Highlighting the Importance of a Safety Inspection For Your Vehicle
Maintaining your vehicle’s safety is more crucial than ever in our fast-paced world. Regular safety inspections are a key component in ensuring your vehicle is in optimal condition, minimizing risks of unexpected breakdowns, and improving the overall life span of your vehicle. Understanding the significance of these inspections can pave
... continue reading.Understanding the Importance of Alignment in Tire Health
Wheels and tires are just two of many parts and components that make vehicles go where you need them to take you. Making sure your wheels are aligned properly gives your tires the following benefits. Enable Proper Tire and Wheel Tracking It’s really easy to knock one or more wheels
... continue reading.How Car Services Keep Your Vehicle Running
Car services like oil changes, tire rotation, and more are essential for keeping your vehicle in good condition. It then stands to reason that a reputable auto services facility with certified technicians is a crucial asset to have. According to Career Trend, mechanics become ASE-certified when they pass an examination
... continue reading.5 Reasons Regular Brake Service Is Important
Regular brake service is one of the most important aspects of car maintenance. Without properly functioning brakes, your likelihood of getting into an accident increases significantly. According to Dyer, Garofalo, Mann & Schultz, brake failure contributes to over 300,000 auto accidents annually. In addition to keeping you safe, here are
... continue reading.Complimentary Auto Repair Transit Services
Time is money; we’ve all heard that phrase over and over again. At Veenstra’s Auto Repair in Grand Rapids, we get that. That’s why we offer the one perk that shows we understand- a free auto repair transit service for our customers. One of thebiggest hassles for a person taking
... continue reading.6 dangerous auto noises that should not be overlooked:
All motorists have had that moment – the one when that worrisome noise starts. Even cars in tip-top shape make noises, and most of them aren’t problematic or a sign that something is in need of imminent repair. The fan hums a bit loudly, tires whirr, something small in the
... continue reading.What’s that noise? It could be your car axle.
THE IMPORTANCE OF CAR AXLES As all mechanics will tell you, axles are a very important part of your vehicle. Without them, your wheels will not move, and a sound axle is as vital as good brakes or tires. Most people understand that without functional brakes, tires, engines, or steering
... continue reading.How to Avoid the Third Most Common Car Repair
Do you ever wonder which car repairs are the most common and which are the most avoidable? Based on numbers from CarMD which gathers its data from vehicle repairs submitted by both car owners and technicians, the third most common car repair is… Replacing your catalytic converter. In 2010, this repair
... continue reading.Most Worrisome Car Noises
Even cars in tip-top repair still make noises. Most of the time, this doesn’t mean you have larger problems. The fan hums a bit loudly, tires whirr, something small in the dashboard rattles a bit — these are normal sounds. However, if you begin to hear worrisome car noises, like
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By: Mike Veenstra A working set of brakes is a necessity for any vehicle on the road. This is obvious, of course, but often overlooked as going fast is exciting, and slowing down…less so. However, being able to decelerate safely when you depress the brake pedal is pretty crucial to
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