Tips | Parkside Motors

Which Jumper Cables Should You Buy?

Along with a spare tire, blanket, water, and a few energy bars, jumper cables are an absolutely essential part of your car safety kit. Here’s how to choose them.

What Are “Faulty Tie Rods”?

In this article, we explain 4 key signs of faulty tie rods. As a critical component of your steering linkage, you need to be able to recognize when they're bad.

How to Make Your Car Happy

Nothing will put a big smile on your car's... er... radiator grill as much as a proper wash. Here is an easy-to-follow 9-step car wash process, just for you.

Your Guide to Tire Balancing

Balanced tires are an important part of safe, efficient driving. Here is what you need to know before heading to the shop for your next tire balancing.

Properly Remove Your Car from Storage

For many of us, the advent of summer means driving our vehicles for the first time in a while. Here is how to get your summer car on the road in good health.

Building Your Toolbox

Here are a few must-have pieces for your automotive toolbox. Every DIYer knows that the right tools not only make the job easier, but improve the results too.

Shift Into Spring

If you haven't yet, it's time for winter tires to come off! Here are some other top-tips to help you prepare your car for busy summer driving. Pro tips are here.

5 Ways to Make Your Car Smile

Many of us consider our cars to be part of the family. Here are 5 simple ways you can put a smile on your car's face, and keep the good times rolling.

In-Warranty Vehicle Maintenance

Alert! You don't have to get your car serviced at the dealership to maintain your warranty. Here is how to keep your warranty safe at Parkside Motors.

Are Fuel Additives Worth It?

With the recent rise in gas prices, many people are considering using fuel additives to get the most out of every tank. Here's what to expect from additives.

Spring Car Care

Winter is tough on our cars. Here is a great checklist to make sure your vehicle is ready to run reliably, efficiently, and consistently this spring.

Our Pro Tips for Buying a Used Car

These days, buying a pre-owned vehicle doesn't have to be a leap of faith. Here is how you can make sure that your next used car is not a lemon.