Jim Nelson

Battery Basics For Pewaukee

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It’s important for Pewaukee drivers to know battery basics. First, let’s talk about which is harder on a battery – hot or cold Wisconsin weather. Most Brookfield drivers think it’s cold weather because that’s when we call on our batteries to have enough power to start a cold Sedan engine. However, heat does more damage … Read more

Are Modern Vehicles Maintenance Free?

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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 cars are so reliable, they are virtually maintenance free”. Any good myth has some elements of truth. No offense to Pewaukee Bigfoot fans, but this maintenance-free myth has more … Read more

How Your Check Engine Light Works

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Have you ever had an experience like this in Pewaukee? You drive through the one of those automatic car washes. When you get to the end, where the dryer is blowing, your check engine light started flashing! You fear the worst, but within a block or two, the light stopped flashing, but stayed on. By … Read more

Introduction to Diesels for Wisconsin locals

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Something you’re going to be hearing a lot about around Pewaukee, WI is diesel engines. We’re not talking about semi-trucks and buses – We’re talking about diesel engine cars, pick-ups and SUVs. Most people in Pewaukee are surprised to learn that around half the cars on the road in Europe have diesel engines. Nearly all … Read more

Selecting New Tires and Wheels

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Some of us just love tires. All those little rubber hairs on new tires and the smell is wonderful. We live in a great time for tires. No matter how you drive, where you want to go or the look you’re after; there is a tire for you. The same is true about wheels. The … Read more

Defensive Driving In Pewaukee WI

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There was a man in Brookfield who learned that most car accidents occur within a mile of home – so he moved. (Just Kidding!) When we think of defensive driving, we often focus on our local WI highway situations. The fact of the matter is we need to be just as careful close to home … Read more

Poor Maintenance and Quick Lube Stickers

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A recent in house study is showing the relationship of poorly maintained vehicles associated with Quick Lube stickers in the window.

Quick lubes have become one of the nicest option  for vehicle owners with busy schedules and the desire to take good care of their cars. You can come in whenever you want, they promote fast turn around and at the most they might recommend replacing your air filter or sucking out one of your other fluids. Most of the guys there are pleasant and you don’t even have to let them ever get in the drivers seat of your precious baby.

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The problem that the study has shown is that cars that use quick lubes for most if not all of there maintenance is “the things that are overlooked” are causing the cars to wear out long before they should. This is causing an increase in your cost’s of driving.

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