by Nick Stoffel | May 6, 2016 | general car maintenance, safe driving tips, Uncategorized, vehicle safety inspection, windshield wipers
Check the wipers regularly for any sign of wear. One reason the wiper blades might need to be replaced is if they are used heavily. Dust, road grime, or other debris will wear away at the edge of the blade that wipes the window cleanly. As the blade loses the... by Nick Stoffel | Apr 29, 2016 | auto repair, car care tips, general car maintenance, potholes, Uncategorized
Having your vehicle inspected is important. We can check the parts and components of the vehicle to ensure they are in the best condition. When you drive in the summer, heat expands the air in the tires and makes your cooling system work harder. The harsh sun... by Nick Stoffel | Apr 22, 2016 | auto repair, general car maintenance, tire repair, Uncategorized, wheel alignment
Part of the regular maintenance includes the tires and having an alignment done. Having the wheels aligned can be beneficial with achieving better gas mileage. Tires that are not aligned can cause extra and unnecessary drag and force for your vehicle. ... by Nick Stoffel | Apr 14, 2016 | auto repair, belts and hoses, car care tips, general car maintenance, Uncategorized
When you own a vehicle, you will want to make sure it is in efficient operating condition. There are several belts that help to make your vehicle run. The timing belt keeps the crankshaft and camshaft mechanically synchronized for engine timing. The serpentine,... by Nick Stoffel | Apr 8, 2016 | car care tips, potholes, safe driving, tire repair, Uncategorized
The weather is the most significant contributor to the severity of the pothole, as water drips through cracks in the roadway. During the colder winter months, that water freezes, expands, and pushes upward. As the water expands, the pavement above the water... by Nick Stoffel | Mar 25, 2016 | auto repair, car care tips, Fuel efficiency, general car maintenance, Uncategorized
Having your vehicle properly maintained is import. By having it maintained, you can help it last as long as possible, as well as improving the fuel efficiency. The values that are given will cover a range and will be an average based testing. Bad driving...