At DeBoer’s Auto, we see a lot of different problems with vehicles when people bring them to our shop. Sometimes you might have problems with your exhaust system and not even know it. We’ve explained five of the most common issues we see with exhaust systems so you know what to look for with your vehicle.

When it comes to your vehicle’s headlights, there are a few problems that could occur that impact the brightness of the bulb. And when the bulb brightness isn’t what it should be, your visibility could be lower and lead to a dangerous driving situation. The good news is most of the time the problem with low visibility due to bulb brightness can be fixed easily. Sometimes you might even be able to fix the problem at home by yourself. We’ve discussed some of the common problems you might experience with your headlights and how they can be solved.

Charlotte Bridgwood could see the future clearly before anyone else. This mother of three went from vaudeville actress to inventor, changing the world forever. Her family, like many people in Ireland, left due to the Great Famine. Charlotte’s family emigrated to Canada where she would be born and create a life. She married George Bridgwood, an English carriage builder. Together they had three children, their most well-known being Florence Lawrence who acted in her mother’s company. When her husband died of accidental coal gas in 1898 Charlotte moved her family to Buffalo, New York to live with her mother. 

Women like Dorothee Pullinger had to pave a way for themselves and other women aspiring to be in the automotive industry. In a male-dominated industry in a time when women couldn't vote in most major countries, Pullinger made a name for herself. Pullinger, born in France, moved to England at eight years old with her eleven younger siblings. Pullinger being the daughter of engineer Thomas Charles Pullinger wanted to follow in her father’s footsteps. After an unenthusiastic year at secretarial college, Pullinger was able to secure a position as a Draftsperson with Arrol-Johnston. 

Start-stop technology is common in many new vehicles today. If you recently bought a new vehicle and weren’t aware it has start-stop technology, you might have been surprised when the car turned off when you stopped at a red light. It can seem like the vehicle stalls out, but it’s just the technology kicking in. Whether your vehicle has start-stop technology or if you’re thinking about buying one that has it, here are a few things you need to know about it.

Most new cars nowadays have something called ADAS, which stands for Advanced Driver Assistance System. This system is designed to help you drive safer and be more aware of your surroundings on the road. If you purchased a new vehicle in the last few years, you might notice various lights, chimes, and noises in your vehicle when you’re driving. This is part of ADAS and here are some of the main points you should know about it.

DeBoer’s Auto is proud to be celebrating 40 years in business this year. And what we are most proud of is the processes we have in place to ensure every customer is taken care of properly. We have a simple four-step process to help us achieve this and we have refined it over the years to stay up with the times and give our customers what they need to drive safely and worry-free on the road. It’s the best process out there and we’ve explained the steps to you below.

The calendar has flipped to March, spring is on its way and if you are like most of us, you are probably suffering from a little cabin fever. Never fear, spring is right around the corner. With that, you might be dreaming about time outdoors or even venturing out for a road trip. Lucky for you, for the months of March and April General Tire is offering a rebate promotion on qualifying sets of tires purchased.

Windshields are obviously one of the most important pieces of glass on your vehicle. Visibility is critical when you’re driving and any time you can’t see clearly, you’re putting yourself and others at risk of getting seriously injured. Accidents can happen any time when a rock or other debris hits your windshield and cracks it, so taking swift action is important. Here are some of the most common problems and solutions to be aware of with car windshields. 

With the winter season here and road salt being poured all over the roads, keeping your vehicle clean requires a little extra effort. One of the components to help you do this is your washer system. When you use the right fluid and it works properly, your washer system can keep your visibility very good through virtually any driving conditions. Some things can go wrong, though, so we’ve explained how the system works and what to look for if you’re experiencing any issues.