The Cable Guy (Battery Cables and Maintenance)

February 20, 2022

If you've ever noticed your vehicle's lights are dim or not working at all, the problem could be many things. But one possibility is your battery cables aren't doing their job. A power outage in your vehicle is similar to one in your house and needs to be repaired to get things back to normal. ... More

Wired! (Battery Cable Service)

January 1, 2022

Colder weather brings out the worst in a vehicle's battery. On a very cold day, you may have experienced that your engine cranks slowly when starting. But while it may be the battery itself, it may also be the parts that transfer the power to other the other electrical components, the battery c... More

Take Charge! (Battery Testing)

December 12, 2021

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 it easy. But it may surprise you to learn that hot weather can be much harder on a vehicle's battery than ... More

Battery Maintenance Tips From Kwik Kar Saginaw

November 28, 2021

When it comes to your vehicle, it all starts with the battery. Proper battery maintenance is important for two reasons:First, your vehicle won't start or run without it. Second, it is the key to the long life of your auto electrical system. If your battery isn't working efficiently, your alterna... More

The Kwik Kar Saginaw Basic Guide To Synthetic Oil

July 18, 2021

Synthetic motor oil has been around for a long time, and more and more new vehicles are leaving factories with synthetic in their engines. But a lot of drivers don't really know much about it.Let's start with conventional oil the kind folks are used to. Conventional oil is made up of naturally o... More

A Fluid Situation (Check Fluid Levels)

June 28, 2020

There's one fluid in your car you are always careful to keep at a certain level: the fuel. If you don't have fuel, you're not going anywhere. Your vehicle has other fluids which are vitally important to proper and safe operation, too. So, here's a "level" headed approach to those "other" fluids... More

Need a New Battery? Call Kwik Kar Saginaw Today

April 5, 2020

Hello Saginaw drivers! Need a new battery? There is a good chance that you do 70% of batteries need to be replaced within four years. As your battery discharges and then recharges as you drive around Saginaw, bits of the surface of the battery plates disintegrate. As this process continues over... More

Kwik Kar Saginaw Guide to Using the Correct Fluids in Your Vehicle

January 19, 2020

Today's Kwik Kar Saginaw post focuses on using coolant. If you pour in the wrong kind, it won't protect the cooling system and may even void the warranty. Check your vehicle owner's manual. Of course, your Kwik Kar Saginaw service advisor will know the proper coolant for your vehicle.Brake flui... More

Kwik Kar Saginaw Service Tip: Why Synthetic Oil Is Good For Your Vehicles

December 12, 2019

Hello TX! Today's vehicle care topic is: Synthetic Oil vs. Petroleum Based Oil. Synthetic motor oil is a substitute for petroleum based oil. If you aren't currently using it, why not? Synthetic motor oil maximizes engine power and fuel economy. To see why, we'd need a microscope, so we'll have t... More

Automotive Tips from Kwik Kar Saginaw: Making a Battery Last Longer

February 10, 2019

One thing all Saginaw drivers can do to extend the life of their battery is to keep it clean. A greasy, dirty battery holds in damaging heat. Same goes for removing corrosion from the terminals. Kwik Kar Saginaw can help maintain your battery.Allowing your battery to be deeply depleted like from... More