Don't Be Shocked (Shock Absorbers)
October 31, 2021
If you've ever ridden down a rough road on your bicycle, you know how hard a ride it can be. Yet drive down the same road in your car, truck or SUV and it miraculously will smooth out the ride. That's because it is equipped with shock absorbers. They are built to dampen impacts from road irreg... More
The Need for Speed (Wheel Speed Sensor Maintenance)
October 24, 2021
Today's vehicles have some pretty amazing technology in them, including a computerized braking system we all pretty much take for granted these days. Antilock brake systems (ABS) have been around for years but they help drivers stop in much shorter distances reliably than ever before. When you ... More
Diesel Maintenance for Missouri
October 17, 2021
At Charlie's Fast Lube Dexter we hear from a lot of people who are excited about the new diesel engines that will soon be available in passenger cars and SUV's. But our Missouri friends are often curious about the preventive maintenance requirements. People may not know that diesel engines have ... More
Motor Oil?The Synthetic Advantage (Synthetic oil vs Conventional)
October 10, 2021
Youve probably already heard that regular oil changes are extremely important for the health of your vehicles engine. Thats sound advice. But what you might not know is when it comes to motor oil, the real thing may not be the best thing for your engine. There are different types of motor oil: ... More
Know Your Towing Limits in Dexter
October 3, 2021
Some Dexter drivers figure that anything they can attach to their trailer hitch can be towed by their vehicle. Nope. If you're going to do any towing around Dexter, you should be aware of safety issues, Missouri towing laws and potential liability.Understanding tow ratings is important for safe t... More