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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.  

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Most drivers have probably heard of the term “differential” when it comes to their vehicle – but chances are that many drivers probably do not know what the differential is and does for the vehicle.

In this blog, we explain the purpose of the differential and signs to look and listen for if your differential is experiencing any failure.

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If you have ever been in a situation where you had to “slam the brakes” in order to avoid an object on the road, a darting animal, or even a vehicle in front – then you know the importance of having reliable and functioning brakes. Your vehicle’s brakes endure a significant amount of constant motion, heat, and use and those elements can cause your brakes to wear down over time.

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If you have ever been out on the open road somewhere with miles and miles of road and no vehicles in sight, you may have been tempted to punch the accelerator a little more and see how fast your vehicle can fly!  If you owned a turbocharged vehicle, that temptation may even have been greater! 

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