AAA - Cautions in Extreme Heat
December 29, 2019
{?video;480;360;http://www.youtube.com/embed/0t63k66IjSk;http://www.protech-automotive.com/Car-Care-Tips/content/images/AAA_ExtremeHeat.jpg;/video?} With temperatures soaring to record highs around the country, AAA cautions motorists not to underestimate the ways in which extreme heat can wreak ... More
Automotive Tips from Charlie's Fast Lube Sikeston: Making Your A/C System Last Longer
December 22, 2019
Sikeston drivers know that if their air conditioning system isnt making cool air like it used to, there is a problem. It may be as simple as adding more of the right kind of refrigerant.Your A/C requires special compressor oil, which circulates through the system along with the refrigerant, to lu... More
Sikeston Safety Systems: Tire Pressure Monitoring System
December 15, 2019
Flats, blow outs, skids and longer stopping distances can all be the result of driving around Sikeston on underinflated tires. Admittedly, it's hard to tell when a radial tire is underinflated. If your vehicle manufacturer recommends 35 pounds of pressure, your vehicle tires are considered signi... More
Wasteful Thinking
December 8, 2019
With the weather getting colder, you might be tempted to start your vehicle up, let it idle for 15 or 20 minutes and then get in the nice, cozy cabin. Some vehicles offer remote starting that let you do that from the comfort of your home or apartment. But is letting your vehicle idle like that ... More
Ask Charlie's Fast Lube Sikeston About the Importance of Service Intervals
December 1, 2019
Today in our Charlie's Fast Lube Sikeston blog, we're going to talk about following recommended service intervals. Your vehicle isn't the only aspect of your life with recommended intervals: What about six-month dental cleanings and regular physical exams? Then there's laundry, mowing the lawn, ... More