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The Car Doctors of the Antelope Valley: Good Service and Good Fuel EconomyMost Lancaster auto owners want to save on gas and seek our advice on improving economy. At The Car Doctors of the Antelope Valley, we are frequently asked, however, if it is really worth the extra effort. Just how much money can Lancaster drivers actually save?
DOLLARS PER GALLON $3.00 / $3.50 / $4.00 TUNE UP 4%.12.14.16 The next item is replacing a clogged engine air filter. Your engine needs enough air to burn fuel efficiently for the best mileage. A clean air filter means you get plenty of air. The fact that the air's clean protects your engine. That can save you up to 10 percent or 35 cents a gallon.
DOLLARS PER GALLON$3.00 / $3.50 / $4.00 AIR FILTER 10%.30.35.40 Fixing a faulty oxygen sensor can improve economy by up to 40 percent. That's a whopping $1.40 in savings per gallon. Bring your car to The Car Doctors of the Antelope Valley in Lancaster and we'll check your oxygen sensor.
DOLLARS PER GALLON$3.00 / $3.50 / $4.00 FAULTY O2 SENSOR 40%1.201.401.60
Here's an easy one for Lancaster auto owners. Inflate your tires to the recommended pressure. That could save you three percent or 11 cents a gallon. Even a little drop in pressure will bring down your economy, so check your tires every week.
DOLLARS PER GALLON$3.00 / $3.50 / $4.00 TIRE INFLATION 3%.09.11.12 Your vehicle has recommended a specific weight of motor oil. The recommendation is based on engine design and will give you the best protection. Using a heavier weight could cost one to two percent in reduced economy, or up to seven cents a gallon. Another thing Lancaster vehicle owners can do to improve that costs nothing is to toss the junk out of our trunks. In other words, clean out the car and stop hauling around non-essentials. Don't treat your vehicle like a storage locker. Dumping 100 pounds of extra weight adds up to a 2% savings at the pump. The Car Doctors of the Antelope Valley
Lancaster Alignment ServiceYour car might have an alignment problem if: it drifts or pulls to one side, your steering wheel is off center, you have uneven tire wear or your car doesn't feel like it handles right. When all of a vehicle's wheels are lined up exactly with each other, your wheels are in alignment. Running into potholes around Lancaster and smacking a curb or other object are great ways to knock your car out of alignment. Then, one or more of your wheels starts pulling in a slightly different direction and the problems begin. Like most things, your manufacturer has suggested a mileage interval for having your alignment checked. But if you run into a curb, pothole or something else that's given you a big jolt, pay attention to whether your vehicle is pulling to one side when you drive. It's better to have your alignment checked before waiting to see if there is uneven tire tread wear - by then, the damage is done. The Car Doctors of the Antelope Valley Are Modern Vehicles Maintenance Free?In our auto video today we'll be talking with Alan Peterson about myths surrounding automotive maintenance. You can lump these myths into the statement that "modern vehicles are so reliable, they are virtually maintenance free."
-Chalk one up for the myth.
-A point to maintenance.
-Myth gets a point.
-Point for maintenance. The Car Doctors of the Antelope Valley
Tracking True in California: Wheel Alignment in LancasterThe biggest issue for Lancaster area drivers is always safety. When your vehicle wheels are out of alignment, the vehicle will pull to one side, which could lead to an accident. When you're vehicle is out of alignment, you should have it taken care of right away at The Car Doctors of the Antelope Valley in Lancaster. When undergoing an alignment service at The Car Doctors of the Antelope Valley, your vehicle is put on an alignment rack where the tires, steering and suspension parts are checked for damage. Then the alignment is charted and checked against the factory settings. Obviously, a big jolt can seriously knock things out of alignment, but Lancaster area drivers also need to understand that a series of smaller ones can add up. That's why we recommend periodic alignment checks. If your vehicle owner's manual doesn't specify the interval, once a year might be appropriate. Or check with a service advisor at The Car Doctors of the Antelope Valley in Lancaster. The Car Doctors of the Antelope Valley
Custom Wheels and Tires for Your Lancaster Ride
It seems like everywhere you go in the Lancaster area you see custom wheels. Big trucks, little cars, mini-vans - it doesn't matter - are expressing themselves with custom wheels. Some California auto owners want smaller tires and wheels - some want larger - and some want them enormous. So where do you start if you want new wheels? At The Car Doctors of the Antelope Valley, we suggest you start with your budget. We know, that sounds so practical. But if the look you're after goes beyond just new tires and wheels and enters into the world of suspension modifications, you need to be prepared for the additional cost. So, what about Lancaster drivers who want to upsize? Well, if you want bigger wheels, but you want to keep the same overall tire diameter, that's pretty easy for the team at The Car Doctors of the Antelope Valley. The same offset concerns apply. You need to know that the tires will likely be a little bit wider than the originals and you don't want them to rub when you make sharp turns. Your tire professional at The Car Doctors of the Antelope Valley in Lancaster will help you avoid this. The Car Doctors of the Antelope Valley |
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