Fall is here and so are changing driving conditions. While a good driver is always diligent about their driving safety, it is beneficial at this time of year to make sure you are focused on some key safety items. Unpredictable fall weather, the time change, and falling leaves can pose hazards to drivers so get a head start on your vehicle safety by reviewing our fall weather driving tips this month. (more…)
Summer is over and if you are a parent, you may be actively carpooling as your kids return to school. Or perhaps you have a college-aged child who is returning to school in his or her own vehicle. Regardless, it’s a good time to schedule maintenance of the household vehicles to ensure a safe and problem-free return to school. (more…)
Over the last few decades, manual transmission vehicles have become an endangered species. Drivers opt for ease and convenience of an automatic transmission over the perceived effort of driving a manual or stick transmission. Although the popularity of automatics has changed the driving experience, automatic transmissions are not immune from problems. (more…)
If you are looking to keep your vehicle in tip-top shape and avoid costly repairs, then you should consider developing a maintenance plan for your vehicle. While this sounds daunting, regular vehicle maintenance is an easy way to manage the health of your vehicle’s main systems and functions to keep it running smoothly. (more…)
Ongoing vehicle maintenance is a necessity if you want to keep your vehicle for a long time and minimize repair work over its lifespan. However, many drivers neglect their vehicles and skip important maintenance routines that can make a difference in the performance of their vehicle’s operation. (more…)
The summer months are right around the corner and that means making plans for summertime travel. If you are returning to the more traditional means of road travel like many Americans, make sure to plan a thorough servicing of your vehicle in advance of any long trips. Proactively getting your vehicle prepped for travel will help to mitigate many roadside breakdowns as well as keep you and your occupants safe. (more…)