Keeping Your 'Old Faithful' Auto Running
September 15, 2024
At Charlie's Fast Lube Dexter we've had a lot of Dexter 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 Missouri. The median age of personal vehicles is now over nine years. And 33 percen... More
Hey Dexter Drivers; What Is the Most Distracting Food?
August 18, 2024
So what is the most distracting food to have in the car while driving around Dexter?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 'coffee... More
Can Your Car Last Another Year?
June 16, 2024
Have you checked out the price of new vehicles at Dexter car dealers? Ouch! Add financing and insurance and a new ride may not seem so attractive. A lot of Dexter, Missouri, folks are hoping to make their cars last a lot longer.Fortunately, with the current state of automotive engineering and ma... More
Commitment to Make Your vehicle Last at Charlie's Fast Lube Dexter
April 28, 2024
These days many people in the Dexter area are really committed to making their cars last a long time. First thing: you've got to start with what you've got. It'd be ideal if people started with a brand new car, never missed a scheduled service item, paid attention to the severe service maintenan... More
The Importance of Dexter Drivers Following Service Intervals
January 21, 2024
Today in our Charlie's Fast Lube Dexter blog, we're going to talk about following recommended service intervals. Your vehicle isn't the only aspect of your life in Dexter with recommended intervals: Let's start with twice yearly dental check-ups and regular physical exams. How about laundry, wat... More
The Maintenance Free Myth
December 17, 2023
Sometimes we hear people in Dexter 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 complexi... More
Trickle Down Technology
July 9, 2023
Recently, Nissan introduced the latest version of its Leaf, the company's electric car. It has many new features, including something called e-Pedal. It allows the driver to let up on the accelerator and, unlike a gasoline engine car, the Leaf doesn't just slowly lose speed; letting off the throt... More
Another Couple of Years: Making Your Vehicle Last With Help From Charlie's Fast Lube Dexter
April 2, 2023
A while back, the Cash for Clunkers program was all over the Missouri news. Dexter people could trade in their old vehicle for a new one that got better gas mileage and receive a government rebate. A lot of Dexter motorists had so-called clunkers that they wanted to keep. They're good commuters,... More
Technician Training at Charlie's Fast Lube Dexter
January 22, 2023
Your vehicle is important to you, and keeping it running properly is important to your lifestyle. That's why you're smart enough to have it serviced regularly at Charlie's Fast Lube Dexter in Dexter. And even though it may just be routine maintenance, you want it done right by automotive profess... More
The Easy Way to Save Cash in Dexter
October 9, 2022
The hottest Missouri news story may be different every day, but there's one topic that seems to come up over and over again the price of gas in Dexter. If you feel like most of your paycheck goes into your gas tank, this post is for you. Here are several basic things people in Dexter can do to ... More