Jim Nelson So what is the most distracting food to have in the car while driving around Pewaukee? Is it: A Hamburger; Coffee; A Soft Drink, or Gummy Bears? Well, you may be surprised to learn that all but the gummy bears are in the top ten most distracting foods when you are driving, but if you … Read more
We’re going to be talking about the ethics of automotive repair. It seems like news outlets really like hit-and-run reporting; they hit everyone from groceries stores to retail to physicians. And the Pewaukee automotive service and repair industry hasn’t been given a pass either. Unfortunately, every profession in Pewaukee has some bad actors that hurt … Read more
If you’re reading this article, then you are probably a WI driver that cares about your car and how it runs. Even though you care, there is still that moment of dread when your service technician tells you the manufacturer recommends some additional service. Your heart beats a little faster, your blood pressure rises. You … Read more
Did you know that today’s cars carry more computer power than the Apollo 121 Lunar Module that landed on the moon in 1969? New cars have as many as 12 networked computers and over five miles (eight kilometers) of wiring. In fact, for the last decade or so, computers have been controlling about 85% of … Read more
So you love our job, and your family life is great: You have achieved balance. But can you the same for your wheels? You can tell if your tires are out of balance by vibrations at higher speeds. If one of the front tires is out, you feel the vibration in the steering wheel. If … Read more
On Sunday Nelsons Automotive of Pewaukee had the pleasure of donating 10 backpacks complete with all the school supplies needed to help families in need, get their kids back to school this fall. River Glen Church in Waukesha is attempting to fill the bus that I’m standing next to and need your help. The cost of purchasing … Read more
About 90% of our Pewaukee WI driving decisions are based solely on what we see. So having a good pair of windshield wipers is extremely important. Everyone in Pewaukee WI has experienced the frustration and fear of not being able to see clearly during a storm, or when our windshield is just dirty. In fact, … Read more
Protect your engine by adding friction fighting performance and sludge control not available in a standard oil change. BG MOA resists oxidation and sludge and that means extra engine protection between oil changes and extended engine life. I’m sure you’ve been confronted at a quick lube with the story of why you should be running … Read more
The energy from exploding fuel is what powers your engine. But some of the vapors from the explosions escape into the lower part of the engine, called the crankcase. The crankcase is where your engine oil hangs out. These gases are about 70% unburned fuel. If the gases were allowed to stay in the crankcase, … Read more
Here at AutoNetTV, we have viewers, like you, from all across the country who write to us with questions or feedback. One common question we’re asked is: What is a differential and what does it do? You may have been told your differential needs service, or seen it as an option up on the service … Read more