Maintenance

  • The Engine Gets a Boost (Turbocharged Engine Maintenance)
    If someone told you that your vehicle could have the same power but with a smaller engine, wouldn't that sound like great idea? Just think, a smaller engine would save you money at the gas station and...
    Published on: Mar 17, 2019
  • Trickle Down Technology
    Recently, Nissan introduced the latest version of its Leaf, the company's electric car. It has many new features, including something called e-Pedal. It allows the driver to let up on the accelerator ...
    Published on: May 12, 2019
  • Synthetic Oil for Wood River Autos
    If you are a driver in Wood River and you aren't currently using synthetic motor oil in your vehicle, maybe now's the time to consider it. Need more information? Well, synthetic motor oil ...
    Published on: Jun 02, 2019
  • Change Your Engine Air Filter at Pro Automotive Services
    Many Wood River car owners have probably wondered: "What's the harm in putting off replacing an engine air filter? The answer is that not replacing it could cause your Mass Air Flow (...
    Published on: Jun 30, 2019
  • The Maintenance Free Myth
    Sometimes we hear people in Wood River say, "What's up with all this maintenance stuff? Modern cars just don't break down." While it is true that today's vehicles are extremely reliable, t...
    Published on: Jul 07, 2019
  • Hold the Oil! (Oil Pan Gasket Replacement)
    You've likely heard how important oil is to your vehicle's engine. Did you know that there's one part that's responsible for holding that oil so you can use it every day? It's called the oil pan, and ...
    Published on: Jul 21, 2019
  • New School: Automotive Pro Automotive Services Technician Training
    Wood River consumers are demanding. We want a safe, reliable vehicle that handles well and is comfortable to ride in. Oh, and we want good fuel economy, too. We also want vehicle repairs that are...
    Published on: Oct 27, 2019
  • Gas Savings in Wood River: Sharpen Your Pencil
    High gas prices in Wood River increase the cost of living for IL drivers. You've probably budgeted a certain amount for vehicle related expenses. Increased fuel costs now consume a larger porti...
    Published on: Apr 19, 2020
  • Does Your Car Have A Recall Item?
    Recalls are pretty serious for Wood River residents and don't happen all that often. But sometimes cars have less serious problems that Wood River residents still might want to know about. For these l...
    Published on: May 24, 2020
  • Maintenance on My Mind
    Ask any Wood River man or woman if they've taken their vehicle in for preventive maintenance lately, and the answer may well be “no.” Surveys indicate that over 80% of vehicles on the road...
    Published on: Jun 21, 2020
  • Don't Miss a Beat (Importance of Regular Maintenance)
    In many places, license plates have to be renewed every year or else you can't drive your vehicle legally.  Usually, you'll get a reminder from the agency that issues the plates. That kind of re...
    Published on: Oct 03, 2021
  • Regular Schedule or Severe Service Schedule at Pro Automotive Services?
    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