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…
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…
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?…
We take care of our vehicles by keeping them clean and by providing the regular maintenance they need. As much as we do, however, we typically neglect one area that needs regular cleaning, but doesn’t get it. I’m talking about the underside of your car. When new, the underside of your…
Your shock absorbers (or struts on most vehicles today) have a primary function: To help you maintain control of your vehicle. And even though you think of them as the reason your vehicle rides so nicely over bumps, it’s actually working hard to keep the suspension and steering controllable…