Can Car Scent Keep You Safe on Illinois Roads?

January 30, 2022

Here's a travel tip that'll I'll bet you didn't know, and it might keep you safer...The average American commuter in Illinois spends two and a half hours daily in their vehicle.The government says 100,000 auto accidents yearly are caused by drivers who fall asleep at the wheel. (Aggressive drivin... More

Bloomington Car Owners Ask: Why Do I Need to Change My Serpentine Belt?

January 23, 2022

Any Bloomington driver who understands preventive maintenance knows that if it ain't broke, don't fix it is bad auto advice. Replacing a part before it breaks is much less costly for Bloomington residents than repairing the engine damage that comes after a part breaks or fails. A good example of ... More

Beginning to See the Light (Check Engine Light Diagnostics)

January 16, 2022

It's a light many drivers fear they'll see turn on at the most inopportune time. It's the one on the dash that says "Check Engine," "Service Engine Soon," or it may be simply an engine-shaped light. Your first instinct may be to pull off to the side of the road and turn off the engine. The truth... More

Something to Latch On To (Hood Latch Safety)

January 9, 2022

The other day, a driver was trying to open his vehicle's hood so he could add some windshield washer fluid. But when he pulled the hood release inside the car, nothing happened. Usually, opening any hood is a 2-step process. You pull the hood release (which is usually a handle under the dashbo... More

Used Cars: Tuffy Bloomington Advice on What to Do After You Buy

January 2, 2022

Used vehicles are certainly an economical choice for budget-conscious Bloomington drivers. But how can we know we're getting a good used vehicle and not just inheriting someone else's problems?There are good used vehicles for sale in the Bloomington area. Vehicles are sold when families upsize, w... More

'Tis the Season (Tires)

January 1, 2022

We all know about winter tires. But did you know there is such a thing as summer tires? Most people have all-season tires on their vehicles. They work pretty well in a variety of weather conditions. But if you want better handling and performance, you might consider switching to summer tires. ... More