Spring Is Here
Spring is a wonderful time of year. It’s easy to get distracted by the beauty of the flowers, plants and animals. Here are some tips to keep you safe while driving in springtime. Check your tire pressures. They will be low from the months of cold weather. Check...
read moreWhy Are My Tires Cracking?
Tires are expensive. Few people like to replace their tires. Beware of Tire Sidewall Cracking. Cracked Rubber can shorten the life of a tire. Excessive heat, exposure to sunlight or ozone and exhaust gases cause Tire Cracking. Lack of use will increase Tire Sidewall...
read moreMy Tire Has A Bubble
People wonder how dangerous it is to Drive With A Bubble In Your Tire. It is quite risky. A Bubble Is A Sign Of A Serious Problem With Your Tire. The bubble will grow as you Drive Over Rough Roads and travel at higher speeds. Bubbles in the sidewall of a tire are a...
read moreGiving Back
Mickey’s is donating $5 to Paws Crossed animal rescue for every oil change we perform between now and March 31st 2021. Just come in for an oil change ($39.99 + tax conventional and $73.99 + tax Mobil 1 synthetic for 5 quarts) and a portion of each oil change...
read moreDoes my car need maintenance if I haven’t been using it?
During a pandemic Vehicles Are Being Driven Less. A car’s purpose is for transportation. There are problems that can happen when a Vehicle Sits For A Long Time. Tires will Lose Air Pressure when the weather turns colder. Tires go soft when your car is not...
read moreWinter Driving Safety
Driving In Wintertime can be stressful, even if you’ve prepared yourself. Almost 20 percent of accidents happen during Winter Conditions. Ready your vehicle before a Winter Driving event. Regular Maintenance is important to keep your car in top condition. When...
read moreMy Headlights Are Dim
When it gets dark early in Wintertime, it is important to have bright headlights. Check Your Headlight Bulbs and electrical connections if headlights don’t seem bright. Poor connections rob headlights of electrical power. Poor grounds can cause complete failure....
read moreShould I change my engine coolant?
Engine Coolant protects your Cooling System from boiling in the Summer. It also protects from freezing in the Winter. Engine Coolant is typically a 50/50 mixture of Ethylene Glycol and water. It is important to always Keep Your Cooling System Full. Engine Coolant...
read moreWhen should I change my wiper blades?
You should have your Windshield Wipers Checked at every service interval. The rubber in your windshield wipers degrades over time, whether you drive your car or not. Vehicle manufacturers recommend to Replace Your Wiper Blades every 6 to 12 months. Look at your wiper...
read moreAre My Tires Safe For Winter?
Tire Tread Depth is very important when Driving In Rain And Snow. These grooves in your tires channel water and snow away from the Tire Tread to Increase Traction. Mileage, Wheel Alignment, Road Hazards And Age are likely causes to Replace Your Tires. Tread depths of...
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