Although winter allows for a wide variety of fun outdoor activities, it can also pose challenges for many drivers between freezing cold temperatures, slippery roads and icy conditions. One method many public works departments use to melt ice and make roads safer is by placing rock salt on them. Are you wondering whether rock salt might damage your vehicle’s exterior paint job? Continue reading below to learn more!

How to Make Your Tires Last Longer

Buying new tires for your vehicle is not a cheap affair. Often times, ordering new tires and having them installed on your vehicle costs hundreds of dollars, which is why many drivers want to make their tires last as long as possible. When buying new tires, shoppers may see the estimated tire life, but without preventative maintenance and services, tires often do not make it as long as the brand suggests. Are you wondering how to keep your tires in good shape for as long as possible? Continue reading below to learn how to make your tires last longer!

Video: How to Change Oil & Oil Filter

The oil and oil filter play a vital role in the performance of any vehicle. The oil helps keep the engine lubricated and cool, and without it, the engine may overheat and eventually stall. That’s why it is important to stay up to date on the manufacturer’s recommended service intervals in your vehicle’s owner’s manual. Are you wondering how to change the oil and filter of your vehicle? Watch the video below or schedule a service appointment at Carville’s Auto Mart today!

Video: 6 Ways to Prepare Vehicle For Winter

The season of winter tends to be the most harsh for vehicles. With freezing temperatures, corrosive rock salt, slick and snowy road conditions and some drivers’ inability to wash the exterior of their car can prove to be difficult for any vehicle. That’s why it is important to take steps to protect your vehicle and prepare it for the winter months. Check out the video below to learn 6 ways to prepare your vehicle for winter.

While shopping for new tires, drivers have a number of options to choose from. Two that stand out for winter drivers include winter tires and all-season tires. Are you interested in learning how the two types of tires compare? Check out the view explaining the difference between winter and all-season tires below!

Now that winter has arrived, there is no denying that some drivers are feeling uncomfortable while taking on slick and snowy road conditions. Are you interested in learning some tips for driving in the winter? Check out the video below to learn some essential winter driving tips from the folks at Consumer Reports and learn how to stay in control while driving during Colorado winters.

Can you remember the last time you were driving and hit a speed bump too quickly, ran into a curb or even bumped into the concrete slab at the end of a parking spot? Each time something like this happens, it can move your vehicle’s alignment out of place. When wheels are misaligned, the vehicle might favor one side over the other while trying to drive straight down the road and result in irregular tread wear on tires. Let’s dive into a few benefits of having wheel aligned below!