Too Hot to Handle (Vehicle Overheating)
June 25, 2023
In the hot weather, seeing steam coming from the engine compartment is something we all dread. No one wants that to happen to them. But if you know the signs of overheating and how to deal with it, you may be able to reduce the risk of damage to your vehicle, maybe even prevent getting stranded ... More
Move it or Lose It (Dormant Vehicles)
June 18, 2023
When it comes to your vehicle, driving it too much can cause some issues. But what about not driving a vehicle enough? That has consequences as well. Here are a few things that can happen if a vehicle isn't driven enough. When the engine doesn't operate, the oil isn't lubricating. That means so... More
Should Grove Soccer Moms Follow the Severe Service Schedule?
June 11, 2023
So you take your vehicle in for maintenance and the pro at Star Lube of Grove tells you that you ought to change your oil more often. What? You followed the maintenance schedule but you take a second look at that severe service schedule and see some of the following: 1. Most of your trips around... More
Maintaining Your Diesel in Grove
June 4, 2023
Diesel engines have been used extensively in Europe and Asia for many years. They haven't been as common in the Grove area because of the high sulfur content in our diesel fuel. But the government is now mandating lower sulfur content and, as a result, we are going to see more Grove diesel-fuele... More