Tuesday Trivia–Fixing a Flat in 1915
What is the name of this tool? And what was it used for? (hint: was made in 1915) Answer: This is a Spitler Puncture Plug. It was used to repair tires. Early automobile … Continue reading →
Category Archives: Information
Car Care Aware–More Spring Tips
April is Car Care Awareness month and the National Car Care Council (carcre.org) would like to remind you of ways you can give a little TLC to your vehicle during April. Check all your lights for any burned out bulbs–this … Continue reading →
April is Car Care Month
April is Car Care Month. The entire month is dedicated to vehicle maintenance and getting ready for Summer! Mother Nature, did you hear that word, SUMMER? Summer-like temperatures will be here before we know it. Will your vehicle be ready … Continue reading →
Reduce, Reuse and Recycle! Bob’s Does That!
Reduce, Reuse and Recycle! Bob’s Does That! At Bob’s Auto Service we take great care to be kind to our environment. … Continue reading →
The Last Bench Seats
Do you remember front bench seats? I do too, but your children or grandchildren may never have seen them; or even know they existed. Feel free to share this post with the younger generations. Up until 1958 all vehicles had … Continue reading →
When should I have an alignment done on my car?
Why an alignment Having an alignment completed on your vehicle is important. In this post we will talk about when to get an one and why it is an important preventative maintenance item. Most of us know that an … Continue reading →
Back-To-School Checklist
Our friends at the Car Care Council have listed some important Back-To-School maintenance items on their checklist. We would like to add one more…. have your vehicle aligned. Did you know that 92% of vehicles on the road today need … Continue reading →
Back to School Time
It’s that time of year again. Yep, time to get ready to head back to school! It can be a crazy time, even for the most organized person. For many, it will include buying new clothes, school supplies, and backpacks. … Continue reading →
What do I need to do for my high mileage vehicle?
High Mileage vehicles are being kept more often than not these days. Today the average age for a vehicle on the road is 11 years. With proper care and maintenance, you can expect your car to go 150,000 to 200,000 … Continue reading →
What is ASE certification and why is it important?
ASE, stands for Automotive Service Excellence. In 1972 the Institute for Automotive Service Excellence started working to improve the quality of repairs done on vehicles. They began by testing and certifying automotive professionals. Typically auto mechanics take these tests, but … Continue reading →