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Take Charge! (Battery Testing) Has Video

OK, so you probably take your vehicle's battery for granted.  Turn the key or push a button and it starts right up.  During times of warmer weather, you probably think your battery can take ...
Published on: Apr 28, 2024

A Bumpy Ride (Strut Assembly Replacement)

If you’ve noticed your vehicle’s ride has lately been bumpy or you’re hearing strange noises when you drive over bumps, you may need new struts.   The strut assembly is par...
Published on: Apr 07, 2024

Automotive Tips from Pro Automotive Services: Wiper Blades – Signs of Wear Has Video

90% of our driving decisions are based on vision. Anything that impedes your vision can affect your driving safety – including a dirty windshield. In that sense, your wiper blades are ...
Published on: Jan 07, 2024

Drive Train Service in Wood River at Pro Automotive Services Has Video

The drive train in your vehicle includes all the components that transfer power from the transmission to the wheels. Those components differ depending on what type of vehicle you drive, na...
Published on: Oct 15, 2023

Drive Train - What You Need to Know in Wood River Has Video

One Wood River automotive service issue that doesn't get much attention is driveline service. Drivelines don't get talked about very much around Wood River, but they're very important. First let's def...
Published on: Jun 04, 2023

Regular Schedule or Severe Service Schedule at Pro Automotive Services? Has Video

Today's Pro Automotive Services article focuses on severe service maintenance. Many Wood River drivers are not aware of them and yet there are also very vocal advocates in IL who think that severe s...
Published on: Apr 30, 2023

Winter Tires Has Video

What type of technology do you use? Do you prefer an 8-track tape or an iPod? When it comes to winter tires, much of Wood River driver's perception dates back to when 8-track was the best way to liste...
Published on: Apr 23, 2023

I'm Cool With That (AC Exchange)

On a hot day, you want your vehicle's air conditioning to work.  When the air blowing out of your vents isn't cold, it's easy to think, "I'll just take it by the shop and have them top off my ref...
Published on: Dec 25, 2022