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.
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Top 5 Reasons Your Vehicle’s Check Engine Light Comes On
By Bill DeBoer on Aug 2, 2022 11:16:00 AM
Topics: DeBoer's Auto auto repair
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Is Your Child’s Car Seat As Safe As It Can Be?
By Bill DeBoer on Jul 26, 2022 10:09:50 AM
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.
Topics: DeBoer's Auto
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Getting Started With Understanding Your Fleet Costs
By Bill DeBoer on Jul 21, 2022 7:36:00 AM
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.
Topics: DeBoer's Auto
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Safety Tips When Driving With Children
By Bill DeBoer on Jul 19, 2022 7:36:04 AM
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.
Topics: DeBoer's Auto
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Fleet Webinar Part 2 - Calculating Cost Per Mile
By Bill DeBoer on Jul 15, 2022 12:39:00 PM
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.
Topics: DeBoer's Auto
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What Accessories Are Available To Assist When Driving With The Elderly?
By Bill DeBoer on Jul 13, 2022 12:37:56 PM
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.
Topics: DeBoer's Auto Driving with Elderly
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Fleet Webinar Part 1 - Total Cost Of Ownership
By Bill DeBoer on Jul 7, 2022 3:32:00 PM
The total cost of ownership is a comprehensive topic that one must understand in order to manage a fleet. As a small business/fleet owner, you have a lot of things on your plate to juggle to make sure customers are taken care of. While that is an essential part of being a business owner, making money is also. For many fleet owners, calculating the total cost of ownership takes a backseat, which could be costing you lots of money. Here’s how you can calculate your total cost of ownership.
Topics: DeBoer's Auto
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Stay Cool This Summer By Maintaining Your Vehicle’s A/C System
By Bill DeBoer on Jul 5, 2022 3:31:55 PM
We are entering the hot and humid summer months, so it’s time to start thinking about how to prepare your vehicle. The last thing you want to happen is to go on a road trip or vacation with your family and your vehicle’s A/C system stops working or doesn’t cool as it should. A simple evaluation can keep it running like normal so you can stay comfortable no matter where the summer months take you.
Topics: Air Conditioning Service DeBoer's Auto
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How To Keep Elderly Loved Ones Safe In The Car
By Bill DeBoer Jr on Jun 16, 2022 3:14:00 PM
One thing we often take for granted is our ability to drive. As we get older, we might not be able to drive as effortlessly as we once did for many reasons. Always check on your elderly loved ones to ensure they can drive safely without endangering themselves or others. The good news is there are several ways to help keep your elderly loved ones safe, including mobility devices and visiting a Driving Rehabilitation Specialist. Here’s what you need to know about these options.
Topics: DeBoer's Auto
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Help Keep Our Roads Safe By Knowing The Safe Passing Law
By Bill DeBoer on Jun 14, 2022 4:35:44 PM
A new law has recently passed that we would like to inform all drivers about if they haven’t heard of it. It’s the Safe Passing Law and it’s designed to keep the roads safe for pedestrians, bicyclists, people on scooters, skateboards, or anything else. There have been too many accidents involving these people over the years, so the new law is in place to keep them safe and provide guidance for drivers who approach them.