In the face of record high gas prices, the Federal Trade Commission alerts consumers about claims for fuel saving devices and additives. Most have been found to have minimal, if any, affect on fuel economy. However, you can save at the pump by keeping your engine tuned and visiting Willard’s Garage today! Although new technologies…
So you’re planning your summer vacation and you’re going to drive your BMW. That sounds like a lot of fun and remember that your BMW like any car needs a little TLC before you hit the road. If you begin your road trip with a BMW that is having technical difficulties, it could put a…
Many of the tips given out to keep a car from being stolen sound overly practical and obvious, but did you know that car thefts are happening every day in Billings, MT and most of them are entirely preventable? It’s true. Most car thefts are happening because the car has been left running, unlocked, and…
Did you know that a Diesel Engine will likely outlast a Gasoline engine by hundreds of thousands of miles? It’s true—usually true (there have been a few poorly constructed diesel engines produced by companies over the years). All things being equal, a diesel engine could remain on the road for thirty years or more. It’s…
A little bit of love and care can help your vehicle run efficiently. The sticker MPG found on most new vehicles is only effective when the vehicle is in perfect shape. With a little bit of know-how, and some attentiveness, you can achieve, or at least approach, that optimal MPG listed on the sticker at…
If your TPMS (tire pressure monitoring system) warning light goes on during a cold snap, it may not mean your tire has a leak. Tire pressure can decrease about 1 PSI (pound per square inch) for every 10 degrees the temperature drops. It’s not that more air is escaping your tires, but rather the air…
Did you know that it’s very possible to diagnose an issue within our vehicle’s engine by smell? It’s true. And while it is also true that our vehicles rely on us to provide them regular maintenance to keep them in top shape, it is also possible that certain components, especially those associated with the engine,…
There are times when vehicle maintenance or repair is completely unavoidable; our vehicles undergo constant wear and tear and eventually something, some component, will break down. For instance, a simple hose which is made out of an incredibly durable rubber, but a rubber that will eventually break down, can dry out and crack; the metal…
We often talk about the importance of preventative maintenance; it’s the cornerstone of long-term health, efficiency, and reliability. And your vehicle’s heating and cooling systems are important components that require regular maintenance. The winter chill is starting to take hold of our state, and your vehicle’s heating system is working hard to keep you warm;…
Wintertime driving conditions can wreak havoc on your vehicle’s exterior. And the majority of us refrain from washing our vehicles in winter because there’s always the chance that a storm will put slush on the roads, and the snow/gravel/mud mix that the tires of our vehicles churn from the roadway will splatter down the side…