6 Back to School Driving Tips for Teens
September marks the beginning of a new school year and, while students are getting acquainted with their new classmates, a new crop of teen drivers will be on the road in White Bear Lake. We’re taking a break from our preventive maintenance tips to teach you or your teen how
... continue reading.Start saving money with a wheel alignment!
Does your steering wheel vibrate while you’re driving? Do you notice your car drifting to the side of the lane making you really concentrate on driving straight? These are signs that you are could need a wheel alignment, a maintenance service that has plenty of benefits to keep you on
... continue reading.7 Ways You Can Improve Your MPG This Summer
Summer time is the best season for the outdoorsman and the hardest season for the car owner—rising temperatures means rising gas prices. Here are some tips to keep your wallet happy this summer rather than feeling the pain at the pump. The next time you have your oil changed, have
... continue reading.The Four-Stroke Power Cycle
What is your car’s RPM measurement when idling in neutral? How about when you are cruising at 35 mph? 50 mph? Did you know that if your RPM measurement is not consistent, you could be blindly wasting money every time you fill up at the gas station! Paying attention to
... continue reading.The Importance of Timing Belt Replacements
Overlooking a simple replacement service can cost you thousands of dollars. Take the timing belt for example. This video will explain the benefits of timing belt replacements and the expensive consequences you could face if your belt should brake. Remember, our technicians are always here to help with any of
... continue reading.Auto Car Tips: How WD-40 Can Help Keep Your Car Clean
Your dad or grandpa probably told you about the unseen wonders held in a can of WD-40, but did they tell you how you can use it to clean your car? In this month’s blog, we’re taking a break from auto repair tips to further your WD-40 education so you can keep your
... continue reading.Defensive Driving for Safety on the Road in White Bear Lake
Being a safe driver is a great place to start when it comes to avoiding accidents, but driving defensively takes road safety to a whole new level. We’ve compiled a few defensive driving tips to help you stay safer on the road, avoid accidents, and have a more pleasant driving
... continue reading.AM-PM Automotive Tips: Why ASE-Certified Technicians Matter
You wouldn’t hire a lawyer who hasn’t passed the bar to defend you in court, would you? The same goes for auto repair. You can’t take your vehicle to just any White Bear Lake auto repair shop when there’s an issue. To get your car fixed correctly the first time, you need
... continue reading.AM-PM Auto Repair: How to Use Jumper Cables
Even those of us who have been driving for years make mistakes—like leaving the lights on or not shutting our car door all the way, thus draining the battery. To be prepared for this type of emergency, you should have a pair of jumper cables handy so you won’t get
... continue reading.AM-PM Auto Repair: Winter Checklist in White Bear Lake
While it’s recommended you visit an auto service to have maintenance performed on your vehicle every 3 months, there’s plenty of simple, minor maintenance items you can manage yourself to ensure a healthy vehicle. We’ve broken down a checklist that allows you to inspect something minor on your car for
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