Month: April 2016

Summer Car Care Tips: How to Protect Your Car this Summer

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There are several very simple precautions you should take before hitting the road this summer. These summer car care tips can keep your family safe and ultimately save you money at the gas pump. We tend to forget that long drives and extreme heat can be tough on cars. No one wants to deal with under inflated tires, dirty filters, cracked hoses or leaky radiators. However, these can all lead to poor gas mileage and breakdowns.

How to Protect Your Car This Summer

To help avoid car issues and potential breakdowns, follow the below summer car care tips:

  • Tires experience added stress in the summer due to high temperatures. You should check tire pressure periodically through the summer to ensure proper inflation.
  • Check the hoses and drive belts for cracks and bulges
  • Use a hose to keep your radiator clean by rinsing off dirt, debris and bugs
  • A pressure test, thermostat and cooling fan test and visual inspection for leaks and corrosion should be done annually before the summer months
  • Don’t forget to keep your car clean inside and out! You should wash your vehicle weekly to protect the paint and wax a minimum of twice a year.

Being prepared is the best way to protect your car from the hot summer temperatures. These summer car care tips will help your vehicle perform its best this year. Not only does a well cared for car last longer, it maintains more of its value.

Spring is Here: Keeping Your Car Free From Pollen

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It’s that time again. With spring weather comes the dreaded pollen. We all know it’s on its way, and East Greenwich Car Wash is here to help you fight pollen all season long.

Now that the winter is over, it is the perfect time to get your car cleaned inside and out. Not only does your house need a good spring cleaning, your car does too! After cleaning the interior and exterior, it is important to have a coat of wax applied to help battle pollen as the season progresses. Below are tips for protecting your car from pollen:

Check your interior cabin filter: If your cabin air filter is dirty, you can easily replace it yourself. Use your owners manual to find the location and then buy a new filter from the auto parts store. You can then replace it yourself. If you aren’t a DIY’er, ask your mechanic to replace it.

Keep your wipers clean: To help prevent a buildup of pollen, we suggest you wipe your front and rear wipers with a damp cloth each week.

Keep your windshield washer fluid full: It’s important to have plenty of washer fluid at the start of the spring season in order to wash pollen away all spring long.

Check your engine’s air filter: After the pollen has stopped falling, you should check your engine’s air filter to ensure it is not clogged. A clogged filter may reduce your fuel economy and no one wants that issue!

Keep your car clean: Washing your car once a week will reduce the amount of pollen that gets inside your car. It will also ensure proper visibility for safe driving. Pollen may seem harmless, but it can scratch the surface of your vehicle, so make sure you consistently wash it off.

Following these steps can help you avoid an allergic reaction or simply keep your car clean, these tips will help you fight pollen all spring long.

 

4 Important Tire Safety Tips

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Many of us wait a little too long between oil changes. Some of us don’t immediately head to the repair shop when our check engine light comes on. Safety experts say one area we should never neglect is tires.

Tire maintenance is often neglected by drivers. However, tire maintenance is a very important safety function and ignoring it can be dangerous. Below are four important tire safety tips to implement into your car maintenance routine.

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Inflate: If you think you can tell your tire needs to be inflated just by looking at it, chances are it is actually severely under-inflated.Checking the pressure when the tires are cold, first thing in the morning is best. Many gas stations have free tire pressure gauges and air-filling facilities. It is important to know the dangers of under-inflated tires. They will make your tire wear unevenly and negatively impact performance.


There is also a bonus to keeping your tires inflated properly- tires at the recommended pressure level can boost fuel efficiency! 

Rotate: If you can’t remember the last time you had your tires rotated, chances are it has been far too long. Tires should be rotated every 6,000 to 8,000 miles. If you have a full size spare, it should also be included in the rotation process. Regular rotation helps extend the life of your tires. This will save time and money in the long run.

Don’t Go Bald: Lack of tread affects a tire’s ability to grip the road making this a safety check you don’t want to skip. One of the most common tread tests is the penny test. With Lincoln’s head upside down, place the penny between the tread blocks. If you can see the top of Lincoln’s head, it’s time for new tires.

Aim Straight: Proper tire alignment allows for safe and predictable vehicle control. The next time you get in your car, make sure your tires are on the right track.