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Whether you will drive around Traverse City or far from here this winter, we should discuss your tire choice. After all, we are tire experts at Fox Grand Traverse Lincoln.

Commonly, you will see all-season tires and winter tires on local vehicles. All-season tires handle a wide spectrum of road conditions sufficiently. They even displace slush, but these tires are insufficient for gaining traction on snow and ice. Even if your vehicle features all-wheel drive, you need the enhanced traction provided by winter tires. These tires help your AWD system grip slick surfaces...

If you hear a squeaking sound when you brake, you shouldn't wait until it's too late. Squeaky brakes are one sign that you need to get your vehicle into the mechanic so that they can change the brake pads and possible the rotors before you have even bigger problems. At Fox Grand Traverse Lincoln, we know how important brake maintenance is, and we would love to share with you our knowledge.

Vehicles will have recommendations on how many miles you can go before the first brake change. After that, you'll make a choice on what kind of…

Most people have heard about waxing a car, but not everyone actually does it. Washing your car gets rid of contaminants on the surface of your car, but without a coat of wax, those same types of contaminants will be on the body of your car after the first drive. Wax is key in protecting your vehicle from rust, and we at Fox Grand Traverse Lincoln are happy to tell you more about it.

Wax is mixed with a solvent to give it a little more pliability, but the solvent evaporates so that the wax can dry hard. 

Your car's battery can drain quickly. Factors like the weather and the battery's age lead to it losing power and not being able to start your car when you attempt to turn over your engine. To keep this important part ready to use, try these tips for charging a car battery today.

To charge your battery, you need to make sure that you have a battery charger on hand. These chargers are inexpensive and readily available to buy. Next, find the positive and negative terminals on the top of your battery. They should be clearly marked with a…

When it comes to matters regarding your car maintenance, motor oil is your utmost responsibility. Fat will allow various parts of the engine to interact with little friction smoothly, reduced wear and tear, lower temperatures, and meager chances of seizing.

However, when it comes to matters of oil usage and refilling, there are different types of myths and misconceptions that have always invaded the general knowledge. Sometimes back, they used to be correct, but they are no longer are. It is, therefore, time to set the records straights.

 

Taking pride in car ownership often translates into keeping the vehicle clean. And cleaning a car extends even to the engine. If you ever popped the hood and noticed a lot of grime, that's because dirt does get under the hood. And it will stay there unless someone cleans the engine and the various removable caps. So, let's look at an overview of cleaning a cooled engine in Traverse City.

Take off the various covers and caps and clean them. Add covers to electrical components as you don't want them to get wet. Spray on a degreaser…

Are you looking to pack for a big road trip? Then you will want to know how to use your vehicle's roof rack. At Fox Grand Traverse Lincoln, we always like to offer easy-to-follow tips on how to get the most from your vehicle. Here is how you can easily use your roof rack for cargo storage.

The first thing you will want to do is make sure that the items will fit on your roof. Specifically, make sure the items can fit within the roof rack itself. Next, pack your items in a weatherproof box or bag. After…

At Fox Grand Traverse Lincoln, we see a lot of vehicles brought into our service center during the spring months. These appointments aren't necessarily for repairs. A lot of people choose this time of year to have routine maintenance performed. This is a great idea. After a long winter, your vehicle could use some TLC. Here are some of our favorite spring car care tips.

• Have your oil changed according to what your owner's manual suggests.
• Your oil filter should be replaced during the oil change.
• A tire inspection will provide valuable information regarding whether or not you…

Adequate lighting is essential for safe night driving. Headlights are the first parts of your car to contact whatever you drive through. Road gunk, debris, bugs, and gravel will contribute to headlight cloudiness over time. Most people cannot tell how cloudy their headlights have become. The difference is incredible once a headlight restoration has been done.

Some people have discovered DIY methods for restoring headlight covers. Certain household cleaners and compounds can remove lens film. They can also fill microscopic lens scratches.

Although washing your car can enhance its overall appearance, there are a few more reasons why you want to keep it washed on a regular basis. Removing all of the dirt and debris from your vehicle, especially if there is a lot of salt and sand after driving in Traverse City during the winter months, can keep the paint on your car from getting scratched.

If your vehicle looks its best, then it can make you feel better as a driver. You won't be driving or riding in a vehicle that has dirt on the sides or that has…