Franchise dealerships have been accused of having generally higher prices for auto repair than their independent counterparts, but the increased costs is often justified because of conveniences, amenities, and also assurances not typically afforded by independent shops. Plus, there are plenty of independent shops known for performing work on vehicles that was not necessary, something […]
In a day of skyrocketing gasoline prices, Ford owners are doing everything that they can in order to try to improve their gas mileage. From modifying your driving speed to limiting travel, many of the things you do to improve gas mileage are just simply inconvenient, at best. Fortunately, there is one relatively simple and […]
Your Omaha Ford dealership knows that maintenance on your is one of your main concerns. No matter what kind of vehicle you drive, from time to time you’re going to have a headlight burn out. You can have your mechanic replace your headlight, or you can save a few dollars and replace the headlight yourself. […]
In a perfect world, nothing would ever go wrong while you’re out driving your new Ford. Unfortunately, this isn’t a perfect world and there’s only so much control you have over your environment. Bad weather, other drivers and garden variety accidents all have an impact on your life on the road, and you need to […]
How can you avoid common repair scams? One thing you can do is to ask to look at the repairs for your Audi, Porsche, or VW. Ask the shop to show you what part of the car was worked on, and where the new part is located, if there is one. Another good practice is […]
You don’t necessarily need to take your Ford down to your Omaha Ford dealer every month to have it looked at. The fact of the matter is that Ford cars and trucks are very reliable, especially when you take care of them and make sure you’re up to date on your maintenance. Still, a regular […]
While it’s not likely that you’ll leave the house in a snowstorm without a coat, gloves, and a hat, many people don’t take the time they need in order to prepare their Ford for winter. Fortunately, there are just a few simple things you can do this fall to help you get your Ford vehicle […]
When you take your Ford car or truck to an Omaha area Ford dealer or other mechanic to get the oil changed, it’s likely that the service center or mechanic may recommend other services at that time. Two of the most common add-ons are a coolant flush and shock and strut repair. Knowing a little […]
At one time or another, nearly every car owner experiences a car that won’t start. In some cases, it means a car has reached the end of its life cycle, and that the engine may have seized up. In other cases, it might just mean you left your headlights on by accident. Even well-built Ford […]
Everybody always talks about checking and changing the oil in their cars, but most drivers forget about their transmission fluid. Transmission fluid in your Porsche, Audi, or VW is as important as the oil and it’s almost as easy to check.
The first thing to remember about checking your transmission fluid is that your car should […]
