Winter in Minnesota can be long and harsh, especially for your car. Not only can it be difficult driving through snow and ice, but the rock salt commonly used on roads is corrosive and can damage paint over time. It is important to take steps to protect your vehicle’s exterior paint during the long winter months, so if you want to learn how, continue reading below.
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For many, the ideal summer consists of warm weather, weekend road trips and cruising around with the windows down. Although it can be fun to keep the windows down and let fresh air in, it isn’t the ideal solution to cooling down in the heat of the summer. Rather, air conditioning is the best way to combat a humid and hot day while driving around. If you vehicle has an A/C system that blows warm air and doesn’t work properly, you don’t have to accept defeat and give up on comfort; instead, schedule an appointment at your local service department. Let’s jump into a few reasons why your vehicle’s air conditioning might be out of commission below!
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There’s been a heated debate in the car community for decades. People often argue if gas or diesel engines are better. Each engine has its own pros and cons, but one of them has to be better than the other. It’s hard to pick an official winner.
A good truck owner takes care of their truck bed. A typical truck bed will take some damage in its lifetime, but we do our best to minimize that damage as much as possible. A truck bed that is full of dents and holes isn’t that appealing after all.
Kids love the winter. Snow on the grounds means building snowmen and throwing snowballs. A lot of snow can also lead to snow days which is even better for kids. If you’re a kid, then it is hard to think of anything better than the snow.
It isn’t fun to talk about, but winter is coming. Winter comes and goes every year, but we still dread its arrival. Snow and ice on the roads can create a lot of difficult situations. It can be especially difficult for our cars.
Now that the weather is warming up and summer is in full swing, many people enjoy riding their bike when they can. Of course, going for a bike ride is a great way to get outside and is good exercise, but both bicyclists and vehicle drivers need to stay alert to avoid any possible collisions or accidents. Keep reading below for a few things to keep in mind these next couple of months when bicyclists are out and about! Read the rest of this entry
When it comes time to get a new car, you are always faced with the question of buying or leasing. This decision is completely up to the shopper as everyone has their own opinion. If you are not sure which path would be the right one for you to take, you have come to the right place! In this blog, we will walk you through the benefits of each side. Keep reading below to learn more! Read the rest of this entry
Even if you are driving the speed limit and are following the other laws on the road, you can still be stopped by an officer if one of your headlights are burnt out. Your vehicle’s headlights are not only for your safety to see where you are going, but also for the safety of others so that they can see you while on the road. But what about when one or both of your headlights burn out? Replace them yourself by following the few simple steps that we listed out below! Read the rest of this entry
Is it almost time for an oil change on your vehicle? It might be time for you to consider taking care of the oil change yourself to save some money and give you the confidence that the job is done right! Although some people believe that this is a job that can only be done by a mechanic, changing your oil can be done in just a few simple steps! Watch the step by step video below to learn how to correctly change the oil in your car or truck! Read the rest of this entry