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Differences between Synthetic or Conventional Oils

The popular debate of what type of motor oil to use when performing an Oil Change has been going on for years and that isn’t going to change any time soon. Many people generally follow the principle that synthetic oil is the best, followed by synthetic blend, and then conventional motor oil. Although most experts will agree that synthetic oils …

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5 Tips For Getting Your Car Ready For Summer

Is Your Car Ready For Summer? Summers in the mid west can reach extreme temperatures that can cause excessive wear on a car’s vehicle components. Regular automotive preventative maintenance can prevent costly breakdowns that could potentially leave you or your loved ones stranded.  The following are some important things to remember to check on your car before the heat gets here. 1. …

5 Tips For Getting Classic Cars Back Out For Summer

Getting The Hot Rod’s Back Out For Summer? Don’t Forget These 5 Tips!! When taking a vehicle out of storage it is very important to check a few things before turning the key over. When vehicles sit for extended periods of time a few common issues can occur and it’s vital to do a thorough vehicle inspection to ensure your car …

What to Do If Your Brakes Are…

We count on our brakes to be functional and reliable each and every time we step into the car. This is the tool that keeps us — and the drivers and pedestrians around you for that matter — safe when you’re on the road. Unfortunately, this vital function isn’t completely immune to mishaps and it is important to understand and …

Is Your Transmission Trying to Tell You Something?

Our vehicle’s transmission tends to be shrouded in mystery. It’s vitally important to the functionality — after all, without it, our wheels wouldn’t have the power to propel our vehicle forward. However, many vehicle owners don’t know what symptoms point to transmission issues. It’s important to know the basic checklist of indicators so you can get any transmission problems fixed as …

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Get Rid of Wintertime with a Service Checkup

Ensure Your Car Is Reliable We made it through a harsh winter! But as we begin to enjoy springtime’s sunny rays and warm weather, it’s easy to forget that vestiges of that frosty season can still be wreaking havoc on our cars. You rely on your vehicle all year long – whether it’s to brave the trip to the grocery …