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As a driver, maintaining your vehicle is crucial for both its longevity and your safety. With our busy lives, it’s easy to forget about vehicle maintenance until a breakdown occurs. Five Essential Vehicle Maintenance Tips Monitor Tire Pressure Properly inflated tires improve fuel efficiency, vehicle handling, and safety. Underinflated tires increase the risk of blowouts … Continued

The frequency of changing engine oil depends on several factors including the type of vehicle, the type of oil used, driving conditions, and the manufacturer’s recommendations. Here are some general guidelines: Manufacturer’s Recommendations: Always refer to your vehicle’s owner’s manual. Manufacturers provide specific intervals based on their testing and expertise. This can range from every … Continued

There was a time when the fanciest thing about a car’s dashboard was a pair of fuzzy dice on the mirror. With today’s onboard vehicle technology, your car’s dashboard is more of a sophisticated communication hub, equipped with a variety of warning lights that convey important messages about your vehicle’s health. Understanding these signals can … Continued

When looking at the different grade options at the gas pump, you may have wondered if you should be filling up with premium gas. Premium has got to be better, right? Not necessarily. Whether or not you should choose premium gas actually depends on the car you drive. Unless your car manufacturer specifies the use … Continued

Your car’s cooling system manages the important job of transferring excess heat from the vehicle engine to the radiator. Coolant added to the cooling system absorbs the heat and redirects it to the radiator where it is dispersed into the air. It may also be directed through the heat exchanger to heat the passenger area … Continued

Air conditioning problems in vehicles can be frustrating, especially during the hot summers. Here are some common issues that can arise with vehicle air conditioning systems: Lack of cooling: If the air conditioning system is blowing warm air or not cooling the interior of the vehicle, it could be due to low refrigerant levels. The refrigerant … Continued

Winter months mean shorter days, so more time driving in the dark. Having one headlight out might not seem like that big of a deal, but it can make it a lot more dangerous for you as the driver and for others sharing the road. If you’re planning to drive miles without a replacement headlight, … Continued

People can often mistake auto repair and car maintenance for the same thing. However, there is a notable distinction between the two. Auto repair is often your mechanic’s response to an issue that your vehicle is experiencing, whether it’s a flat tire, dead battery, worn struts, etc. And car maintenance is preventative vehicle services that … Continued

In the spirit of gratitude this season, it has us reflecting on all the wonderful parts that make our modern-day vehicles such an asset to society. Without these three key parts, vehicles would look and function a lot differently than they do today… and likely for the worst! Here are three features in vehicles that … Continued

Fall Car Care Month is the perfect time to make sure that your car is ready for winter and current on all maintenance and repair needs. Basic auto service and repairs can go a long way in improving the safety and dependability of your car. Does Your Car Know Something You Don’t? In celebration of … Continued