by Mike Ehret | Dec 1, 2017 | road trips, safe driving tips, vehicle safety inspection, windshield wipers
Replacing windshield wipers regularly is integral to safe driving. Typically, you should get new ones every six months, although the best ones, often made from silicone, can last indefinitely. If you notice an issue with the windshield wipers, make sure to replace...
by Mike Ehret | Jul 28, 2017 | auto repair, road trips, safe driving tips, tire repair
One of the most important things to check in the tires is the air pressure. The correct amount of air pressure that is needed for the tires can be found in the vehicle owner’s manual. The correct amount can also be found on the inside of the driver’s...
by Mike Ehret | Jul 19, 2017 | auto repair, car care tips, road trips, safe driving tips
The transmission of your vehicle is essential for proper function. It allows you to switch gears and run the vehicle. A transmission is an assembly of parts that allows power to be sent from a power source that drives the vehicle. Some transmissions use gears and a...
by Mike Ehret | Apr 7, 2017 | general car maintenance, road trips, safe driving tips, tire repair
Tires are subjected to one of the harshest environments experienced by any consumer product. In addition to being stretched millions of times as they roll through their life, tires are exposed to rain, brake dust, harsh chemicals and direct sunlight, as well as...
by Mike Ehret | Feb 27, 2017 | general car maintenance, road trips, safe driving tips, vehicle safety inspection
In order to drive safe on roads this winter, it is likely you will have to change your driving habits. Driving on roads in the winter is different than driving in the summer. If you notice any ice or snow covered roads, make sure to slow down to avoid an...
by Mike Ehret | Jan 20, 2017 | road trips, safe driving tips, tire repair
The most important safety feature your car has is its tires. They are the only pieces of your car that touch the road. With such a small piece of the tire contacting the ground, you would better be sure your tires can maintain traction. Check to see the depth of the...
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