A word from the Pros.
At LubePro's, vehicle maintenance is our top priority, and because we know not everyone is as passionate as us about this topic, we've made it easy for anyone to become a pro. Here are some tips that we've compiled that will keep your car running smoothly and help to save you money at the pump.
Rely on LubePro's for the best advice on your vehicle!
Pro-Tip #1: Replacing your air filter can improve your gas mileage by $0.29/gallon.
Pro-Tip #2: Changing dirty oil can increase your gas mileage.
Pro-Tip #3: Changing old wiper blades prevents scratching and unnecessary windshield replacement and helps improve safety while driving in poor weather conditions.
Pro-Tip #4: Your car burns gas most efficiently when you drive below 60 mph.
Pro-Tip #5: A faulty oxygen sensor can cost you up to 40% gas efficiency.
Pro-Tip #6: Proper inflation of your tires means deflation in cash spent on gas while on the road.
Pro-Tip #7: Using oil with the recommended viscosity for your car can save $0.03-$0.06/gallon at the pump.
Pro-Tip #8: New LubePro's installed wiper blades keep your sight lines clear.
Pro-Tip #9: Beyond 60mph, every additional 5mph you drive is like paying an additional $0.20/gallon for gas.
Pro-Tip #10: Empty your trunk. For every extra 100 pounds in your vehicle, your fuel efficiency decreases by 1-2%.
Pro-Tip #11: The difference in fuel costs between cars that gets 20 miles/gallon vs. a car that gets 30 miles/gallon is hundreds of dollars a year.
Pro-Tip #12: Patience behind the wheel can replace unnecessary wear on your engine, tires, and passengers.
Pro-Tip #13: On two identical trips, you will burn less gas if your engine is warm than if your engine is cold. Do all your errands at the same time.
Pro-Tip #14: Keep it tight. A tight gas cap can save you up to $0.15/gallon over a loose one.
Pro-Tip #15: When idling at stoplights or in rush hour traffic,
The gas mileage of your vehicle is at its worst. (0 miles/gallon.)
Pro-Tip #16: A loud screeching noise can signify a loose belt.
Pro-Tip #17: Regular maintenance means a regular LubePro's 10 Minute Oil Change.
Pro-Tip #18: A grinding metallic sound usually means it's time to have your brakes inspected.
Pro-Tip #19: A fuel filter should be changed on a yearly basis.
Pro-Tip #20: In very cold weather, all batteries have decreased output, so
keep yours healthy.
Pro-Tip #21: Rotating your tires means even tread wear and longer
lasting tires.
Pro-Tip #22: Improper tire inflation can ruin the internal integrity of your tire and decrease your gas mileage by 2%.
Pro-Tip #23: Tires lose pressure in cold weather; check them often to make certain they are properly inflated.
Pro-Tip #24: A dirty cabin air filter can make the air inside a car up to 6 times dirtier than the outside air.
Pro-Tip #25: Let LubePro's change your air filter and your car will breathe easier.
Pro-Tip #26: Changing your car's cabin air filter can prevent musty odors and corrosion of the air conditioner.
Pro-Tip #27: Vacuuming sand and dirt from your carpet reduces abrasion and prolongs its life.
Pro-Tip #28: Pot holes and rough roads can decrease fuel efficiency by throwing your wheels out of alignment.
Pro-Tip #29: Windshield washer fluid and coolant are very toxic and should be kept away from children and pets.
