by Nick Stoffel | Feb 21, 2018 | Clearing Windshield, safe driving tips, windshield, Winter care
Clearing the windshield is important before you drive. In the winter you will need to start your vehicle and let it run to warm up on cold mornings. Part of this helps to lubricate the oil and have it run efficiently and effectively through the engine. Another... by Nick Stoffel | Feb 14, 2018 | check engine light, Dashboard light, general car maintenance, warning light
Not all dashboard lights mean the same as they tend to vary depending on make and model. Referring to your owner’s manual will make it easier to understand and identify warning symbols. The warning light will indicate an issue with the vehicle by pointing out... by Nick Stoffel | Feb 9, 2018 | auto repair, Winter Affects, Winter care, winter driving tips
How the winter affects your vehicle may be surprising. The winter is hard on everyone, even vehicles. You will want to make sure you inspect your car on a regular basis to ensure everything is working efficiently. The first think you will want to do is check... by Nick Stoffel | Jan 30, 2018 | Noises, safe driving, safe driving tips, Winter
Noises with your vehicle can startle you If you start to hear high pitch squealing noises, it could be the brake pads have worn down and need to be replaced. This is important because the brakes allow your vehicle to slow down and stop properly. If you notice that... by Nick Stoffel | Jan 19, 2018 | Winter Driving, winter driving tips, Winter roads, winter weather preparedness
It’s a good idea to pack a bag of supplies to keep in the car. These should include food and water, warm clothing or a blanket, and a torch. Also a first aid kit, a fully charged phone, a shovel, an ice scraper or deicing fluid, and some grit, sand or cat litter. Plan...