Now that it’s 2023, have you made your new year’s resolutions?  According to Forbes magazine, 84% of resolutions have something to do with your physical or mental health.  As you are thinking about what to include in your resolutions, you may want to consider another resolution for the health of your vehicle.  Proactive vehicle maintenance is an effective way to keep your vehicle in shape and avoid potential problems arising from neglect.  In this month’s blog post, we encourage you to establish a vehicle health resolution and stick with it throughout the year. Continue reading “Making New Year’s Resolutions” →

When it comes to vehicle maintenance, many drivers rarely think about the hoses and belts within the engine.  Hoses carry vital fluids to maintain vehicle systems and keep your vehicle running safely and effectively.  Belts are critical components of your vehicle’s engine that provide power to various parts.  In this month’s blog, we explain the importance of hoses and belts, and ways to keep them maintained to avoid engine problems. Continue reading “Hoses and Belts” →

Now that summer vacation is in the rear-view mirror, it’s time to get back into swing with the fall season and start of the school year.  That means that there are more vehicles on the road and schoolchildren are out and about.  Driver safety is important right now, especially with the added number of bike and foot traffic along with upcoming changes to daylight hours.  In this month’s blog, we share ideas for getting your vehicle “carpool” ready for school with fall vehicle maintenance and share some tips on safe driving habits.  Continue reading “Back to School Maintenance” →

If you want your tires to last longer, than you may want to consider a wheel alignment.  Wheel alignments are an important but sometimes overlooked maintenance item that can make a big difference in the longevity of your tires and the overall driving performance of your vehicle.

In this month’s blog post, we explain the importance of a wheel alignment, how to spot developing alignment problems, and what is involved in this simple and inexpensive maintenance task. Continue reading “Increase the Longevity of your Tires” →

As the weather warms up and you venture out on the road, beware of the potholes that may have surfaced through the winter.  Potholes represent a serious hazard to vehicles, and the damage caused by these road mines can result in costly repairs.  The American Automobile Association (AAA) claims that in 2021, potholes caused about $26.5 billion in vehicle damage for American drivers (Source:  AAA, March 2022).  In this month’s blog, we look at the dangers of potholes to your vehicle’s tires, suspension, and alignment, and ways to stay alert to possible problems because of damage.  Continue reading “Surviving Pot Hole Season” →