Winters, especially in Upstate NY take a huge toll on vehicles and reduce their lifetime. By properly preparing your car for the wintertime, you can avoid issues further down the road and extend your car’s use. Battery First you must prepare your battery for a long and strenuous cold season. Batteries tend to die inContinue reading →
Turning your vehicle on and hearing an unexpected shriek, rumble, or hiss is alarming and possibly costly. Although, by understanding how to identify and fix sounds that your vehicle makes, you can save time and money. Disclaimer: All vehicles are produced and manufactured differently, and all information about sounds and quick fixes may not beContinue reading →
8 ways to save gas this summer 1. Keeping tire pressure well maintained! Keeping your tires properly inflated is a simple way to improve summer gas mileage. You can improve your gas mileage by up to 3% by keeping your tires inflated to the correct pressure, according to the Department of Energy (DOE). 2. TurnContinue reading →
The most important safety feature on your vehicle is your brakes. Because of this, it makes (dollars and) sense for you to get the most out of your brakes. We have outlined our top tips for increasing the life of your brakes. Read on to learn how to extend the average life of your brakes.Continue reading →
If your vehicle won’t start, chances are it’s either a dying or dead battery or a faulty alternator. However, there are several other reasons that could be to blame. Below are some common reasons: Dead Battery or Bad Battery Connections-A good place to begin when diagnosing a no-start situation is to check the battery. IfContinue reading →
Lift Wiper Blades up off the Windshield to Avoid Freezing FACT: Wiper arms left up will cause lasting damage. Ahead of a big storm, we see parking lots full of cars that put their windshield wipers up. FACT: Wiper arms left up will cause lasting damage. Never leave your wiper blades up; Leaving the wiperContinue reading →
Winter is just around the corner. That means salted streets, icy roads, freezing temperatures, and snow. Make sure your car is well cared for during the difficult winter months by utilizing these winter car care tips. Here are a few simple car care tips that can go a long way toward making sure your carContinue reading →
Why is regular maintenance for me, you might ask? Well silly, it is for everyone! Preventive maintenance is the single most important thing you can do for your vehicle. Some items to consider on adding to your vehicle maintenance checklist are: Tire inspections Oil changes Fluid checks Lights inspection Windshield wiper inspection Brake checks EngineContinue reading →
Safety is the name; seasonal preventative maintenance is the game. It becomes especially important to maintain your car year-round as the seasons turn and the temperature changes. To help keep you and your vehicle safe throughout the year, here is a list of 5 preventative maintenance tips you should consider as the seasons change. TiresContinue reading →
Have you ever started up your car and thought, “she just ain’t runnin’ like she used to?” The dash is lighting up like the 4th of July, you feel like you’re getting a cheap massage because your car vibrates so much, and Ol’ Betsy’s stirring wheel has to be pulled to the right to driveContinue reading →
