Archive for the ‘ Vehicle Service & Repair ’ Category

Honda Oil Changes with 0W-20 Synthetic Motor Oil are Becoming the Norm

Posted by vinart on Wednesday , January 27 , 2010 at 5:57 pm Comments: 0

We’ve been getting a lot of questions lately at Lehigh Valley Honda about motor oil.  A lot of customers are now driving Honda’s that call for  0W-20 motor oil which is slightly more expensive than the more commonly used 5W-20 but it also performs better.   Until recently, 0W-20 motor oil was only being used [...]

Some Things to Consider When Choosing Roadside Assistance

Posted by jcme on Friday , November 27 , 2009 at 5:05 am Comments: 0

When buying a used car, you will probably be given the option of choosing a roadside assistance plan. Some auto manufacturers offer this service for free or with a warranty plan while there are other companies that offer the service regardless of the brand you choose. But there are some things to consider when making [...]

Need an Allentown Auto Repair Shop? Follow These Three Tips

Posted by jcme on Friday , November 20 , 2009 at 5:05 am Comments: 0

Is your used car in need of repairs? Or are you just looking for some place to take it for some preventative maintenance? If so, your choices in auto repair shops are endless. Here are some tips to finding one that you are comfortable with for your auto repair needs.
Start Early
One of the best ways [...]

Getting your car fixed in Allentown, PA is as easy as 1-2-V

Posted by ryan.taft on Friday , November 13 , 2009 at 2:35 pm Comments: 2

Having work done to your car is never on the top of anyone’s list of things to do. With that said, we are hoping to make the process a little easier for our customers who reside in and around Lehigh County, PA. As many of you know, we recently launched our Vinart Body Shop website [...]

Preparing Your Used Car for Winter Weather

Posted by jcme on Friday , November 6 , 2009 at 5:05 am Comments: 0

With the winter months upon us, it’s important to make sure your used cars are prepared for the frigid weather. With a little bit of preventative maintenance, you can help prevent your vehicle from breaking down in the ice and slow and help it make it through the season and until the springtime.
Check the Fluids
Make [...]

All about Your Car’s Alternator

Posted by jcme on Wednesday , October 28 , 2009 at 5:05 am Comments: 0

You probably don’t think too much about your car’s alternator until it stops working and leaves you stranded in the middle of nowhere. The alternator is an important part of your vehicle and it can go out at any time regardless of how new your car is. Here are some facts about your alternator, what [...]

All about the Suspension in Your Used Cars

Posted by jcme on Wednesday , October 21 , 2009 at 5:05 am Comments: 0

The suspension system in your used cars is a vital system to a smooth ride. But how much do you actually know about your car’s suspension and the parts that go along with it? Here are some basic facts about how your suspension system works and what the various parts are for.
Shock Absorbers: The shock [...]

Saving Money on DIY Car Repairs

Posted by jcme on Wednesday , October 14 , 2009 at 5:05 am Comments: 0

Doing your own repairs and maintenance procedures on your used cars does not have to cost a fortune. In fact, if you are patient and willing to do some extra homework, you can save a ton of money by doing the procedures yourself. Here are some ways you can save money by repairing and maintaining [...]

Fall Car Care Month – Show Your Used Car Some Love

Posted by ryan.taft on Tuesday , October 13 , 2009 at 12:57 pm Comments: 0

Vinart Service & Repair Series
I’m assuming you do not want to be in a situation like the lady on the left…car broken down on the highway, waiting for that expensive tow truck to come haul your vehicle away. If my assumption is correct, then get in the groove with Fall Car Care Month and show [...]

October Is Ideal for Car Care

Posted by jcme on Tuesday , October 6 , 2009 at 5:05 am Comments: 1

In case you did not know, this is Fall Car Care Month across the country. That means this is the best opportunity to do some of those things to your used cars that you’ve been putting off all summer. In fact, a report conducted during April and October 2008 car care events showed that about [...]