car maintenance Archives | Kenny's Lake Area Auto Blog Posts
Posted February 10, 2015
Kitty litter often makes an appearance in lists for auto emergency kits or winter safety tips – but why is this strange “tool” so popular? What is it for? Does it really work? Here, we address three “myths” about cat litter to help you stay safe on slick winter roads
Categories: car maintenance, preventive maintenance, Safe Driving, Uncategorized, winter driving
Posted November 19, 2014
Winter is here in Walled Lake, MI. Unseasonably cold weather has hit even places like the Deep South. With the polar vortex as a regular occurrence in our winters, below zero temperatures, and snow in places that don’t normally see snow, you need to be prepared for winter hazards. When
Categories: car maintenance, Safe Driving, winter driving
Posted October 23, 2014
Is your car ready for the changing weather? As summer comes to an end, we know that means cooling temperatures, rain, and falling leaves in Walled Lake, MI. It also means winter will be here before we know it! As National Fall Car Care Month, this month is the perfect
Categories: battery, car maintenance, fluids, oil change, preventive maintenance, tires, winter driving
Posted September 22, 2014
One of the most frustrating car problems is when you turn the key and nothing happens — but we’re here for you! Our auto experts in Walled Lake, MI, can help diagnose the problem to get you back on the road. Here are the most common causes of starting problems:
Categories: auto repair, battery, car maintenance
Posted June 11, 2014
Changing your vehicle’s oil is one of the most basic aspects of maintenance – every vehicle needs it regularly to continue to function properly. If you are setting up an appointment with your mechanic, chances are it’s to have your oil changed. But how much thought do you usually put
Categories: auto repair, car maintenance, oil change, oil loss, preventive maintenance
Posted May 12, 2014
Do you keep up with the latest gadgets and technology in your vehicle? A new study shows that Americans would trade in their cars for a new one every 2 years – as often as we get new cell phones! A large motivation for this trend is the vast technological
Categories: car maintenance
Posted November 25, 2013
According to a 2012 AAA report, the number of Thanksgiving travelers has been steadily increasing since 2008. In fact, there were 43.6 million Americans traveling 50 miles or more during the Thanksgiving weekend, and 90% of those travelers (39.2 million) were making the trek by car. You can count on
Categories: car maintenance, preventive maintenance, Safe Driving
Posted October 29, 2013
Finding a talented, trustworthy auto mechanic in Walled Lake isn’t as hard as you think and since October is National Car Care Month, our team at Mufflers and More Full Service Auto Repair and Maintenance is teaching you why you should only let an ASE-Certified mechanic work on your vehicle.
Categories: car maintenance, preventive maintenance
Posted May 9, 2013
Categories: auto repair, car maintenance, Safe Driving, Teen Drivers
Posted February 22, 2013
As a driver, it’s hard to know what you’ll encounter on the roads in Walled Lake. But when a local auto repair shop performs a wheel alignment on your car, you’ll get better gas mileage, more controlled handling, and have a safer drive. Suspension connects your vehicle to its wheels
Categories: auto repair, car maintenance, preventive maintenance