More cars over the years have adopted synthetic oil for good reasons. The average person might not know the differences between synthetic and conventional oil, but it’s important information to have so you know exactly what is going into your vehicle. We’ve provided you with some valuable information so you know your vehicle is getting exactly what it needs to perform properly.

The brake lines in your vehicle are what connect your hydraulic brake fluid system to the brake calipers that are on the wheels which perform the stopping when you press the brake pedal. They are a very intricate and important piece of the braking system and need to be looked at and addressed if there are any problems. When you bring your vehicle into DeBoer’s Auto, we will always inspect your brake lines so you will have peace of mind knowing yours are in good shape or need attention.

DeBoer’s Auto takes a lot of pride in helping customers with their vehicles in more ways than they think they need. We can do this by identifying potential future problems in your vehicle and addressing them before they become more costly. The information and resources available to us are what makes it possible, but this information is in jeopardy. An important Act is in front of Congress right now called the Repair Act, and we could use our customers’ help in supporting us.

A new law is going into effect on April 18, 2022, that all fleet operators need to know about. Governor Murphy signed a bill into place that requires written disclosure to employees that drive vehicles for a company with GPS tracking devices on them. You want to take the necessary actions to comply with the new law as quickly as possible, or you may have to face consequences. Here are some of the basic details you need to know about the new law.

Most people have played show and tell when they were kids and it’s something we also have a responsibility to do at DeBoer’s Auto. If you happen to be waiting at our shop while your vehicle is being repaired or maintained, we will inspect the vehicle and allow you to come take a look at the recommended repairs. This allows you to talk to our technician about your vehicle and ask any questions you might have. We take great pride in being transparent with our customers and believe it’s our responsibility to do so. 

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.

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.