by ManagerBeetlesmith | Aug 26, 2021 | Engine Performance, Fluid levels
How low should you let your gas get? We all know that no gas in the tank means your car isn’t going anywhere. We also are all mostly aware of the fact that driving around with your fuel light on isn’t great for your car (or your stress levels). So how low should you... 
by ManagerBeetlesmith | Aug 10, 2021 | Safe Driving
We all like to think that we’re safe drivers with no bad driving habits. We follow speed limits, brake for pedestrians, and don’t drive under the influence. But how safe are you really being on the road? Though we hate to admit it, most of us have some bad driving... 
by ManagerBeetlesmith | Jul 27, 2021 | Maintenance
Just because you’re not a mechanic doesn’t mean you need to be totally in the dark when it comes to decoding what your dashboard lights mean. Typically, your car’s dashboard lights will illuminate the first few moments after you start your ignition. Don’t worry! If... 
by ManagerBeetlesmith | Jul 6, 2021 | Engine Performance, Maintenance
If you’re living in Renton, taking your car in for routine maintenance can seem like a hassle and can quickly get pushed to the bottom of your “to-do” list. After all, if there’s nothing obviously wrong with it, why get it fixed? While this is a nice sentiment,... 
by ManagerBeetlesmith | Jun 16, 2021 | Uncategorized
Summer’s just around the corner, and with the weather getting warmer and the kids out from school it’s the perfect time to plan that summer road trip with the family! Are you thinking about a trip to the ocean maybe? Or possibly camping in the Cascades? Whatever your... 
by ManagerBeetlesmith | Jun 16, 2021 | Collision
Our windshields put up with a lot for us. From high speed air to rocks and other projectiles, windshields are lifesavers. At one point or another it’s quite possible you may sustain a damaged or cracked windshield. When this happens you may ask yourself whether... 
by ManagerBeetlesmith | May 12, 2021 | Alignment, Suspension
Out of all the things that can go wrong in your car, having improper alignment can be one of the most dangerous. If your car is improperly aligned you have limited control over your vehicle. This can be detrimental to you and the drivers around you. That’s why... 
by ManagerBeetlesmith | May 1, 2021 | Uncategorized
You may not know it, but your car battery does not create electricity. It only stores energy. In fact, the only things your battery is responsible for is starting the car and powering electrical accessories when the engine isn’t running. The alternator is the... 
by ManagerBeetlesmith | Apr 7, 2021 | Air Conditioning, air filter, Engine Performance
Here’s a possibly familiar scenario: You take your car into Beetlesmith’s Valley Auto Service for routine maintenance and are told that your air filter needs to be replaced. To save a few bucks, it may be tempting to opt not to replace it right away. But... 
by ManagerBeetlesmith | Mar 31, 2021 | Brakes, Fluid levels, Spring Tune-Up
Spring is here and in full swing. The weather is slowly turning and flowers are blooming after a long grey winter. If you’re among those of us who deep-clean this time each year, you may be wonder what you can do for your car. Just like your home, your car could... 
