Friday, August 31, 2012

5 Ways to Increase your MPG and Put Cash Back in your Pocket


We all want more bang out of our buck. The following is a list of 5 ways you can increase the miles per gallon of your vehicle, thereby saving you money at the pump.

Friday, August 24, 2012

5 Tips to Help Keep Your Vehicle on the Road


A few easy and inexpensive maintenance steps can keep your vehicle on the road and out of the shop. The following is a list of 5 easy maintenance tips that will help maximize the life of your vehicle.

Friday, August 17, 2012

Oil and Filter Maintenance Tips


Did you know that keeping your oil clean is the most vital step you can take in order to keep your engine healthy? In addition to changing your oil and oil filter regularly, it is important to check your oil level with the dipstick every time you fill up with gas. Driving your vehicle when the oil level is low deprives your engine of the critical lubrication it needs and can cause severe engine problems. Make sure to keep your oil level full to maximize the life of your vehicle.

Friday, August 10, 2012

The Role of Oil


We all know engine oil is vital to keep our vehicles running. But, why? Why is oil so important and why does it need to be changed so often? The following is a breakdown of why oil is so important and what it does for your vehicle.

Friday, August 3, 2012

Summer Tips: Air Filter Maintenance


Did you know a dirty air filter can severely decrease the performance of your vehicle and lower your gas mileage? Just like you and me, your vehicle needs to breathe. However, the air quality outside is not always the greatest. Your vehicle filters the airflow to your engine through the engine air filter. Over time, the filter gets dirty and clogged. When this happens, your engine struggles to breathe, which decreases performance and lowers your vehicles fuel efficiency by up to 14 percent. See your owner’s manual for how often your air filter should be checked and replaced.