Category: Car Care Tips

A transmission can be easy to maintain, but terribly pricey to replace. It makes sense to take care of your automotive transmission now, rather than be caught off-guard by a huge repair bill later. The following strategies will help to keep your transmission working well and shifting seamlessly behind the wheel. Ten tips to maintain […]

From camping to music festivals or just a friend’s barbeque, there are an abundance of reasons to get out of the house and on the road during the summer in Oregon. It gets exciting and active around here during the warm weather, so it’s good reason to start prepping your car now for the coming […]

As the season’s change, so do the things we do to take care of ourselves. For instance, in Winter we make sure to dress warmly and stay up to date with our cold and flu vaccinations. Much like us, our vehicles are also affected by the cold, and since our cars are an important part […]

It’s a new year, and chances are you started 2015 with a list of resolutions a mile long. If we’re all honest with ourselves, keeping our new year’s resolutions can be a lot harder than we expected it to be. Whether you want to lose weight or live a greener lifestyle, each good intention comes […]

Living in the rugged state of Oregon, you’ll never know when owning a truck could come in handy. They’re practical, stylish and great for getting things done. However, if you’re looking to surprise a person in your life with a brand new truck for Christmas, you’re might get a little overwhelmed by the variety of […]

The holiday season is finally here, and there is so much driving to be done. Whether you’re picking up gifts at your local store or driving long distances to visit family and friends, being on the road in winter can be incredibly dangerous. You’re not only up against the elements, but other stressed out drivers […]

For as long as there have been cars, there have been car gadgets. And it makes sense, we spend a lot of our time getting from A to B in our vehicles. It’s only natural that we’d want to customize them to add a little bit of extra comfort and personality to our ride. In […]

Winter in Portland is a rainy time, and driving on wet roads can be very dangerous. Your first line of defense against a wet road is your tire tread, since those are the only thing that keep in contact with the road the entire time you drive. For something that does so much work while […]

Old Man Winter is on his way and you know what that means — snow, ice, freezing rain and cold. It’s important to prepare for the next several months in order to protect yourself and your family, particularly while on the road. Check out these 10 winter driving safety tips. 1. Winter Survival Kit Make […]

Fall is steadily approaching as September draws to a close. It’s been a very hot summer this year, and I’m sure most of us are welcoming the crisper temperatures. But along with cooler days, come new challenges and responsibilities with your vehicle. Seasonal maintenance is a very important part of staying safe on the road […]