Winter
End of Summer Marks Perfect Time for Car Care
Preventative maintenance now can help ensure worry-free driving this winter. The vacations are over, the kids are back in school and cooler evenings have begun. Take advantage of the lull to prepare your vehicle for the winter ahead. Breakdowns, never convenient, can be dangerous in cold weather. While safety is an important consideration all year…
Read MoreWhat’s The Benefit Of Winter Tires?
This is a really good question. Most new vehicles come with all-season tires that work pretty well in the winter conditions many auto owners encounter. First, let’s talk about the things that dedicated winter tires do really well, touch on all-seasons, and then you should have some information to help you in your tire selection.…
Read MoreStress Management Works for Holidays and Automobiles
In domino fashion, failing to plan for maintenance can turn small problems into larger ones, putting a serious dent in your automotive budget. The penalties of procrastinating on vehicle maintenance range from a heater that runs cold to a battery that won’t start the car. Take care of your car’s seasonal services immediately and make…
Read MoreWinter Driving Tips
With today’s snowy weather in our area, it seems fitting to pass along these great tips from AAA. Winter Driving Tips Severe weather can be both frightening and dangerous for automobile travel. Motorists should know the safety rules for dealing with winter road emergencies. AAA reminds motorists to be cautious while driving in adverse weather.…
Read MoreGet Ready For Winter
Part of parenting is dispensing driving advice. For example, in icy weather young drivers may be told, “Take it slow. Don’t drive any faster than the speed at which you’re willing to hit a brick wall.” Thanks Mom. Thanks Dad. Driving slowly and cautiously is good advice, but Douglas Automotive Repair Inc reminds drivers of…
Read MorePreparing Your Car for Winter Storage
When Mother Nature casts a sparkling spell turning the landscape into a winter wonderland, it’s time to put your favorite ride away. Do you love your vehicle so much that you wouldn’t even think of driving it in the snow let alone in the rain? Many people are storing their dream cars, do you know…
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 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…
Read MoreLearn This For Safety’s Sake
ImageWe’ve all heard the exclamation, “For Pete’s sake!” But in the world of automotive emergencies, motorists need to learn certain procedures for “safety’s sake.” Two of the most valuable lessons, changing a tire and hooking up jumper cables are best learned before an emergency arises, according to the Car Care Council. The process of boosting…
Read MoreHard Starting in Winter…Why is That?
The extreme cold days of winter can be as brutally harsh on your car as they feel to you. Batteries are compromised, antifreeze is challenged and oil viscosity is altered in extreme conditions. Factor in components that may already be compromised before the cold weather moved in, and you have a perfect recipe for disaster.…
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