There’s a common misconception that when you take your car to an auto shop, they can simply run a diagnostics test and know how to fix your vehicle. So when customers receive their bill and see a charge for the diagnostics, they are surprised and often question it. The truth is there is a lot more to a diagnostics test than simply plugging in a device and knowing exactly how to fix a vehicle. We’ve dug into this a little deeper and provided comparative examples to make it easier to understand.

Most people have seen the check engine light in their vehicle come on. Some people react by immediately halting their driving and taking it to an auto shop urgently. Others will drive with the light on for hundreds of miles before getting it checked. There are thousands of reasons why the check engine light could come on, but we’ve discussed the top five reasons we see at our shop.

Finish off this summer with some family fun this August. Sussex County this summer has been filled with kid-friendly activities and this trend continues. For many people in Sussex County and the tri-state area, the season's biggest event and maybe the year is finally here. The New Jersey State Fair Sussex County Farm & Horse Show starts the first weekend of August and ends Sunday, Aug 13, 2022. While the fair only last a week the Sussex County Libraries have families covered with a whole month of activities. Wrap up your summer in style in our beautiful Sussex County.

Whether you’re a new parent, an experienced parent, or even a grandparent, learning about car seat safety is essential. With so many different product lines and types of car seats, it can be an overwhelming process to shop for one. Then when you finally choose the one that fits your budget and lifestyle, you have to learn how to use it. That’s where things can get a little challenging. Here are some things you need to know about car seat safety and how to ensure you’re following the laws.

Our first two blogs in our series covered the total cost of ownership and how to calculate cost-per-mile. The examples in those blogs should have given you different ways to think about your fleet and how you can save a lot of money. No matter where you’re at in your business, it’s never too late or early to get started managing your fleet costs a little better. Here’s what you need to know.

Every parent knows there are many different factors to consider when buying a car seat for their child. They even need to know how to install it properly. While all of these things are of great importance, we want to discuss other safety tips to consider. These are tips you might not have thought of before but could help you or others out tremendously in case of an emergency. Here are some things to think about.

Calculating your cost-per-mile on your fleet is much different than calculating miles-per-gallon of gas. The cost-per-mile is simple to figure out, but many business owners don’t take it seriously enough and could be wasting a lot of money throughout the years. You can make the calculations as simple or as detailed as you want. The more detailed you get, the better the information you’ll have and the more informed decisions you can make. Here’s what you need to know about calculating cost-per-mile for your fleet.

As Baby Boomers start getting older, getting them into vehicles is a little more challenging than it has been in the past. If you have an elderly loved one, pay attention to how easily they get in and out of their vehicle. The last thing you want to happen is for them to struggle and accidentally fall or injure themselves somehow. The good news is there are a number of devices that can help elderly people or those who have mobility challenges. Here are some of those devices you can consider investing in for safety.

Looking back on 2020, one of the facts about the pandemic we are weathering that blows us away here at DeBoer’s Auto is the fact that pet ownership has increased 56%. That means there are a lot of happy doggies, kitties, and other animals out there who recently came to their forever homes.

Whether you are a long-time pet owner, or one of the more recent newbies to the scene, we have some great tips on how to keep your pet safe and happy while traveling.