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The Engine Gets a Boost (Turbocharged Engine Maintenance)
If someone told you that your vehicle could have the same power but with a smaller engine, wouldn't that sound like great idea? Just think, a smaller engine would save you money at the gas station and...
Published on: Feb 08, 2026
Steering You Right (Power Steering Signs of Problems)
Nearly every modern vehicle on the road today has power steering, a wonderful invention that makes steering take far less effort than it did in the "good old days." Today, we take our steering f...
Published on: May 25, 2025
Maintenance on My Mind
Ask any Clearwater man or woman if they've taken their vehicle in for preventive maintenance lately, and the answer may well be “no.” Surveys indicate that over 80% of vehicles on the road...
Published on: May 18, 2025
Don't Miss a Beat (Importance of Regular Maintenance)
In many places, license plates have to be renewed every year or else you can't drive your vehicle legally. Usually, you'll get a reminder from the agency that issues the plates.
That kind of re...
Published on: Dec 29, 2024
Tire or Re-Tire? (Getting Tires Ready for Hot Weather)
Heat isn't easy on vehicle tires, and as the seasons change, make sure yours are ready to take the heat.
Let's talk first about inflation. Heat causes air to expand, so heat alone can rai...
Published on: Sep 22, 2024
Are Modern Vehicles Maintenance Free?
In our auto video today we'll be talking with Alan Peterson about myths surrounding automotive maintenance. You can lump these myths into the statement that "modern vehicles are so re...
Published on: Sep 15, 2024
Getting the Right Tires and Wheels in Clearwater
A lot of people get custom wheels in Clearwater. When you do this yourself (over the internet . . .) you could run into trouble if you're not careful. Sometimes, once they're mounted, they just don'...
Published on: Sep 08, 2024
Service to Improve Fuel Economy
The price of gas in FL has got people in Clearwater talking. It seems that Clearwater folks who need a bigger vehicle to carry family and gear, or provide four wheel drive, are hit especially hard. ...
Published on: Aug 18, 2024