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.

Wiper blades don’t often get a lot of credit for what they do until they don’t work as well as they should. There’s nothing worse than getting in your vehicle when it’s raining and your wiper blades leave streaks across your windshield. This is especially true at night when you have reflections coming from different sources and visibility is difficult. Having the right type of wiper blades is important to ensure your visibility remains good at all times. There are two types of wiper blades to know about and we’ve broken down the differences for you.

Do you know what the cabin air filter is in your vehicle? If you don’t, you’re not alone. Many vehicle owners have never heard of a cabin air filter, and if they have, they don’t always know where it’s located or what its purpose is. The truth is it’s a very important part of your vehicle and helps ensure you breathe clean air while you’re driving. Here’s what you need to know about your cabin air filter.

When you’ve gone through a snowstorm and the snow has finally stopped falling, it’s important to prioritize cleaning it off of your vehicle. There are several reasons why it’s important, but mostly to keep you and others safe while driving. We’ve discussed some of the proper tools to use and the best methods for removing snow from your vehicle after a snowstorm.

If you are hearing a grinding or squealing noise when you apply pressure on your brakes, this is a common symptom of worn-out or faulty brakes. These noises are obvious and pretty recognizable, which is a good thing: they alert you that it's time to have your vehicle checked out as soon as possible. Other indications of a faulty brake system in need of attention if you are feel a vibration in your brake pedal or the steering wheel, or if your vehicle pulls in one direction or the other while engaging the brakes.