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Yearly Archives: 2020

Love Your Motor Monday

Love Your Motor Monday

When was the last time you checked your oil? If you had to think about it, it’s probably time! Most people who get regular oil services don’t check their oil level. I’m here to tell you that all vehicles use oil differently and some models like Subaru may run dangerously low on oil between changes. Know that many vehicles burn oil on a regular basis and depending on how much you drive, where you drive, and how long in between oil services you go, you may need to check your oil to avoid damaging your engine. If you drive a European Import like BMW, Audi, Mercedes or Volkswagen you need to be especially aware that you and your service provider are using the correct “specialty” oil. Your engine runs off the oil we put into it, the same way our bodies use water to hydrate us. So what happens to our body when we get dehydrated? We get sluggish, worn down and don’t function efficiently. The same thing happens with o ... read more