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Prep Your Car for Spring

Prep Your Car for Spring

Spring is the time for reviving your vehicle after the cold months! Follow these 6 steps to prep your vehicle for the new season. S: Survey your Brakes. Snow, slush, and salt can take a toll on your braking system. Test your brakes for any squeaking or grinding noises, and sto ... read more

Tips for Safe Snow Driving

Tips for Safe Snow Driving

Snowy roads require extra caution and preparedness for drivers! Below are 10 tips for navigating the snowy roads to ensure a safe and stress-free journey through winter conditions. Prepare Your Vehicle:​Winter Tires. Invest in quality winter tires with deep ... read more

A Comprehensive Guide to Winter Vehicle Maintenance

A Comprehensive Guide to Winter Vehicle Maintenance

With winter quickly approaching, it is crucial to ensure your vehicle is prepared to handle the challenges that come with colder temperatures and icy roads. Follow this guide to take the essential steps that will keep your vehicle in top shape during the winter months! 1. Check and Change F ... read more

October is Fall Car Care Month!

October is Fall Car Care Month!

The Car Care Council designates the month of October as Fall Car Care Month, calling awareness to the importance of regularly scheduled preventative maintenance. With the seasons changing, this is an important time of year to stay ahead of the game and make sure ... read more

Ace Your Back-To-School Checklist

Ace Your Back-To-School Checklist

School is back in session! Before you zip off on that college road trip or partake in those daily drop-offs, check out this back-to-school vehicle maintenance checklist to ace your first test of the year! 1. Tires. Feel confident with the state of your tires by paying special atten ... read more

Five Surprising Things Your Car Does in the Summer

Five Surprising Things Your Car Does in the Summer

Ever wonder how rising summer temperatures may be impacting your vehicle's performance? Here are five eye-opening things you may find your car doing in the summer and why: 1. Vehicle Dripping Water / Liquid. Many people are alarmed to see pools of water when parked or dripping ... read more

Spring Reset

Spring Reset

Spring cleaning should include your vehicles! Here is our checklist to make sure you and your vehicle are able to safely enjoy the sunshine and open road. 1. A Good Washing. After months of cold and winter elements, this is a good start to clear off any corrosive road salts, m ... read more

Tire Sense from Craftsman Auto Care: Tire Tips for Fall Weather

Tire Sense from Craftsman Auto Care: Tire Tips for Fall Weather

Tire Tips for Fall Weather After the heat this summer, the crisp, chilly fall weather is a breath of fresh air! However, the cold, wet fall weather can bring a host of dangerous driving conditions such as skidding, sliding, and hydroplaning. You will need to have the most reliable tires possible an ... read more

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Summer Car Tire Maintenance and Care Tips

Summer Car Tire Maintenance and Care Tips

With vacation season among us, we’re here to share the importance of car tire maintenance before you hit the road. Check out our list of the top tips for car tire maintenance to keep in mind this summer. Top Car Tire Maintenance TipsCheck Your Tire Pressure ... read more

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Our Top Performance Upgrades

Our Top Performance Upgrades

Anytime is a great time to do performance upgrades on your vehicle - Here are our favorites (and most popular!): Brakes Replace your regular brake pads with performance pads and braided stainless steel brake lines.  ... read more

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