Lake Forest Park Subaru Repair

Not changing your motor oil? That's a non-starter. Motor oil needs to be changed at regular intervals, no matter how old or new your car. It's a vital part of keeping your car's engine running properly and you away from the shop. But, what kind of motor oil does your Subaru need? Can you go for the cheap stuff to cut costs or should you invest in a nicer product? Here, we'll discuss why quality motor oil is so important (even if it costs more) and why you should stick to a regular maintenance plan for your Subaru! Why is Quality Motor Oil So Important? Quality motor oil-and we can't stress this enough-is so important. When you're considering a type of oil to purchase, you'll want to make sure the oil meets the American Petroleum Institute service standards. You can identify this requirement by searching for a little seal of approval by the API. The highest API rating for motor oil currently is SM-but different cars require different types of motor oil, so make ... read more

No, it's not a myth. It's not a fable your mother told you at sixteen to keep you from speeding. Cars of certain make and color definitely get pulled over by the police more often. Here's why. What Do Police Look for On the Road? When looking to give out tickets, police are obviously keeping an eye out for drivers that are breaking the rules of the road-i.e. speeding, texting and driving, or driving under the influence. Still, certain colors can catch the eye of an officer and some makes can lend officers to believe you might speed. Why is that? Let's break it down by color and make. What Car Colors Get Pulled Over Most Often? Everyone says that red cars should be avoided because they're flashy. You've likely heard paranoia about high insurance rates on red vehicles, no? While it might appear that red cars would be easier to pick out in traffic, they are not the car that gets pulled over the most. According to Snopes fact checker ... read more

Does Color Matter? This Car Color That Gets Dirty the Fastest Have you begun to notice a cloud of greenish-yellow dust settling everywhere? Settling along rooftops, the ground, and on your car, pollen is out to get you all season long. And, besides causing your allergies to overreact and being a general annoyance, pollen also keeps you unmotivated to clean your car from April to June. At best, you might ride through an auto-wash once a month or so-but you know deep down that this effort is futile. Tomorrow, your car will be covered with pollen once again. So, is there any way to keep a Subaru's exterior looking clean in spring? Well, it really comes down to car color. Here, we'll discuss the car colors that show the most dirt and the colors to consider if you're looking to cut back on spring car washes! Why Does Car Color Matter for Cleanliness? When buying a new or used car, you might select a color based on personal preference. Maybe you've ... read more

Do you have a vehicle just sitting in your garage that you don't use often? Is it just the older "family vacation" car you only drive on road trips? Maybe its a truck just used for hauling large items, but not for everyday driving. Whatever the case, you're probably wondering how to maintain a vehicle you only use once in a while or store part of the year. Let us help-here are a few tips for keeping seldom-used vehicles in running condition. Before Storing Your Vehicle, You Will Need To...Clean It Before you store your vehicle, you'll want to give it a nice wash. Make sure you get hard-to-remove dirt and debris, like sap, off of the car's paint as it could cause damage if left for too long. Plus, a nice clean car will be available when you're ready to ride again. Fill It Up To avoid extra moisture seeping into the gas tank of your seldom-used vehicle, you'll want to fill up the tank before putting it in storage. This will als ... read more

Are you a germaphobe? Have a germaphobe ride in your car quite often? You're going to find yourself cleaning all the time. Cars are breeding grounds for all sorts of microorganisms. Beyond vacuuming the floorboards and cleaning our your trash, you might be wondering how to best clean your car to make it perfect for the germaphobe in your life. Here's an easy how-to guide for how to clean germs from your car. What Kinds of Germs Breed In Your Car? Germs of all kinds live on the steering wheel, keys, seats, and console. Whatever you touch when you drive or ride in your car is likely a place with germs present. But, what kind of germs should you be worried about? Cold & Flu Viruses Cold and flu viruses are the worst for living in your vehicle. Typically, cold and flu germs can survive on hard surfaces for 24 hours-so always keep your vehicle clean when you have a sniffle to avoid passing it along! Stomach Bugs Stomach viruses ... read more