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Mileage Headed Downhill? (What Causes Bad Fuel Economy?)

Name someone you know who enjoys spending a lot of money on gasoline.  Yeah, me neither. That’s because it costs quite a bit to keep fueling your vehicle.   One way to save money on ga...
Published on: Dec 14, 2025

Steering You Right (Power Steering Signs of Problems)

Nearly every modern vehicle on the road today has power steering, a wonderful invention that makes steering take far less effort than it did in the "good old days."  Today, we take our steering f...
Published on: Mar 30, 2025

Give it the Boot (Ball Joint Boot Replacement) Has Video

Your vehicle may be wearing boots right now and you might not even know it.  They're called ball joint boots.  They're actually protective, flexible things that protect parts of your suspens...
Published on: Aug 04, 2024

Does My Choice in Oil Affect Change Intervals? Has Video

Oil changes are probably the most recognized service on a vehicle. Almost all TULSA residents know about them. But do we know enough?Several decades ago, oil changes were fairly standard: every thre...
Published on: Jun 23, 2024

A Bumpy Ride (Strut Assembly Replacement)

If you’ve noticed your vehicle’s ride has lately been bumpy or you’re hearing strange noises when you drive over bumps, you may need new struts.   The strut assembly is par...
Published on: Jun 16, 2024

Following Recommended Intervals for Your vehicle Has Video

If you're reading this article in TULSA, OK, then you probably care about your vehicle and how it runs. Even though you care, there is still that moment of dread when your professional service ...
Published on: Jun 02, 2024

Winter Watch List (Winter Maintenance Items) Has Video

Don't love winter weather? Here's a list of four things you need to keep a watch on during the winter months. Let's start with coolant levels.  Coolant is as important in cold weather as it is i...
Published on: May 26, 2024

Ready, Set, COLD! (Getting Vehicle Ready for Winter) Has Video

When the temperatures plunge, your vehicle better be ready because it faces a whole new set of challenges.  Rubber stiffens, glass fogs, fluids freeze.  Just thinking about it can get your h...
Published on: Jan 21, 2024