Maintenance
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When your vehicle breaks down in the Springfield, Missouri, area, or just needs some routine service, it can make you a little nervous. Because your vehicle's so important to your life, yo...Published on: Jul 10, 2013 -
At Rick's Automotive we've had a lot of Springfield customers asking how they can make their vehicles last longer. These questions are actually a reflection of a trend that's been building for several...Published on: Jul 24, 2013 -
In our auto video today we'll be talking with Alan Peterson about myths surrounding automotive maintenance. You can lump these myths into the statement that "modern vehicles are so re...Published on: Jul 30, 2013 -
We live in a disposable society. Everything from elaborate packaging to our clothing. Even cell phones are disposable. When replacement is cheaper than repair, the term "built to last" goes by the way...Published on: Aug 29, 2013 -
Which item is most often stolen from vehicles in Springfield?Is it: Stereo Wheels Air Bag DVD System Well, if you said stereo – you used to be right. But airbags have now surpas...Published on: Oct 10, 2013 -
Hey Springfield - this is something really amazing: Your vehicle uses 12,000 times as much air as fuel when you drive it. All of that air has to be filtered to keep your engine clean.That'...Published on: Nov 08, 2013 -
If you've ever been driving around Springfield and had a headlamp go out, you've probably just wanted to replace the bad bulb. If your car uses halogen headlamps, they dim over time. So if you just pu...Published on: Dec 04, 2013 -
When it comes to their vehicles, some Springfield residents don't have a maintenance mindset. They know they need to take care of their cars, but it just seems really hard to get them to r...Published on: Dec 10, 2013 -
Missouri service centers have a menu board that lists the services they provide. Some Springfield drivers may not be familiar with all of the items on the board so here is a quick description of som...Published on: Mar 28, 2014 -
If you're reading this article in Springfield, Missouri, then you probably care about your vehicle and how it runs. Even though you care, there is still that moment of dread when your professio...Published on: Apr 01, 2014 -
Have you checked out the price of new vehicles at Springfield car dealers? Ouch! Add financing and insurance and a new ride may not seem so attractive. A lot of Springfield, Missouri, folks are hopi...Published on: Apr 09, 2014 -
Sometimes we hear people in Springfield say, "What's up with all this maintenance stuff? Modern cars just don't break down." While it is true that today's vehicles are extremely reliable, ...Published on: Nov 12, 2015 -
If you are a driver in Springfield and you aren't currently using synthetic motor oil in your vehicle, maybe now's the time to consider it. Need more information? Well, synthetic motor oil...Published on: Aug 07, 2014 -
About 90% of our driving decisions in the Springfield area are based solely on what we see. So having a good pair of windshield wipers is extremely important.Most Springfield drivers have experienced ...Published on: Sep 18, 2014 -
Since driving requirements and lifestyles differ among Springfield drivers, your vehicle manufacturer publishes two auto maintenance schedules: the regular schedule and the severe service schedul...Published on: Jan 30, 2015
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Today in our Rick's Automotive blog, we're going to talk about following recommended service intervals. Your vehicle isn't the only aspect of your life in Springfield with recommended intervals...Published on: Mar 27, 2015
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High gas prices in Springfield increase the cost of living for Missouri drivers. You've probably budgeted a certain amount for vehicle related expenses. Increased fuel costs now consume a large...Published on: Aug 05, 2015
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A generation ago, Springfield drivers seemed to be more inclined to keep their vehicle's preventive maintenance on schedule. One reason for this may be that vehicles back then were a lot l...Published on: Sep 11, 2015
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Today's Rick's Automotive article focuses on severe service maintenance. Many Springfield drivers are not aware of them and yet there are also very vocal advocates in Missouri who think that severe ...Published on: May 01, 2016
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Most Springfield folks occasionally have days when they've got a bunch of errands to run. Yesterday was my day off and I needed to fill the gas tank, pick up some groceries at my Springfield market,...Published on: May 24, 2016