Serpentine Belt Service at Kwik Kar Saginaw in Saginaw
January 3, 2021
If you've ever heard a squealing sound under your vehicle hood, chances are it was your serpentine belt. More importantly, the belt powers the alternator. The alternator creates electricity that's used by your vehicle's electrical systems and also charges the battery. Without the alternator, the... More
The Maintenance Free Myth
November 29, 2020
Sometimes we hear people in Saginaw 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, they are also becoming increasingly complicated and use more exotic materials than ever before. All that complex... More
Change Your Wiper Blades Twice Yearly at Kwik Kar Saginaw
August 2, 2020
Because 90% of our driving decisions are based on visual information, unobscured vision is paramount. Which brings us to the topic of today's Kwik Kar Saginaw article: wiper blades. While this isn't the most exciting automotive subject, it's important. You wouldn't drive at night in Saginaw with ... More
Keeping Your 'Old Faithful' Auto Running
July 26, 2020
At Kwik Kar Saginaw we've had a lot of Saginaw customers asking how they can make their vehicles last longer. These questions are actually a reflection of a trend that's been building for several years in TX. The median age of personal vehicles is now over nine years. And 33 percent of all vehicl... More
Are Modern Vehicles Maintenance Free?
July 19, 2020
In our auto video today we'll be talking with Alan Peterson about myths surrounding automotive maintenance. You can lump these myths into the statement that "modern vehicles are so reliable, they are virtually maintenance free."Any good myth has some elements of truth. No offense to Saginaw Bigf... More
Hey Saginaw Drivers; What Is the Most Distracting Food?
July 12, 2020
So what is the most distracting food to have in the car while driving around Saginaw?Is it: A Hamburger; Coffee; A Soft Drink, or Gummy Bears? Well, you may be surprised to learn that all but the gummy bears are in the top ten most distracting foods when you are driving. But if you chose 'coffe... More
Another Couple of Years: Making Your Vehicle Last With Help From Kwik Kar Saginaw
February 23, 2020
A while back, the Cash for Clunkers program was all over the TX news. Saginaw people could trade in their old vehicle for a new one that got better gas mileage and receive a government rebate. A lot of Saginaw motorists had so-called clunkers that they wanted to keep. They're good commuters, gro... More
Maintenance on My Mind
January 5, 2020
Ask any Saginaw 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 today are in need of some kind of repair or maintenance. Now, ask that same person why he hasn't taken his car in... More
Relax When the Wind Blows in TX: Winter Car Prep for Saginaw Drivers
January 1, 2020
When autumn comes around in Saginaw, leaves fall, nights get longer and there's a definite nip in the air. Time to unpack the boots and gloves and fold some extra blankets onto the beds. It's also time for Saginaw drivers to winterize their vehicles.Here is some expert auto advice for Saginaw dri... More
Kwik Kar Saginaw Helps You Decipher the Menu Board: Part 2
December 15, 2019
TX service centers have a menu board that lists the services they provide. Some Saginaw drivers may not be familiar with all of the items on the board so here is a quick description of some of the typical services that might be listed.Kwik Kar Saginaw fuel system cleaning: Over time, the vehicle... More