Maintaining your vehicle is critical to extending the life of it. However, sometimes the things you try to do yourself can cause more harm than good. Other times you may think you can drive a few more hundred miles on your tires that have low pressure, but you’re actually creating other damage at the same time. We’ve discussed five things your automotive technicians wish you wouldn’t do to your vehicle to make their job easier and make your car last longer.

Vehicle tires can be expensive, which is one of the main reasons people choose to wait for as long as possible to buy new ones. However, you have to be careful and not wait too long so you don’t find yourself in a situation where you have a blowout or cause other damage to your vehicle. The good news is there are a few important things to look for in your tires to give you a good indication of when you’ll need to replace them. We’ve explained those indicators here.

Everyone should like driving their vehicle no matter how often they drive it. The good news is if you’ve ever thought that a certain feature could make your driving experience more enjoyable, then chances are there’s an accessory that can help you out. Here are some of the most popular accessories people add to their vehicles to help them get more enjoyment out of them.

At DeBoer's Auto, we believe our level of standards and our belief that continuing our education and training betters us as individuals as well as our team benefits you as our customer.  You might be thinking, how does this benefit me when it comes to my repairs and service? Well, The ASE Automotive Service Excellence is a series of training and testing, which, when completed

Do you have an older car that needs some work, but you aren’t sure if the repair bills are worth it? This is a concern many vehicle owners have, and it can be a difficult decision knowing whether it’s time to buy a new or used vehicle or continue investing in your current vehicle. In many situations, it’s worth it in the long-run to invest in your current vehicle, especially if the mileage isn’t significantly high. Here’s what you need to know to help you decide whether investing in your current vehicle is worth it.

DeBoer’s Auto is proud to participate in the efforts to create a cleaner environment. We are always looking for ways to be greener in our shop, and we have implemented some creative ways to do so in recent years. If you love the environment as much as we do, then you’ll love working with us. Here are some of the ways we contribute to achieving a clean environment. 

Having a clean and shiny vehicle to drive every day can make you appreciate your car more. Many vehicle owners run into the problem of not having enough time to clean their car as much as they would like. And if kids or pets ride in the vehicle, it’s a constant battle to keep it clean. The good news is that there are some simple ways to quickly improve your vehicle’s appearance and keep it looking great.

We have finally turned the calendar to a new year, and one of the biggest items fleet owners always look at during this time of year is the vehicle maintenance they’ve spent money on in the past year. Budgeting for vehicle maintenance and repairs can be challenging for various reasons. Unexpected expenses can especially drive up the cost, and some of them are difficult to budget for. However, with proper care, sticking with a regular maintenance schedule, and incorporating these tips, your fleet expenses this year can be less than they were last year.

Car maintenance is one thing most people don’t like to spend money on, but it’s necessary to do. The old saying goes that an ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure. The same is true in the auto industry when it comes to auto repairs. Budgeting for unexpected repairs is difficult to do simply because you never know when an expensive repair will be necessary. However, if you budget for auto maintenance, you can get a better idea of what you’ll need to spend on your vehicle and the chances of an unexpected major repair will go down significantly. Here’s why budgeting for auto maintenance can reduce stress throughout the year.

Part two of our blog series about understanding the future of driving talks about shared or co-ownership of vehicles and the electrification of vehicles. If you missed it, be sure to check out part one of our series, which discussed the data your vehicle collects and the various stages of driverless vehicles. The vehicle industry today will look much different even a couple of decades from now. This includes how people use vehicles and the types of vehicles they own, which we explain here.