Are you planning to get out on the open road this summer? If so, you may be spending a small fortune at the gas pump. Don’t be discouraged – there are solutions to help you save some money. By improving your vehicle’s gas mileage, you may realize some cost savings through simple things you can do to reduce fuel consumption. In this month’s blog post, we review seven tips for saving fuel and increasing your vehicle’s gas mileage. (more…)
If you are like most drivers, when a dashboard warning light suddenly illuminates, it may throw you into a panic. Warning lights are designed to alert us to a potential or existing problem within one of the many vehicle systems. Being informed on what they may mean, and how to address them is a way to alleviate some of your panic. In this month’s blog post, we examine the brake system warning lights, what they may indicate, and how to address them if they illuminate on your dashboard. (more…)
Getting a flat tire is something you cannot anticipate, but you can be prepared to handle it when it happens. Flat tire prep means knowing how to change your tire, having a functioning spare tire, and ensuring you are equipped with the proper equipment. In this month’s blog post, we share proactive steps to prepare if you unexpectedly get a flat tire on the road. (more…)
If you have ever experienced a dead battery in your vehicle, you know that sinking feeling when you turn the ignition or push the starter, and nothing happens. Dead batteries are a major inconvenience because unless you can get it re-started with a jump, you need to have your vehicle towed or arrange on the spot replacement. In this month’s blog, we review what you should know about your vehicle battery to better understand how and when the battery may stop working. (more…)
Did you know that 84% of new year’s resolutions made by Americans are about their physical or mental health and well-being (Forbes)? It makes sense to reset your focus on what is important, and that includes your vehicle health. As you plan your personal resolutions you may want to think about how you can establish a vehicle health resolution for this upcoming year. In this month’s blog post, we show you how easy it is to establish a vehicle health resolution that you can keep! (more…)
Most drivers have probably never given much thought to the physics of driving. However, the law of physics plays an important role in many functions of driving, including how your vehicle safely handles curves and turns. A key component in this process is part of the axle assembly, your vehicle’s differential. In this month’s blog post, we feature the differential, its role, and what happens when there may be a problem with the differential. (more…)