Driving is a routine that we often take for granted. When we get into our vehicle and start it up, we don’t think twice about what will happen next. We are conditioned to go through the routine and let our subconscious do the thinking for us. Our daily routine is only changed when something goes wrong – for example, when your vehicle will not start with the turn of the key or press of a button!
Benjamin Franklin was a practical man who understood human nature when he said, “Don’t put off until tomorrow what you can do today.” Franklin’s wisdom could apply to almost anything we do in our daily lives, including how disciplined and proactive we are about our vehicle’s health. Most drivers neglect basic aspects of their vehicles but there are three important items that we should never neglect when it comes to vehicle maintenance.
Do you know what to do in the event you have a flat tire? Do you know what type of equipment you have to replace a bad tire, and how to use it? If not, then read on. In this month’s blog, we review the various types of spare tires within vehicles, and important considerations for each of these options.
Are you looking to save a few extra dollars while at the same time keeping your vehicle running in tip-top shape? If so, you may want to consider handling some of the simpler maintenance tasks on your own. Every vehicle owner should have a regimented maintenance schedule of oil and fluid changes, brake inspections, tire rotations, etc. These major maintenance items are best handled by a service professional like the technicians at Geller’s Automotive. But there are many things you can do yourself to supplement any maintenance routine you follow.
If you still love the thrill of the drive in your manual transmission vehicle, you are part of a shrinking population of American drivers. Over the last few decades more drivers have migrated to automatic transmission vehicles out of convenience and ease. But those die-hard drivers who still prefer a manual know how important it is to keep their transmission maintained.
Colder temperatures and winter weather can sometimes be a recipe for problems when it comes to your vehicle. Even with regular maintenance, your vehicle is still susceptible to problems during the winter. This is especially true when there are extreme differences in temperature and/or you are driving in hazardous road conditions.
The bright colors of fall are showing up everywhere, along with the cooler temperatures and early morning frosts. Along with fall weather comes seasonal driving hazards like early morning frost, fog, early darkness, and slick road surfaces. This month’s blog looks at common Fall-time road hazards and steps to be better prepared for safety.
It’s that time of year again for kids to return to school. And with in-person schooling restrictions being relaxed, many children and young college adults are physically returning to school. Whether you are a parent who participates in a carpool, or your college-aged child is driving to school on their own, it’s time to address the maintenance for those vehicles.
Whether you drive a brand-new vehicle, or a used one, choosing your mechanic can be a difficult yet important decision. Like other things in our lives such as our dentist or hair stylist, once you find a good service provider you want to stick with them.
As vehicle owners, we are taught to focus on important maintenance tasks such as changing our oil and filter or checking and replacing coolant. When it comes to vehicle fluids, oil and coolant definitely play an important role in keeping a vehicle engine running smoothly. But often other vital fluids are neglected in the maintenance process until a problem develops. Two of those fluids that take a backseat to oil and coolant are the power steering and brake fluids.
