Preventive maintenance is the best way to make sure your vehicle lasts for as long as you'd like to own it. Caring for your vehicle will also help you prevent breakdowns. We've got some tips to help you do both. Read More...
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If you are a diligent vehicle owner and regularly check your transmission fluid, it is not only helpful to know “how” to check the fluid but “what” type of fluid to add in case your vehicle is low or you are doing a full replacement. In this month’s blog post, we focus on the function and relevance of transmission fluid, along with how to choose the right type of fluid to add or replace the existing supply.
Every time you get into your vehicle and cruise the open road, this is the result of several systems operating together to produce the miracle of driving. The engine generates the power for the vehicle, the transmission transfers that power from the engine to the drivetrain, and the drivetrain delivers that power to the wheels to make your vehicle move. A critical element of the drivetrain that delivers that power is the driveshaft. Without the driveshaft, your vehicle would not be able to move. In this month’s blog, we look at the driveshaft and some of the common issues that you may experience when it is damaged or fails.
It is that time again as summer fades away and the school year gets underway. Are you ready to get into the swing of things? If you are responsible for a carpool or just getting back on the road more often during this time of year, then you may want to consider some fall season maintenance. In this month’s blog, we suggest the key items to think about to get your vehicle in condition for fall travel and stay safe on the busy roadways.
As today’s economy and creeping inflation is impacting everything we purchase, it is more important for vehicle owners to keep their vehicle well-maintained to avoid the high cost of repairs. However, keeping your vehicle maintained should not be about just getting a ten-minute oil change or checking the tire pressure at the local 7-Eleven. There are several maintenance items that are typically overlooked until a bigger problem emerges. In this month’s blog, we outline six maintenance items that you should add to your ongoing vehicle maintenance routine.
The automatic transmission is one of the most complex and hard-working components of your vehicle. While it is a huge convenience, the automatic transmission is not immune to problems. In this month’s blog, we examine the typical problems that you may experience with your automatic transmission, and ways to keep this workhorse in top condition through ongoing maintenance.
The complex components of your vehicle’s engine work through a synchronized process to enable the miracle of driving. An important element of this synchronized process are the belts supporting critical functions within your engine. In this month’s blog, we examine a specific issue that you may experience with your belt performance when you develop a problem with the belt tensioner. First, let’s talk briefly about the types of belts that you may find in your vehicle.
Are you already in the process of planning your summer vacation on the open highways? If so, then make sure that you are prepping your vehicle for the big holiday road trip. Before you load up the “family truckster”, read on about the more common summer highways break downs, and how to proactively get your vehicle ready for the long haul so you can stay safe while enjoying your relaxing adventures.
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.
