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With Halloween fast approaching, we remind motorists to drive slowly, especially through neighborhoods, to be extra careful when entering or exiting driveways or alleyways, and to make sure their vehicle's brakes, lights and wipers are working properly. "Motorists can help keep young pedestrians ...

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"Back-to-school time is hectic for most families but scheduling a complete vehicle inspection is time well spent," said Rich White, executive director, Car Care Council. "Our new video provides some valuable maintenance and safety tips that will help keep your vehicle running safely and efficiently ...

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A properly operating brake system is critical to safe vehicle operation and control under a variety of conditions. As the school year gets underway, now is the ideal time to stop and make sure your brakes are working properly before colder temperatures arrive. "When it comes to vehicle safety, th...

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Vehicles 10 Years or Older Twice as Likely to Get Stranded Roadside With school out for the summer, many families are planning driving vacations. Adding pre-trip auto care to road trip plans lessens the chance of a roadside breakdown for all motorists and is even more important for those driving ...

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Check out this helpful video that discusses the why, when and where to have an oil change performed, including: Why – Oil lubricates the moving parts of the engine and changing the oil keeps the engine clean. When – The video suggests checking the vehicle's owner's manual for recom...

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Before you hit the road this summer, make sure your vehicle is road trip ready so you can have any problems fixed before you go. A pre-trip vehicle checkup will help avoid the inconvenience, potential safety hazards and unplanned expense of breaking down miles away from home. Check filters and fl...

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The top 10 check engine light repairs from the annual CarMD® Vehicle Health Index™ reinforces what the car care experts have been saying for years. Motorists who ignore the check engine light get less miles per gallon and could face costly repairs down the road. "Many people fear that w...

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Spring is here and its arrival means warmer weather, more hours of daylight and spring break travel. Now is a great time to take a few steps to make sure your vehicle is safe and road-trip ready. Check that all interior and exterior lighting is working properly and replace worn wiper blade...

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The new video titled "Dangers of Potholes" emphasizes three warning signs that motorists should look for after hitting a pothole: • Loss of control • Pulling in one direction and uneven tire wear • Tire and wheel problems "In many areas of the country, avoiding potholes can...

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Changing the oil and oil filter, replacing wiper blades and air filters, and scheduled maintenance top the list of the 10 most common vehicle repairs of 2017, according to the Car Care Council.According to research conducted by IMR Inc., an industry leader in automotive research, the top 10 most com...

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Most people never heard of 'bombogenesis" until heavy snow and dangerous cold recently hit many areas of the country, including several states that usually don't experience this type of severe weather. Making sure your vehicle is properly prepared for the elements will help you avoid the aggravation...

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As our customers get ready for holiday travel, here are some great tips to help stay safe on the road. "Why not wrap up the holiday season with a gift for you and your car? Inspecting six key systems ahead of time can save you the headaches and cost of an emergency breakdown later," said Rich Whi...

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You may notice when the weather turns colder, the tire pressure monitoring system (TPMS) light on your dashboard lights up more frequently. Experts recommend checking your tire pressure regularly during the winter to help keep the TPMS light off and your vehicle safe. "It's typical at this time o...

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The non-profit Car Care Council recommends checking the following areas of your vehicle so it is road ready when severe winter weather strikes. • Check the battery and charging system for optimum performance. Cold weather is hard on batteries. • Check the antifreeze. As a general rul...

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Following one of the worst hurricane seasons in years and record-setting rainfall in many areas of the country, flooding has taken its toll on vehicles. It is important for those considering the purchase of a used vehicle to be car care aware and check for signs of water intrusion or contamination. ...

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Here's a great article on Fall Car Care... Right now, get our Fall Car Care Package for just $29.95! Bring it to Bastian... "Celebrating Fall Car Care Month with some basic service is as easy as one, two, three and it doesn't have to take much time or money," said Rich White, executive director, ...

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Customer satisfaction is our #1 priority, and we're always grateful for our customer's feedback on how we're doing... below is a comment we received recently: "Please forward to the owner of the company if that is possible. I just wanted to drop a line and let you know that Justin and Co. at the...

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Last weekend Allison came up for a visit after having multiple tire failures in Philly as result of horrible road construction conditions... She got poor service down there. We went in without appointment on Saturday morning (I am sure a busy time for you). Nevertheless, Scott was wonder...

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Community car care events conducted across the country reveal that the majority of vehicles need service on one or more inspected areas of the vehicle. Now is the perfect time to bring your vehicle in to Bastian Tire & Auto for our $29.95 Summer Service Special. Schedule An Appointment ...

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This 2014 Jeep Wrangler is ready to go with one of our off-road wheel and tire combinations. ATX194 Ravine 17 inch wheels and LT255/75r17 BFGoodrich All-Terrain T/A KO2 tires. Bring your ride to Bastian today, and give it a custom off-road upgrade. Click here to select your tires Click ...

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