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The Tune-Up Round-Up

We have been hard at work over the last few months going in depth with every one of the services we offer at Parkside Motors. Once we get to the end of a series we put them all together in one place so new readers can have a look at what we have been up to. Last week we completed our series of articles on automobile maintenance and tune-ups so we are taking the opportunity to round them up and give them their due.

Need to Know: Clutches

On vehicles with standard transmissions, the clutch plays an important role in the operation of a vehicle in that it serves to connect the engine to the transmission. Clutches are no different than most other parts in your vehicle; they encounter a certain amount of wear and tear during normal driving circumstances and require replacement. Here we explain what a clutch does, how often they need replacement, and some tips on how to prolong the life of your clutch.

Tips: Paint Colour & Value

Researchers at iseecars.com just came out with some very interesting research on the depreciation of cars based on their paint colour, and the results may surprise you.

Tips: Not filling up can be costly

Do you hesitate to fill your tank when you see the prices at the pump increase? At $1.30 a litre it can be tempting to put in a few dollars here and there while you hope for the price to drop so you can fill the tank. For those who put off the fuel stop until the last possibly moment, the cost could be even higher.

Why you should use your A/C in the winter

How is it possible that using your Air Conditioner year round can actually be good for your car? It is a common misconception is that air conditioning systems are strictly for cooling air in the summer (even though that is a great luxury) but in fact, it is almost more important to use your cars air conditioning system during the cold and rainy seasons. How can this be?