Drive a Clean (and Well-Maintained) Machine this Spring

 From below-zero temperatures to black ice and potholes, winter can be brutal on the roads. It’s a good thing spring is on the horizon, as warmer weather gives us a chance to shake off the chill and renew our commitment to clean.

But first, a quick history lesson on the origins of “spring cleaning”.  It used to be that homes were kept warm during the winter with coal, oil, wood and candlelight.  Imagine the amount of soot, dirt and dust that accumulated over the long, dark months of winter.  The first warm and sunny day of spring gave homeowners the green light to freshen and clean up their homes, thus welcoming the new season and cycle of life.

And, while we generally don’t burn coal in our cars, there’s no doubt that winter weather can wreak havoc on batteries, tire pressure and the outside (and undercarriage) of our family sleighs.  Fluctuations in temperature, especially for tires, can be dangerous if not anticipated and corrected.  

Reasons to Love (and Take Care of) Your Car!

If there was ever a time to show love and appreciation, for your car, it’s during the month of February.  And not only because February is home to Valentine’s Day on the 14^th…but also because early February (just after Groundhog’s Day) marks the mid-point of winter, which can be an unforgiving season for unprepared drivers. 

The Radiator Antifreeze/Coolant Service

The engine cooling system in your vehicle circulates antifreeze through the engine and radiator. The antifreeze is formulated to prevent corrosion inside the cooling system and helps to maintain optimal engine operating temperature regardless of outside conditions. Replacing the antifreeze at regular intervals can help prevent overheating, freezing and premature cooling-system corrosion.

What is the service?

The old antifreeze is flushed out of your radiator and replaced with new antifreeze per your vehicle manufacturer’s recommendations.

Bring your vehicle in to a local Jiffy Lube Utah today to make sure your radiator is ready for the upcoming winter.

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Winter Tips for Your Vehicle

Winter is almost upon us. Inclement, cold weather can put a serious damper on the vital parts of your vehicle. Here is a list of helpful ways to keep your vehicle in check this upcoming winter.

Do More™. Two simple words, one powerful rallying cry. At Jiffy Lube, we drive to Do More in our local communities by helping those who help others. Through this cause, we are honoring volunteers who use their vehicles to make a difference, whether it is driving a cancer patient to the hospital for treatment or delivering a hot meal to a family in need. By providing these volunteers with a year’s worth of vehicle maintenance services, Jiffy Lube can help keep them on the road so they can continue to Do More.

We are proud to celebrate a local Utah hero, Jan McConnell and her work with ShelterKid’s Milestone Transitional Living Program which provides housing for young adults as they transition to living independently

ShelterKids is dedicated to assisting young victims of abuse, neglect, or foster care disruption. With the help of donations, ShelterKids provide emergency residential care, temporary housing, counseling and preventative services to help kids transition into a more stable living situation.

Vehicle Maintenance - The Basics

 

Vehicle maintenance is easy to neglect. Daily life gets busy and time seems to fly. By the time you know it, it’s been 5 months since your vehicle has seen any maintenance. If you struggle to keep up with your regular maintenance schedule, you are not alone. In a recent study done by the Car Care Council, 84 percent of vehicles on the road are in the need of service or parts.

Jiffy Lube salutes our Men and Women in uniform this Veterans Day. On Wednesday 11/11, Veterans and Active Duty Military receive a free oil change at participating Utah Jiffy Lube locations!