Category: Auto Repair
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Broken Defroster: How to Prevent Defroster Failure
The Importance of Your Car’s Defroster and How to Maintain It When winter weather sets in here in Louisville, your car’s defroster becomes an unsung hero. Because as this winter storm sets in and the snow falls, ensuring your visibility on the road by clearing fog, frost, and ice from your windshield is imperative. And…
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Car Engine Distributor: What it Does and Why it’s Important
What Does Your Car Engine’s Distributor Do and How to Spot a Failing One While modern cars often use distributor-less ignition systems, many older and classic vehicles still rely on distributors. And for many drivers in Louisville, their classic car or truck has been their sidekick in adventure throughout their lives. So, if your vehicle…
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Radiator Rust: Everything You Need to Know
How Rust Corrosion Can Affect Your Radiator and How to Prevent It With much of Louisville’s attention focused on winter storms, it’s difficult to think of more mundane things like radiator rust in your vehicle’s cooling system. But, rust corrosion in your radiator is more than just a cosmetic issue; it can significantly impact your…
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Used Vehicle Inspection: How to Get the Best for Your Money
A Used Vehicle Inspection by a Trusted Mechanic Before Buying is Worth the Investment It’s been a little more than one year since sports betting became legal in Kentucky. And while placing a bet on your favorite team can be a fun gamble, gambling on an investment like a used car is not a good…
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Hello 2025! Regular Auto Maintenance is Your Best Resolution
Make Regular Auto Maintenance Part of Your 2025 New Year’s Resolutions As we step into 2025 with celebrations in Louisville, many of us are setting goals to improve our health, finances, and overall well-being. But have you considered adding your vehicle to that list? Because, regular automotive maintenance is not just about keeping your car…
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Your Car’s Radiator: Everything You Need to Know
The Vital Role of Your Car’s Radiator and Tips for Maintenance As we in Louisville head out to New Year’s Events and make our New Year’s resolutions, one resolution on the top of your list should be the care of your vehicle. Because, it’s your car or truck that loyally gets you to where you…
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Coolant: Everything You Need to Know for Your Car or Truck
The Importance of Your Vehicle’s Coolant The weather here in Frankfort is warmer than usual, but still cold. Yet, whether it’s hot or cold outside, the inside of your car’s engine needs to stay cool. And this is something that is accomplished by your vehicle’s coolant. Your vehicle’s coolant, also known as antifreeze, plays an…
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Meineke Holiday Wishes for our Amazing Kentucky Drivers
Our Meineke Holiday Wishes for our Buckner Customers and Everyone Across Kentucky As the holiday season rolls through the Bluegrass State, we at Meineke in Buckner want to take a moment to thank you, our loyal Kentucky customers for trusting us with your automotive needs. And our Meineke holiday wishes include a safe holiday season.…
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Water Pump: Why it’s Important and What You Need to Know
Why Your Vehicle’s Water Pump is Crucial and Signs It’s Failing Your vehicle’s water pump is an important part that is critical to maintaining your engine’s health. Because, it ensures that coolant circulates through the engine and radiator. And this prevents overheating and maintains the best possible performance. Whereas, without a functioning water pump, your…
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Heater Core: Everything You Need to Know to Stay Warm
What Is Your Vehicle’s Heater Core and When Does It Need Replacement? We are having some chilly days here in St. Matthews. And it’s this time of year where we have a new appreciation for our car’s heater. But, it’s our vehicle’s heater core that allows our heater to keep us toasty during the cold…