Vehicle Maintenance
Ghouls and Goblins Make Halloween Driving Spooky
For drivers, the spooky part about Halloween is that little ghouls and goblins often dress in dark colors and in costumes that cover their eyes, and some get so excited they simply forget road safety rules. To help keep trick-or-treaters as safe as possible, Douglas Automotive Repair Inc reminds motorists to drive slowly, especially through…
Read MoreAutumn Leaves Present Driving Hazards
Fall is the picture-perfect time of year when many drivers take to the road to view the autumn colors. The leaves are beautiful to see, but when wet or in piles on the roads, they present driving hazards unique to the season. Douglas Automotive Repair Inc reminds drivers to prepare for fall driving conditions by…
Read MoreMy Tire Pressure Warning Light Came On Recently
My tire pressure warning light came on recently. What does that mean? It means that one or more of your tires has low air pressure. The dashboard warning light, which looks like a cross-section of a tire with some lines in it, comes on when the tire pressure is 20% below what the auto manufacturer…
Read MoreWhat Is Your Check Engine Light Telling You?
One of the most vital components to a properly functioning vehicle is the ‘Check Engine’ light. It alerts the driver to a variety of potential problems based on the vehicle’s onboard diagnostic system. When the ‘Check Engine’ light comes on, it means that some system in your vehicle, including ignition, fuel injection or emission control,…
Read MoreHow Do I Know When I Should Get My Tires Rotated and Balanced?
The interval for tire rotation could depend on a recommendation from either the tire manufacturer or the auto manufacturer. The interval is typically around 5,000 miles but could range from 3,000 to 8,000 miles. The background question for drivers is why do tires need to be rotated? Front tires wear differently than the rear tires…
Read MoreTake The Scare Out Of Winter Driving
When the weather outside is frightful, a little advance preparation will take the scare out of winter driving. A few preventive vehicle maintenance steps will keep you from being stranded in severe winter weather. The thought of a breakdown, an engine not starting or otherwise being stranded is scary as it is, but those things…
Read MoreThings You Can Do To Improve Fuel Economy
Let’s review some things that drivers can do to improve fuel economy. Bottom line – the better you maintain your Car or SUV, the less fuel you will use. It all adds up in a big way. For example, replacing your dirty engine air filter will pay for itself in fuel savings before your next…
Read MoreCitizens and Vehicles Getting Older, Working Harder
Thanks in part to advancements in health care, our 65 and over population, presently at 13% of the total, will be 20% by 2030 (source Washington Post). Technology has worked wonders in extending the life of our vehicles, too. Median car life has nearly doubled to more than 9 years. As a result of technology…
Read MoreAll About Disc Brakes
Today, we’re talking about disc brakes. Your vehicle weighs several thousand pounds and it takes a lot of force to bring it and your passengers to a safe stop – so everything needs to be in good working order. The wheel hub keeps your wheel attached to the Car or SUV. The brake disc – or…
Read MoreStart, Look, Listen…
Now’s the time to get your car ready for the demands placed on it in the coming winter months. Especially in rain, sleet, freezing rain, and maybe snow, you’ll want your vehicle to start and run reliably. And you’ll want your driving experience to be as safe and comfortable as possible. Here are some things…
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