Winter is just around the corner, and it’s that time of the year when your old and even new car sits covered in the snow when not in use. As bad as Wisconsin winters are for the car’s engine with all the cold starting issues and stuff, they are equally bad for your car’s exterior paint, especially if you notice rust. Read on to this blog post from Frank Boucher Volkswagen of Janesville and find out how you can avoid your car from rusting this winter.
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It may seem like a strange place to build a home, but mice love to nest in our cars. Whether it is the protection, warmth, or seclusion it offers, mice seems drawn to all types of vehicles. This is most often the case when you park your vehicle in a garage. When mice enter our cars and start nesting it can be difficult to get them to stop. This blog is going to go over how to prevent mice from nesting in your vehicle and what to if this has already started.
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When you live in Wisconsin, it often feels like the weather changes in the blink of an eye. While many of us have the tires and skills needed to handle rain and snow, what happens when the roads are foggy? Not only is the visibility lowered, but this becomes a dangerous terrain when we travel by vehicle. This blog is going to go over some tips on how you can better handle foggy road conditions to increase your safety.
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Though they are small, the spark plug is a mighty part of your vehicle. They do just what they say: they create a spark that ignites the engine when you start your vehicle. Though the spark plug does not sustain the power of the engine, you need that first spark. Without that spark, the vehicle will not start. If the spark plugs are beginning to die, this is a part you will want to get replaced. This blog will go over some of the signs of a dying spark plug and where you can get them replaced in the southern Wisconsin area.
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Have you been thinking about getting new tires? Are you unsure if it is time to replace your tires? If so, this blog will help you out. This blog includes a list of signs to look for when it is time to replace your tires for new ones. Take a look and be better prepared to make your decision.
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If you are the proud owner of a new Volkswagen, congrats! Though it may be tempting to take to the road right away, there are some tips to keep in mind. When you purchase a new Volkswagen, you will want to properly break it in. You can do these through a few different alterations to your driving style. Keep these tips in mind for the first 1,000 miles, and you will be surprised how well your Volkswagen will continue to run for years to come.
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Achieving a better fuel economy is the goal for many drivers. We like to see how far we can go on a tank of gas and if we can break our previous record. Over time, our fuel economy can go down. While there are many reasons for this, there are some tips to improve it. In this blog we will go over some of the ways we can improve our fuel economy on our Volkswagen. Sometimes all it takes is cleaning or replacing a part.
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If you are like most people, you want to keep your Volkswagen in top shape. It does not matter if the vehicle is new or used, our cars are important. From the moment we take our Volkswagen home for the first time, there are things we can do to keep it in a good condition. This blog will go over some maintenance tips you can utilize to keep your Volkswagen in the best shape possible.
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It is important to know the signs of a dying car battery. Without a good functioning battery, you risk your vehicle not starting or dying. Here are some ways to tell if your car battery is dying, so you can go out a get a new one before it is too late.
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As we sink deeper into the winter months, the snow and ice on the roads will become more frequent. As Wisconsin drivers we are no novice to driving in the snow, but there are still tips we should consider to help us safely navigate these extreme conditions. This blog will focus on some of the strategies we can use to safely drive on snow- and ice-covered roads.
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