Posted on 8/25/2015
There are a lot of drivers in Scottsbluff who are due for a differential service, but had never heard of a differential before.With front-wheel drive being so common in NE these days, the differential is just taken care of during a transmission service, so most Scottsbluff folks don't even have to think about it. And rear-wheel drive differentials don't need to be serviced for years, so it's understandable that it's not something on the top of your mind. It's not uncommon for people in Scottsbluff to not know they have a differential, let alone know that it needs service.To better understand what a differential does, think about a track at any NE high school. There are lanes marked off on the track. For the longer distance races, the starting lines are staggered. The starting lines for the outside lanes are ahead of the starting lines for the inside lanes. That's to compensate for the longer length of the outside lanes. Staggering the starting lines means that each ru ... read more
Posted on 8/12/2015
There is a clear and vocal demand in Scottsbluff and nationally for a reduction in air pollution and our dependence on fossil fuels. This is what is driving the NE market for alternative fuel vehicles. There are a number of these vehicles on Scottsbluff area roads today, and many more being developed. Yet each of these vehicles has its own advantages and disadvantages. Scottsbluff auto owners should learn what these advantages and disadvantages are before running out and purchasing one of these alternative fuel vehicles at your nearest Scottsbluff dealership.Scottsbluff drivers should carefully research the vehicle care before buying an alternative fuel vehicle, as it may or may not coincide with the standards for gasoline vehicles. You should look at costs as well; these vehicles may help save our environment here in Scottsbluff, but that might not represent a savings to your wallet. You'll need to decide what you can afford and w ... read more
Posted on 8/5/2015
When winter approaches in NE, Scottsbluff residents break out the sweaters, coats, boots and mittens. We want to be ready for NE winter conditions. Your vehicle needs to be ready for winter as well. The last thing Scottsbluff residents want is to get stranded out in the cold. You need your vehicle to be safe and reliable. It's a good idea to get caught up on any neglected maintenance items anytime - but the stakes are higher in cold NE winters.There are some specific things Scottsbluff drivers need to do to have their vehicle ready for winter. The most obvious is having the antifreeze checked. If the antifreeze level is too low, it can't properly protect your engine, radiator and hoses from freezing. If your car does not seem to be making enough heat to keep you warm, your antifreeze level may be low or you could have a thermostat problem. Get it checked out at Twin City Auto in Scottsbluff. If you are due for a cooling system service, now is a perfect time to have it done.In the cold ... read more