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What Extreme Heat Can Do to Your Car This Summer

What Extreme Heat Can Do to Your Car This Summer

Extreme heat is one of the most damaging forces your vehicle faces. High temperatures accelerate wear on batteries, tires, transmission fluid, cooling systems, and engine fluids—often without obvious warning signs. Knowing what to watch for, and acting before a breakdown occurs, can save you hundreds of dollars in repairs. With a record-breaking heat dome currently […]

Getting Your Car Ready for Winter

Ken's automotive and transmissions winterizing your car

Did you know that you can avoid no-starts, frozen doors and windows, engine freeze-ups, and accidents just by taking appropriate steps to prepare your car for winter? Preparing your vehicle for harsh winter conditions is not only part of being a responsible driver, but it’s also part of being a safe driver. Follow these tips […]

Why to Take the Check Engine Light Seriously

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Whenever the check engine light comes on, drivers have come to expect an expensive repair. Since they expect an expensive repair, they tend to ignore the light until they can’t ignore it anymore. Even if your vehicle is driving like normal, you still shouldn’t ignore your check engine light. Here’s why: Possibly a Minor Issue […]

April is Car Care Month

Celebrate Car Care Month with Ken’s Automotive & Transmissions

Did you know that April is National Car Care Month? Why is it celebrated in April? It’s because April is the first full month of spring, and springtime is when people start using their cars more and going on road trips. Here’s how you can celebrate Car Care Month before you head out on your […]