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Flooded Vehicle. What to Do: The Ultimate Guide
The Hazards of Flood Damage to Your Car or Truck – And What to Do About It Heavy rains in parts of Kentucky has led to flooding. And though we in Shelbyville managed to avoid direct effect of the flood, it’s a good time to remind drivers the hazards of flooding to our vehicles. Because…
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Broken Headlights: The Best Guide on What to Do
Why Your Headlights Dim or Stop Working and What to Do About It Picture this: you’re driving home from The Producers at the Hardin County Playhouse when your headlights start to dim, then fail entirely. And you wonder what could be causing this and what you should do. Because, your vehicle’s headlights are crucial for…
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Regular Oil vs. Synthetic Oil: What’s Best for Your Vehicle?
Regular Oil vs. Synthetic Oil: What’s Best for Your Vehicle? Here in the St. Matthews historic neighborhood of Louisville, we are known for being well informed. And that includes being well informed about the care of our cars and trucks. So, when it comes time for an oil change, we might wonder whether regular or…
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Timing Belt: Proven Tips for Ultimate Care
Your Car or Truck’s Timing Belt: What It Is, Why It’s Important, and When to Replace It Your vehicle’s timing belt is one of the most critical components of your engine. Yet it’s often overlooked—until it fails. And, we want to make sure our Radcliff driver are able to keep their engine running smoothly and…
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Hydroplaning: What You Need to Know to Be Safe
What to Do If You Hydroplane While Driving Here in Louisville, we have been having a lot of snow and rain lately. And this can make driving conditions in and around Louisville challenging, increasing the risk of hydroplaning. Hydroplaning occurs when your vehicle’s tires lose contact with the road due to a layer of water,…
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Universal Joints and Your Car: What You Need to Know
What Are Universal Joints in Your Vehicle and How to Tell If They Need Replacement Even those at Churchill Downs understands the importance of the joints that allow the thoroughbreds the ability to navigate over the track terrain. And here in Louisville, the universal joints in your car are just as important. Because your vehicle’s…
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PCV Valve: Everything You Need to Know for Your Car’s Health
What is a PCV Valve in Your Car or Truck, and How to Tell if It Needs Replacement Imagine this: Your on your way to hit the tables at Derby City Gaming Downtown, when your lucky runs and and your truck stalls on the way. And you wonder: could it be a problem with your…
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Metal Shavings in Oil: What You Should Know to Save Your Car
Why Are There Metal Shavings in Your Vehicle’s Oil—And What Should You Do? The flu is on the rise here at schools here in Louisville and other Kentucky schools, as well. And this nasty bug is not something we like to find in healthy bodies. As well, finding metal shavings in your vehicle’s oil is…
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Car Battery Trouble: What You Need to Get Back on the Road
How to Tell If You Need a New Battery for Your Car or Truck Your vehicle’s battery is essential for starting the engine and powering electrical systems. But like all components, it doesn’t last forever. In fact, on average, a vehicle battery lasts 3-5 years. But extreme weather, frequent short trips through Louisville, and electrical…
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Driving with Pets: What You Need to Know to Be Safe & Happy
How to Travel Safely and Comfortably with Your Pet in the Car Whether you purchased your pet from a breeder, or you adopted your furry friend from the Louisville’s Kentucky Humane Society, it’s a fact: We love our adorable companions. And we all know that taking your pet on a road trip can be an…