by ManagerBeetlesmith | Nov 29, 2021 | Safe Driving, Tips
We’re over halfway through the fall season, with winter right around the corner. As the weather continues to get colder, you can expect to start dealing with foggy and frosted windshields on a daily basis, especially if you commute to work by car. Defogging and... 
by ManagerBeetlesmith | Nov 16, 2021 | Safe Driving, Tips
Even here in the South Sound it can get snowy when those temperatures start to dip. And with big dips in temperature and a wet winter ahead it’s important to make sure you’re not caught out in the snow (figuratively, or literally). One question that comes up a lot... 
by ManagerBeetlesmith | Oct 28, 2021 | Tips
This year Halloween falls on a weekend. That means there are likely to be lots of people out, both on the sidewalk and on the roads. If you’re with family in you neighborhood or driving on the road, it’s important to take steps to ensure everyone’s safety this... 
by ManagerBeetlesmith | Oct 15, 2021 | Tips
It’s time to prepare your vehicle for winter, here are just a few things you can do now to save yourself costly repairs later. Winter means shorter days, reduced visibility, increased foggy conditions, rain, and sometimes snow. Winter driving can be dangerous. Taking... 
by ManagerBeetlesmith | Sep 25, 2021 | Brakes
August was National Brake Safety month, and while we’re a little late, it’s always a good time to make sure your brakes are operation and can get you where you need to go. With back-to-school and the colder season gearing up, having functional brakes is crucial to... 
by ManagerBeetlesmith | Sep 15, 2021 | Tips
Explosions and massive car fires in movies and TV can make car fires seem like a common occurrence. And while they’re not super common, car fires still claim more than 300 lives every year. Car fires can happen suddenly and without warning. Still, there are some signs... 
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,... 
