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What was that sound? Identifying Strange Car Noises and What They Mean

We've all heard those noises when we're driving... that terrifying sound that something isn't quite right but we have no idea what it means. If you hear a noise while you're driving, then check out this blog to help you identify what is happening under the hood. Thanks to Firestone Tires for breaking down 8 car noises and what they mean. And if you do hear one of these noises from your vehicle, give us a call and we'll take it from there.
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Headlight Restoration and Nighttime Driving Safety

Does headlight restoration improve visibility with nighttime driving? The short answer is yes! If there is fading on the headlights then there is going to be light from the headlight that becomes hazy, leaving off a dull glow. And this is important because over 58% of teenage accidents occur after 9pm, but the danger isn't with teen drivers alone. In fact, over 40% of fatal accidents occur at night. And drivers over the age of 50 need TWICE as much light as the average 30 year old driver. So keeping headlights as bright as possible is a very important…
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Synthetic or Conventional Oil Change?

We've seen the signs for oil changes: Synthetic and Conventional. One is priced at about half the cost of the other, so am I getting double the value if I buy the synthetic, and what happens if I opt for the conventional if my car says to use synthetic?

 

 

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