Why Wheel Balancing and Tire Rotation Save You Money on Tires
September 29, 2019
Grand Rapids drivers want their tires to last as long as possible. Two ways to extend tire life are wheel balancing and tire rotation.When wheels are out of balance, they wobble and vibrate. That makes the tires wear in a cupping pattern. If a front wheel is out of balance you'll feel it in the s... More
An Oil for All Seasons (Engine Oil Selection)
September 22, 2019
You swap your winter boots for flip-flops in the summer. Why not change your winter engine oil for summer, hot-weather oil? While it may seem like it makes sense, there's some good news. Most drivers don't have to, and here's why. Engine oil can be made in different thicknesses. That thicknes... More
Cooling System Components
September 15, 2019
Today we want to talk about a system in our vehicles the cooling system. It's one of those things that Grand Rapids auto owners don't give much thought to until it fails and then they're stranded by the side of a road in Michigan .Cooling systems fail more often than any other mechanical system... More
Don't Stack the Mat
September 8, 2019
In the sloppy cold weather months, you might be tempted to pick up an all-weather mat and throw it on top of the mats you already have in your vehicle. After all, double protection is better, right? In this case, wrong. Here's why. It's important to keep the accelerator and brake pedals clear so ... More
The Right Fluids for Your Vehicle
September 1, 2019
The current vehicles in the market have over a century of engineering behind them. They have evolved into complex and powerful machines. Developments in their engines, however, have coincided with advances in many other vehicle components, including the fluids.It's up to people in Grand Rapids t... More