth or paper towel. Or else you can take a damp paper towel and just wipe them.