Your wheels are some of your car’s most important parts—they move you forward and support the vehicle’s weight. That’s why it’s important to keep them in proper alignment. Think of a wheel misalignment as someone’s shoulder popping out of its socket: It’ll hurt to move their arm, and they won’t be able to properly function…
DetailsNo matter how well they’re made, vehicles in Minnesota, North Dakota will have design or manufacturing problems. And when the government thinks a problem is really serious for people in Minnesota, North Dakota , they require the manufacturer to issue a recall notice and fix the car free of charge. The manufacturer then tries to…
DetailsOne of the most oddly named components of your car is its serpentine belt. Named after the way the belt snakes around several parts of your engine, the serpentine belt provides a broad scope of functions to ensure your engine performs well. Being such a critical part of your car, however, means the serpentine belt…
DetailsPop Quiz Do you know what item people want to steal out of your car? Is it: a. Stereo b. Wheels c. Airbags d. DVD System Well, if you said stereo – you used to be right. But now airbags surpassed stereos as the biggest target for theft in Minnesota. People steal approximately 50,000 airbags a…
DetailsThere’s a lot that Minnesota drivers have to put their cars through. From weather to road conditions, we can be hard on our vehicles. With regular engine maintenance, though, we can avoid the big costs that come with the wear and tear. This is especially true when it comes to the timing belt on our…
DetailsRemember learning to ride a bike? You were a true master when you could change the gears to match the resistance and speed that suited your terrain. If you were going up a hill, you probably downshifted and when racing your friends, you’d push it into high gear. Your car operates the same way. And…
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