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Taking the Heat (Batteries in Hot Weather)

Friday, 1 May 2020

Quick question.  Which is tougher on a vehicle's battery, the heat or the cold? Believe it or not, it's the heat.  Think about it.  The battery often sits in the engine compartment next to that motor generating lots of heat.  That can accelerate corrosion…

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Low Power Mystery (Ignition Coil Service)

Sunday, 5 April 2020

It's no fun when your vehicle just doesn't run the way it used to.   You may notice (especially in cold weather) the engine won't start easily or when it does start, it doesn't run smoothly. It may not have much power at all. You also may have had to…

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Why Alignment Matters (Vehicle Alignment Maintenance)

Sunday, 29 March 2020

It's one of those things that can happen on a multi-day road adventure or a quick trip to the grocery store.  You hit a pothole, go too fast over a speed bump, nail a curb.  When it happens, you think, "I wonder if that was hard enough to do any damage?" …

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Clean Slate (Protecting Vehicle's Finish)

Sunday, 22 March 2020

Winter is one of the hardest times to keep your vehicle clean. But did you know neglecting to wash your vehicle in winter could cost you a significant amount of money in the long run? Here's why. Many areas deal with snow and ice in the winter, and the…

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3 Winter Windshield Tips (Care of Windshield)

Sunday, 15 March 2020

Cold weather can present some real challenges when it comes to your vehicle's windshield.  Think of it.  Your windshield is your window to the world when you're driving, and clear visibility is extraordinarily important for safe travels. So here are 3…

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A Non-Starter (Alternator Problems in Cold Weather)

Sunday, 8 March 2020

As the temperatures dip, we all know there could be problems starting our vehicles. After all, batteries can grow old and not hold a charge as well as when they were newer. Or starters can go bad.  But there's one more component to keep an especially…

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Light's Out! Trouble Ahead (Exterior Light Bulb Service)

Sunday, 1 March 2020

Whether or not your exterior light bulbs are all working probably is not at the top of your list when you think about your vehicle.  But those exterior lights are more important than you think, and they're vital to your safety and that of other drivers…

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Visibility Disaster! (Windshield Washer Pump Replacement)

Sunday, 23 February 2020

Let's say you live in a cold climate where the snowy, icy weather challenges you to clear the salt and debris tossed up on your windshield.  You push your windshield washer switch expecting a good stream of fluid so the blades can wipe the glass clean.…

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Time for a Brake (Brake Pad Replacement)

Sunday, 16 February 2020

Stop! It's one of those things your vehicle has to do consistently and reliably.  That's why brake maintenance is vitally important, worthwhile for you to make sure stays up to date. A brake system has many components. If your vehicle has disc brakes,…

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Thoughtful Gifts for the Winter Driver

Sunday, 9 February 2020

You may be one of those romantics who don't like giving (or getting) practical gifts for special occasions.  Just wait until one of those gifts helps you out of a big predicament in cold weather, and you realize that practical gifts can be life savers. Here…

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