Posts Tagged ‘auto maintenance’
2024 Road Trip Resolutions
As the new year approaches, so does the promise of adventure on the open road. With a sense of wanderlust in the air, many find themselves dreaming of the perfect road trip—a journey filled with scenic vistas, unexpected detours, and unforgettable memories. As we set our sights on the horizon, let us make resolutions not…
Read MoreTips on Winterizing Your Car for the Cold Chicago Weather
Winter in the Chicago area can be a brutal experience. If you aren’t prepared for extreme temperatures, bone-chilling winds and levels of frozen precipitation that could drown a bass, then don’t try and reside in Illinois. By the same token, the vehicles of those who live in this geographic torture zones are subject to some…
Read MoreClient Loyalty: How Important is it to Find an Auto Shop You Trust and Rely Upon for Everything?
To many of us, it seems that loyalty is less appreciated than ever. Changing times and changing attitudes have also changed the landscape of loyalty. Thank goodness there is a place where genuine loyalty is respected and rewarded. That place is your local, independent, auto repair shop. Small or large, independent repair shops depend upon…
Read MoreWhat You Need to Know to Maintain Your 4×4 Vehicle
Enjoying a four-wheel drive vehicle (4×4) can be a beautiful thing. Whether your vehicle is all-time all-wheel drive or allows you to select between two- and four-wheel drive as driving conditions dictate, the freedom that a 4×4 offers is, for some, one of life’s greatest pleasures. Camping, hunting, fishing, rock crawling, archaeology, or just general off-roading…
Read More6 Signs You Need New Shocks or Struts
Shocks and struts are important components of your car. Not just for comfort, but also for safety. They stabilize the up and down motion of your vehicle, help you steer, and keep your tires firmly on the ground. The pounding your shocks and struts take on rough roads eventually causes them to wear out. And…
Read More3 benefits of a used car inspection
Congratulations, you’re ready to purchase your next set of pre-owned wheels. Before you cough up the cash, we highly recommend a used vehicle inspection to save you time, money and frustration down the road. Here are three benefits of a used vehicle inspection: 1. A pre-purchase inspection gives you extra assurance. Schedule a pre-purchase inspection…
Read MorePlanning a driving vacation? How to make sure your car is ready for summer travels
Think about your last family vacation. You packed clothes for any weather you might encounter and enough snacks to survive a zombie apocalypse, programmed your GPS and took your dog to the kennel. But did you spend any time making sure your vehicle was ready for the long haul as you wave goodbye to Wilmette for a…
Read MoreIf your battery light pops on, you could be left out in the cold
There are a number of dashboard warning lights that can pop on at any minute. Everyone knows what the oil light and low fuel light are for, but a lot of them require pulling out the owners’ manual. This month, we want to highlight the battery warning light. If this light is illuminated, there could…
Read MoreBad vehicle speed sensor affects your vehicle's anti-lock brakes
Your car’s “Check Engine” or “Service Engine Soon” light can flash on for more than 1,400 different reasons, and in the coming months, we’re going to share with you what some of those reasons are. The light is part of your vehicle’s on-board diagnostics (OBD) system and can indicate anything from a quick fix like…
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