How to Maintain Your Electric or Hybrid Vehicle Low emissions, high-tech features, and fuel efficiency drive the market for hybrid and electric vehicles. Our Plymouth, MN service center fields questions every day about these types of vehicles. Many concerns focus on maintenance: do hybrid or electric vehicles need different maintenance than normal cars? Let’s cover…
Don’t Forget to Install Snow Tires This Winter You know what to expect when winter settles in, but did you know Minnesota averages 55 inches of snow every year? If you haven’t installed snow tires or don’t think you need them, it’s time to consider how they keep you safer on winter roads. After you get…
Why It’s Important to Schedule Routine Maintenance for Your Vehicle You might not name your car and treat it like family, but you don’t want to neglect it either. You need to find a happy middle ground that keeps it in top shape. We can help with maintenance tips from our Forest Lake, MN auto…
Scary Sounds Your Car Makes and the Repairs They Signify When your car hums along making familiar sounds, you barely notice. When the engine, tires, or brakes start to whine, growl, or squeal, you know something is very wrong. These 10 noises are sure signs you need expert car repair. Our master mechanics here in Waite…
Examining Your Car’s Electric Ecosystem It’s easy to take automobile electrical systems for granted, as many drivers in Forest Lake do. Even as professional mechanics, we understand, as we’ve come to rely on electrical components in our everyday lives. Let’s take a closer look at your car’s electronic ecosystem and give you a better idea…
The Difference Between Engine and Exhaust Brakes The brakes are one of the most important parts of a vehicle, as they play the important role of slowing it down. However, not all braking systems are created equally. Many vehicles, specifically trucks, rely on either engine or exhaust brakes on top of their regular brakes. We’d…