Gas prices are up, everywhere! To save money on fuel without having to impact your present lifestyle, try these tips… NO jackrabbit starts! Your vehicle uses the most fuel when accelerating. If you accelerate slowly, you can minimize the surge of fuel to meet the demands of getting rolling. In fact,…
A pre-trip vehicle check can determine how road-ready your vehicle is so you can take steps to have any problems fixed before heading out for vacation. Before you hit the road, Rick's Automotive Inc. recommends a vehicle check to help avoid the inconvenience, potential safety hazards and unplanned…
Follow this check-list for safe driving! Check lights and wipers for visibility. With shorter days and inclement weather ahead, make sure lights and wipers function properly so that you can see and be seen. Check the exterior and interior lights and replace any that are dimming, rapidly blinking or…
When you need to stop your vehicle quickly, you need to be able to count on your brakes. While your brakes may not be the most fun part of your vehicle to work on, they are definitely one of the most crucial. When you pay attention to the warning signs that you need brake service…
Out of everything in your car, what would you say is the most important? Maybe it’s having a fresh oil change from Rick's Automotive Inc., maybe it’s having a full tank before you hit the road – but one thing that’s generally overlooked until it’s too late, your brakes. Without them, where would we be?…