Before You Buy that Used Vehicle (Having a Used Car Inspected Before Buying)
November 17, 2024
Let's face it. New vehicles are expensive, so finding a good used one can save drivers a lot of money. It's tempting to look through ads, find a private seller who has what you're looking for and pay a price you think is a great deal. But when you go over to look at a used car, do you really k... More
Road Trip? Check! (Trip Inspection)
October 20, 2024
After months of postponing travel far away from home, a lot of us can't wait to hit the road and scream "Road Trip!" again. But how long has it been since the vehicle you're planning on taking has had a thorough inspection? And is it roadworthy for several days on the highway? Time to schedule a... More
Dexter Road Trip Preparation
September 8, 2024
People from Dexter, Missouri, love their cars. And nothing goes with cars better than a Missouri road trip. Freedom from daily schedules, new sights and the open road it's great! But there's nothing like car trouble to bring the fun to a grinding halt.You can't always avoid problems, but you ca... More
It Is Time to Check Your Intervals
September 17, 2023
Part of the engineering that goes into designing a vehicle is testing the components to ensure that they meet durability and safety standards. Because of this, manufacturers have a good idea as to how long the parts in your vehicle will last under normal driving conditions. For this reason, they... More
The Vivacious Vernal Vehicle (Preparing Vehicle for Spring)
May 14, 2023
Most of us look forward to spring because the days are longer, the weather's warmer and we can finally get our vehicles into warm weather mode. Here are a few things that will breathe fresh energy into anyone's car, SUV, truck or van. First thing is a good cleaning, especially underneath. If you... More
Beware Dangers of Spring Driving (Seasonal Driving Tips)
February 12, 2023
Sure, winter is quickly fading in the rearview mirror, but the peril of icy roads is replaced with a whole new set of driving challenges in spring. Deer and other wildlife. You are not the only one who gets spring fever. Animals do, too, and spring is the time they start looking for mates and fo... More
Road Ready (Trip Inspection)
November 20, 2022
Maybe you've been cooped up for a while and are yearning for a change of scenery. Or maybe you need to visit a relative who lives far away. You choose not to fork out the big bucks for airline tickets, so it's time for a road trip. Make sure you're road ready by having your vehicle professiona... More
It's About Time: Following Service Intervals at Charlie's Fast Lube Dexter
April 17, 2022
There are a lot of things in life that Dexter residents have to do on a regular basis. We wash dishes every day, do our laundry and mow our lawns every week, and pay the bills every month. We should go to our Dexter dentist twice a year and see our doctor for a check-up once a year. When we don'... More
Road Trip: Be Ready for Anything with a Trip Inspection at Charlie's Fast Lube Dexter
September 27, 2020
Road trip, anyone? Nothing spoils a great vacation faster than ending up stranded on the side of the road or spending a week in a rundown motel while our vehicle sits in the shop. Long days on the road can bring out the worst in your vehicle, so before you leave, prepare it for the journey by ge... More