MaintenanceRelax When the Wind Blows in Missouri: Winter Car Prep for Dexter DriversWhen autumn comes around in Dexter, leaves fall, nights get longer and there's a definite nip in the air. Time to unpack the boots and gloves and fold some extra blankets onto the beds. It's also time for Dexter drivers to winterize their vehicles.Here is some expert auto advice for Dexter driver... Read More Posted in Maintenance on September 12, 2021 Severe Service RequirementsA lot of Dexter drivers have asked whether or not they should use their severe service maintenance schedule, which is listed in their vehicle's owner's manual. It can be somewhat confusing, so we decided to consult an expert. Cricket Killingsworth is from QMI/Heartland, a manufacturer of autom... Read More Posted in Maintenance on July 25, 2021 The Engine Gets a Boost (Turbocharged Engine Maintenance)If someone told you that your vehicle could have the same power but with a smaller engine, wouldn't that sound like great idea? Just think, a smaller engine would save you money at the gas station and you'd still get the same horsepower.The technology to do just that has been around for a long t... Read More Posted in Maintenance on July 11, 2021 Regular Schedule or Severe Service Schedule at Charlie's Fast Lube Dexter?Today's Charlie's Fast Lube Dexter article focuses on severe service maintenance. Many Dexter drivers are not aware of them and yet there are also very vocal advocates in Missouri who think that severe service schedules apply to everyone. Somewhere between a complete lack of awareness and the di... Read More Posted in Maintenance on June 20, 2021 Economics of Maintenance for Dexter Auto OwnersBuying a new car in Dexter is always a big financial decision. The allure of that new car smell is powerful, to be sure. But what if your current car is still in good shape? How do you decide?People in Dexter who've been used to driving a new car every three to five years may be having second th... Read More Posted in Maintenance on January 17, 2021 Gas Savings in Dexter: Sharpen Your PencilHigh gas prices in Dexter increase the cost of living for Missouri drivers. You've probably budgeted a certain amount for vehicle related expenses. Increased fuel costs now consume a larger portion of our incomes, causing some Dexter vehicle owners to skimp in other areas like scheduled mainten... Read More Posted in Maintenance on November 22, 2020 Following Recommended Intervals for Your vehicleIf you're reading this article in Dexter, Missouri, 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 advisor at Charlie's Fast Lube Dexter tells you the manufacturer recommends some additional serv... Read More Posted in Maintenance on July 12, 2020 Budget for Maintenance in DexterSometimes busy Dexter residents dream about going back to the simpler days of our grandparents. But if you could travel back in time and take a road trip around Missouri in a Model T, you might change your mind. The improved designs and quality of today's automobiles have significantly reduced th... Read More Posted in Maintenance on May 10, 2020 New School: Automotive Charlie's Fast Lube Dexter Technician TrainingDexter consumers are demanding. We want a safe, reliable vehicle that handles well and is comfortable to ride in. Oh, and we want good fuel economy, too. We also want vehicle repairs that are cheap, fast and easy. Unfortunately, one usually comes at the cost of the other.Today's vehicles have mad... Read More Posted in Maintenance on March 15, 2020 Charlie's Fast Lube Dexter: Why Replace Your Engine Air Filter?Just as our bodies need clean air to function properly, your vehicle engine needs clean air to operate efficiently. Let's go egghead for a minute. For every gallon of gas we burn driving on Dexter streets, 20 pounds of carbon dioxide comes out the tailpipe. Question: how can a gallon of gas that... Read More Posted in Maintenance on March 08, 2020 |
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