Surviving the Summer Heat: Knowing Your Car’s A/C System
Summer in White Bear Lake is around the corner, and with it comes summer heat. The days are hot, and getting hotter – make sure you stay cool in the heat by checking the A/C in your car! Understanding the components in your vehicle’s air conditioning and some common issues can
... continue reading.How Hybrids Work and What Makes Them Different From Regular Cars
Have you ever wondered how a hybrid vehicle actually works? Whether the increasing price of gasoline has you considering the economic benefits or global warming has you rethinking the environmental costs of driving, a hybrid car is an appealing alternative. But what makes a hybrid different from a regular car?
... continue reading.Organization tips to keep your car fresh and comfortable!
Does the inside of your car look like this? We know that life can be a little crazy, and it’s easy for your car to be clean one week and look like you’re living in it the next. Not only can a messy car be stressful and embarrassing, but the
... continue reading.Car Waxing and Polishing – What’s right for your car?
Car polish and wax are among many products used to protect your vehicle and keep it looking its best. Unfortunately, there is a common misconception among car owners about these products and what they are used for. So what is the difference between a wax and a polish? And what’s
... continue reading.Pitfalls of Delaying Routine Maintenance
With the economy the way it is, it’s easy to justify passing on routine maintenance. While it may seem like you’re saving money by not visiting our local White Bear Lake auto service, the truth is the longer you delay routine maintenance, the more damage is being done to vital
... continue reading.Warning Lights: What They Mean For Your Car
We have all been there – starting up the car to see a flashing yellow or red symbol on the dashboard. Before you panic over an unfamiliar symbol, there are some simple steps you can take to address these common warning lights: Battery/Charging Alert – This symbol indicates that the
... continue reading.5 Myths about Auto Repair
We understand what it’s like to be on the customer’s side of the counter. We’ve been there plenty of times at the doctor, dentist, or somewhere as simple as a gas station. We know what it’s like to be unsure of the service or product we are paying for. The
... continue reading.What is ASE and Why is it Important to You?
Finding a talented, trustworthy White Bear Lake transmission mechanic isn’t as hard as you think. You’ve probably heard the term ASE before and have seen the blue ASE logo in our shop’s window, but do you know what it stands for? Our team at Nightingale Transmissions would like to teach
... continue reading.Finalist for the 2013 Better Business Bureau Torch Awards for Ethics
At AM-PM Automotive, we decided long ago that we didn’t just want to fix cars in a shop on Scheuneman Road in White Bear Lake – we wanted to be part of a community. We like to say that “we live here, we love it here and we hope it
... continue reading.Preparing Your Car for Cold Weather
Fall is here and it’ll be snowing in White Bear Lake before you know it. If you aren’t preparing your car for the changing weather already, you may experience complications sooner than you think. Our team at AMPM Automotive Repair has partnered up with the Monday Morning Mechanic to bring
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