A PREMIER AUTOMOTIVE SERVICE

09/09/2026

Trivia Wednesday: in an oil grade like 5W-30, what does the W stand for? A) Weight B) Winter C) Wear. Take a guess below.

09/09/2026

09/08/2026

Summer is hard on a vehicle. Heat stresses batteries, thins oil, and pushes cooling systems right to their limit. Now is a good time for a post-summer check so anything the heat wore down gets caught before the weather turns and exposes it.

09/07/2026

Happy Labor Day. Today is a thank you to everyone who keeps things moving, including the drivers, the haulers, the trades, and everyone working the holiday shift. However you are spending it, we hope it is a good one. Drive easy out there.

09/04/2026

Myth Buster Friday: premium gas makes every car run better. It does not. Premium is about resistance to knock, not extra power or better mileage. If your manufacturer does not require or recommend it, you are paying more for nothing. Check your owner's manual or the inside of your fuel door. And if your vehicle does call for premium, use it.

09/03/2026

Your tires are the only part of your vehicle that actually touches the road. Uneven wear, shallow tread, or a slow leak all change how your car stops and handles, usually before you notice anything. We will check tread depth, pressure, and wear patterns and tell you honestly how much life is left in them.

09/02/2026

Trivia Wednesday: what is one of the most common and easiest to fix reasons a check engine light comes on? A) A loose or failing gas cap B) Low tire pressure C) A dirty windshield. Guess below.

09/01/2026

Labor Day weekend is one of the busiest travel stretches of the year. If you are putting real miles on the car, a pre-trip inspection is worth the stop. We look over tires, brakes, belts, hoses, and fluids so a small problem does not become a roadside problem. Stop in or book your next appointment today.

08/31/2026

Mechanic Monday tip: before a long holiday drive, check the simple things the night before instead of the morning of. Tire pressure while the tires are still cold, oil level, washer fluid, and every exterior light. Ten minutes in the driveway beats an hour on the shoulder.

08/28/2026

Myth Buster Friday: you have to change your oil every 3,000 miles. That guideline is decades old. Most modern engines running synthetic oil go 5,000 to 10,000 miles between changes, and your owner's manual has the real number for your vehicle. Changing too early wastes money, and waiting too long costs a whole lot more than that. Not sure where yours lands? Ask us and we will look it up with you.