One of the reassuring qualities of contemporary cars is that they need much less-frequent service to keep them running well. Changing the spark plugs, breaker points, and condenser used to be a seasonal exercise, and body rust was accepted as a normal if unfortunate hazard of aging. Now many spark plugs can go 100,000 miles… Read More

Winter presents challenges for even the most seasoned drivers, but especially for teens who are newly licensed or who are driving with parental supervision. Here are some winter driving safety tips to help teens best navigate snowy, icy and slippery roads, deal with blizzard conditions, and drive safely when the weather, roadway or other obstacles… Read More

Owning a car can be a dream or a nightmare depending on how well you take care of your vehicle, says our friends at the Car Care Council. The following are six things that many motorists do that can harm their car and their wallet. 1. Ignoring the check engine light. Ignoring an illuminated check… Read More

If your brakes are trying to tell you something, you should pay attention. A properly operating brake system helps ensure safe vehicle control and operation and it should be checked immediately if you suspect any problems. Knowing the key warning signs that your brakes may need maintenance will go a long way toward keeping you… Read More

The key to summer driving is keeping the engine cool. Checking the hoses and belts is imperative. The hoses connected to the radiator help pump coolant to and from the engine block, and the belts run the fan that helps cool the system further. If the hoses crack or the belts snap, the radiator will… Read More

Is it really necessary to flush the power steering system? Absolutely! Contaminated fluid is harmful to the power steering system in several ways. Dirty fluid is thicker than clean, fresh fluid, causing the components such as the pump and rack and pinion to have to work harder, which can lead to premature failure of those… Read More

Many drivers have seen real savings with the average price of gas below $2/gallon. If motorists put some of those savings toward basic auto care it could save them even more on gas. Consider these simple steps for improved fuel economy and savings. 1. Check your tire pressure. By keeping tires inflated properly it improves… Read More

In today’s blog, we are talking about the importance of oil change intervals for Colorado Springs customers. As the technology of engine technology evolves, the recommended intervals for oil changes is longer. The use of high quality oil in cars or SUV engines has led to extended intervals. But it’s also lead to some confusion… Read More

Imagine you are no longer in Colorado Springs, but instead, you are in the arctic and traveling by dog sled. Your team of dogs is pulling straight and you are covering a lot of ground very quickly. Now imagine one of the dogs wanted to go a separate way and they were pulling the sled… Read More

Holidays can be stressful enough without having to worry about your vehicle performing well on your holiday road trip. Before leaving, take the time to get your vehicle inspected to make sure it’s ready for the road. The last thing you want on a holiday is to break down on the side of the road.… Read More