Clarksville Auto Repair

Before you hit the road this winter, be sure you have completed all the factory-recommended winter auto maintenance on your car. Traveling in winter weather can be hard on you and your vehicle. Be sure to thoroughly inspect your tires, wipers, HVAC system, defroster, and antifreeze levels. WINTER AUTO MAINTENANCE During winter, the colder temperatures require a bit more auto maintenance diligence than during the rest of the year. The winter months bring freezing temperatures, heavy rains, sleet, and snow. There is a higher drain on the car battery, and your engine has to work harder to pump cold-thickened fluids. Even your tires experience a more demanding workout on wet, slick, or icy roads saturated with road salt. Let’s look at how we can keep our vehicle running safely this season through some basic winter auto maintenance. TIRES Check out your tires weekly. Inspect them for damages, including the tread, sidewalls, and pressure valve. Ensu ... read more

If you are a parent to school age children, then you are probably counting down the days until they go back to school. With all the ups and downs of the last 18+ months, you may have overlooked having a hybrid oil change or checking the fluids, tires, brakes, & cooling system on your car. Luckily, I’ve put together some informative Hybrid car care tips to help you get all caught up on your hybrid auto maintenance services and be ready for all the back-to-school activities. PREVENTATIVE MAINTENANCE Be sure to check your owner’s manual for the manufacturer’s recommendations on how often you should have your hybrid serviced. Below are some typical inspections and services that you should have performed regularly. Some are safe for you to do at home. However, you might consider having a trained hybrid technician perform your hybrid car’s maintenance. HYBRID OIL CHANGE Since your hybrid auto still uses a combustion engine part ... read more

Following a car maintenance schedule sounds harder than it really is. Most new cars come equipped with an array of lights and icons that automatically remind us when it’s time for service. This is really convenient for knowing when to get an oil change. But, for older model vehicles, work vehicles or even new cars that are not driven often, mileage-based maintenance checks may need to be scheduled sooner than the automatic dash light reminders or the mileage-based service manual suggestions. ROUTINE CAR MAINTENANCE: EASY AS 1,2,3 Having the peace of mind of driving a well-maintained vehicle can’t be beat. A&R Complete Auto Care’s, ATI trained and certified, customer service writers are ready to help find the best car car maintenance schedule to fit your needs. DETERMINE YOUR DRIVING HABITS Knowing your driving conditions is the first step in choosing the correct routine car maintenance schedu ... read more