Yes, that title was a cheap ploy to get you in here and reading about the wonders of motor oil for your vehicle’s engine. No, we’re not going to be wrestling in oil, we’re going to do some mental wrestling about oil and which type is best for your vehicle. When it comes to synthetic […]
Let’s just get this out of the way: yes I know what that title sounds like, no that’s not what this article is going to be about, yes it will be safe for work. Now that that’s out of the way, let’s take some time to talk about lube jobs and oil changes, and other […]
Every single driver out there should be at least familiar with one of the major nuisances that come with owning a car: maintenance. Not only does one have to pay for their vehicle and insurance, but also for repairs when that vehicle inevitably breaks down. The most frequent form of maintenance that one will find […]
We all know that it’s important to take our vehicle in for an oil change every now and then, but is it really necessary to follow the recommended guidelines of our manuals? If there’s one type of automotive maintenance you should stay on top of, it’s oil changes. They are inexpensive, quick, and incredibly important […]
Time for your next car inspection? It can seem like a scary, tricky, and even inconvenient situation. However, there are ways to improve your chances of passing the inspection, simply by checking for common concerns and addressing them in a timely fashion. From the most basic factors like working lights and proper tread to more […]
Getting the oil in your vehicle changed is pretty quick, simple, and can save you a lot of money in the long run. Oil changes are part of the proper maintenance of any vehicle, and not only will they keep your engine running smoothly, which can save you money on gas, but they’ll help prevent […]
Did you recently purchase a tonneau cover? Great choice! These covers are the perfect choice for any pickup owners, regardless of whether you’re relying on your truck as a standard commuter or the perfect companion for the worksite. The tonneau cover will help to protect everything that you’ve placed inside of your truck bed, including […]
If you’ve seen a Pennzoil commercial or had an oil change anytime in the last few decades, then you’ve probably heard of synthetic oil. Perhaps you’ve even bought it or had a mechanic convince you to try it out in your vehicle when you had your oil changed. But do you actually know what it […]
If you have done any shopping for pickup trucks, then you have probably run into a whole slew of comically confusing terms used to describe them. I’m talking about things like “full size,” “mid-size,” “compact,” “light duty,” “heavy duty,” and “super duty!” Different manufacturers even use some terms exclusively to refer to different pickup truck […]
Getting your tires changed is an important part of regular automotive maintenance – and something you should do as a proactive part of keeping your car in good shape. While we’ve all been in emergency situations where a tire is blown out and needs to be replaced, it’s better to stay ahead of it and […]
Quick answer: Yes, yes it really is. Long answer: Yes it is and let’s have a little talk about why it is so important. Getting the oil changed in your vehicle is one of those maintenance things that a lot of people wish they didn’t have to worry about. I get that – maintenance isn’t […]
This isn’t going to be pretty, because today we’re going to talk about mud flaps. Call them mud flaps, splash guards, mudguards, aprons, whatever – it doesn’t matter because they all do the same thing. No matter what you want to call them when you choose Silverado mud flaps to protect your Chevy, you help […]
When discussing preventative vehicle maintenance, especially the tasks that are universal across all makes and models, an oil change ranks among the most emphasized, as well as those performed with the most diligence. It seems so simple; depending on your vehicle, you either schedule or perform your oil change within a certain mileage or duration […]
Imagine that your car could talk. Consider how easy it would be to care for that vehicle if it were able to tell you anytime something was wrong with it, or that it had concerns about its own well-being. Considering that many drivers lack advanced automotive know-how, it’s easy to appreciate just how much that […]
