A serpentine belt is a single, continuous belt used to keep numerous external components in a car engine. Some things to look for to know if your belt is failing or going bad are:

We all know the cost of buying a vehicle has risen steadily over the years. But have you ever really considered how much it costs you to simply drive your vehicle after you’ve purchased it, regardless of whether it’s new or used? It’s not necessarily a simple calculation. There are several factors to consider. First of course, you’ll more than likely finance your vehicle. Therefore, you’ll have interest rates and taxes to take into account. You’ll also need to factor in fees and taxes, insurance, and depreciation. Lastly, one needs to consider the physical costs of operating the vehicle, like fuel, maintenance, and routine parts like tires, windshield wipers, and fluids. Sound complicated? Not terribly. Let us help you with the calculations!

Keeping your car running in the best condition possible all comes down to whether you keep up with the preventive maintenance. People sometimes downplay the importance of tire rotations, but it’s a task that shouldn’t be overlooked. It’s a simple process of moving the tires to different positions on your vehicle in order to prevent them from wearing out prematurely. While this seems easy, it’s best to let a car repair shop do this task to prevent any mishaps.

Not only are car repairs a burden financially at times, but they can be a hassle. You are most likely busy every day and simply don’t have the time to sit around and wait for your vehicle to get repaired. And let's face it, no one likes to bring their car to the shop.  So take advantage of the loaner car to keep your car in tip top shape, and also get your errands done around town, or just go relax at home until your car is ready.  

Have you ever intentionally avoided taking your car in for a repair because you knew it was going to be expensive? Many people do exactly that, which is bad for both the short-term and long-term health of their car. Maintaining a vehicle can be a burden financially, but CarCareONE can help!

CarCareONE is a credit card designed specifically for auto repairs. When you have a repair costing $199 or more, cardholders won’t be charged interest if the balance is paid in full within six months from the transaction date. The hassle and burden of car repair are gone with CarCareONE

The worst part of having to pay for vehicle repairs is the unexpected nature of it. As hard as it is to make a budget and stick with it, it’s easy for the budget to be ruined when you have an unexpected vehicle repair costing hundreds, or even thousands, of dollars.

DeBoer’s Auto has a VIP Savings Club to help customers eliminate surprises when it comes to auto repair. We want to be the best shop providing auto service and repair in Hamburg NJ, and this program is another step toward helping our customers.