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Welcome to the Auto Care Plus blog page, your go-to source for all things automotive! Here, we cover a wide range of seasonal topics to keep you informed and educated about your vehicle’s maintenance needs throughout the year. Whether you’re gearing up for winter driving or preparing for summer road trips, our blog is here to provide you with valuable insights and tips to keep your vehicle in top condition.

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Why are my Windows Fogging Up?

Why are my windows fogging up? In cold weather, you may notice your windows fogging up. Then you can’t see where you’re going, and suddenly you and those around you ...

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Your Car Doesn’t Know that it Needs Snow Tires… but WE DO!

Winter/Snow Tires vs. All Season Tires…what you need to know. Every year I get asked if it is worth the investment to buy dedicated snow tires. Well, how do you ...

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Keep from Getting Stranded with these Battery Saving Tips!

Batteries today are a big part of our everyday life. Think of how many batteries you have to keep charged. Of course, our purpose here is to talk about your ...

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5 Reasons to Keep Your Car Well-Maintained

Thanks for visiting the Auto Care Plus auto care blog. Today’s post lists 5 important reasons you should follow recommended maintenance schedules. Be Safe and Get where you are Going ...

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How does A/C affect my Heating System?

When you hit this button: Most people are not aware that their car’s defroster is tied into the air conditioning system. While that means it can get quite warm and ...

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Get Your Vehicle Ready for Holiday Travel!

It’s bad enough when you have car trouble in your local neighborhood – or even in your own driveway. However, nothing could put a damper on those travel plans like ...

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Winter is Coming! Is Your Car’s Heating System Ready?

It’s that time of year again as we say goodbye to summer and wake up to some crisp fall mornings. Lots of people wait until winter before they realize their ...

Is Your Vehicle Ready to go Back to School? The Maintenance Free Myth

Quality surveys report fewer problems with new cars than ever before. So, does that mean that modern vehicles have become maintenance free? Back when cars spent more time in the ...

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Protecting Your Car from Summer Heat

In this week’s Auto Care Corner, John offers tips for car owners to protect their car from the summer heat. It doesn’t matter if you’re traveling to work or vacation, ...

That Old Car Smell

In this segment on the Girard at Large radio program, John talked about the smell that can sometimes emit from the car’s air conditioner. Listen to the segment: