Car Tips for Drivers in the Kitchener Waterloo area

Did you know that most cars get out of alignment overtime, due to everyday driving? Out-of-alignment refers to the car’s suspension, which means suspensions get worn out overtime and its springs stretch out. Road conditions can be tricky, so being in an accident or even bumping into a curb will often disrupt the alignment of your car. Affecting the high caliber elements and making the wheels sit at an incorrect angle. This is why it’s important to get an alignment done by professionals. To reinstate these angles to their correct measurements, which in turn will make your wheel sit straight.

Do I need an alignment done?

How can you tell if your car is out of alignment? When driving on a straight road, pay attention to the wheel. Is the wheel centered? Or is your car drifting from side to side while driving straight. If you notice the wheel isn’t centered, call us today at (519) 578-4533. We are happy to help with any car issues you may experience.

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Did you know there are tips and tricks during winter months that help with fuel efficiency? Because vehicles need to work overtime during the winter time, they will end up using more fuel. Here are a few ways the cold weather can affect your car:

– Fuel inefficiency is caused in most cars when temperature drops below freezing levels.

– The tire pressure of a vehicle will decrease during cold months, which means it will reduce the traction of the tires and increase resistance.

– An engine will take longer to reach optimal fuel efficiency temperature due to the cold weather. This will affect short distance driving the most.

Fuel economy tips for winter

There are also many ways to improve fuel economy during cold weather, here are a few tips:

Driving longer distance – Avoid Short Drives

It’s best to avoid short distance driving during winter since most of the driving time will be dedicated to warming up the engine and go against fuel efficiency. The engine will take longer to warm up during cold months, so driving longer distance is ideal, if possible. Planning ahead and getting more done in one drive will be the most effective for fuel efficiency.

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Ever heard your car make strange, unknown sounds? And wondered, what does that mean? Here are a few common issues the everyday driver may experience.

Car not driving straight

If you find yourself wrestling the wheel to keep your vehicle driving straight, it’s most likely out of alignment. Making sure your wheel is aligned will not only help with being safer on the road and having better handling. But as a bonus, it also helps with fuel efficiency, as well as the tire performance and tire wear. You’ll find that once it’s aligned, your car will drive a lot better!

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Time to get rid of that winter grime and get ready for spring! For exterior cleaning, we love using the two bucket method for best results. We use microfiber towels to clean the car, which is gentler and prevents scratches. If you’d like more steps on how to clean your vehicle, take a look at this article:

Simple ways to detail your car yourself and general maintenance

Winter Tires

It’s important to switch out those winter tires since they’ll get compromised on dry roads. Once the winter tires are removed, give them a good clean. We also recommend storing them in a dry and cool place, ready to be used for next winter!

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It’s very common to find yourself having car troubles during winter months. Especially when extreme low temperatures hit Canada, you may notice more and more problems. Metals tend to shrink, tires will often deflate, oil gets thicker etc…Let’s take a closer look at these issues and most importantly, the solutions.

Dead Battery

One common issue car owners face during winter is having a dead battery. The car battery tends to be the most affected by cold weather. So if your car won’t start during winter, there’s a high chance the battery is dead. The ideal situation is that the battery isn’t completely dead and it’s easily fixed with jumper cables. But if your battery is dead, dead. Then you’ll need a new battery. There are a few great ways to prevent this from happening. You’ll want to make sure you maintain the battery connections clean, free of corrosion and also make sure it’s tight. If you live in an area where it gets very cold, you may want to look into a battery warmer.

Make an appointment with us today for a Car Battery Service. Our service includes running a computerized battery test, based on the results we can take the appropriate steps. We also provide replacement of a new car battery, and we can dispose of the existing battery for you. This service includes the cleaning of the battery, making sure the battery-cable terminals are free from corrosion.

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