Kwik Kar Saginaw On Your Serpentine Belt
August 25, 2019
Today we're going to be talking about serpentine belts for our Saginaw, TX, customers. Let's start by talking about the accessories that are driven by the serpentine belt. First is the alternator. That's the device that makes electricity to power the vehicle and recharge the battery. Then there... More
The Harm in Skipping an Oil Change for Saginaw Drivers
July 21, 2019
People in Saginaw have been hearing a lot about higher oil change intervals these days. Maybe you're wondering: What are the key issues?Some new vehicle manufacturers are now recommending much higher oil change intervals than they have in the past. As much as 5,000 to 8,000 miles (8,000 km to 13... More
Gas Savings in Saginaw: Sharpen Your Pencil
June 30, 2019
High gas prices in Saginaw increase the cost of living for TX drivers. You've probably budgeted a certain amount for vehicle related expenses. Increased fuel costs now consume a larger portion of our incomes, causing some Saginaw vehicle owners to skimp in other areas like scheduled maintenance... More
Your Vehicle Is NOT Maintenance Free, Saginaw Car Owners
May 5, 2019
A generation ago, Saginaw drivers seemed to be more inclined to keep their vehicle's preventive maintenance on schedule. One reason for this may be that vehicles back then were a lot less reliable than they are today. Taking your vehicle in to your Saginaw shop every year or two for repairs seem... More
Keeping Your Car Young in Saginaw
April 28, 2019
As Saginaw consumers, we live in a disposable society. It's amazing all the stuff we throw away.New stuff comes out so fast in TX, and much of it is fairly cheap, so we just toss the old and move on. It seems like when we were kids our parents were real sticklers about taking care of our stuff - ... More
Keys to a Long Lasting Vehicle
April 7, 2019
We live in a disposable society. Everything from elaborate packaging to our clothing. Even cell phones are disposable. When replacement is cheaper than repair, the term "built to last" goes by the wayside. An exception is our vehicles. They're still a very big investment and Saginaw drivers want ... More
I Can See Clearly Now: Wiper Blade Replacement in Saginaw
March 24, 2019
About 90% of our driving decisions in the Saginaw area are based solely on what we see. So having a good pair of windshield wipers is extremely important.Most Saginaw drivers have experienced the frustration and fear of not being able to see clearly during a storm, or when our vehicle windshield ... More
Economics of Maintenance for Saginaw Auto Owners
February 17, 2019
Buying a new car in Saginaw is always a big financial decision. The allure of that new car smell is powerful, to be sure. But what if your current car is still in good shape? How do you decide?People in Saginaw who've been used to driving a new car every three to five years may be having second ... More
Which Item Is Most Stolen from Vehicles in Saginaw?
November 26, 2018
Which item is most often stolen from vehicles in Saginaw?Is it: Stereo Wheels Air Bag DVD System Well, if you said stereo you used to be right. But airbags have now surpassed stereos as the biggest target for theft in TX approximately 50,000 a year are stolen across the country. New airbags... More
Change Your Engine Air Filter at Kwik Kar Saginaw
October 4, 2018
Many Saginaw 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 (MAF) sensor to fail. This expensive sensor is situated between your engine air filter and your engine. Dirty air fil... More