Patrick Cars Blog

Your brakes can often be overlooked when it comes to maintenance, however, they should never be neglected. Your brakes will show signs of wear over time and will even indicate when to replace them. In our first blog of the month, we at Patrick Cars outline some of the telltale signs of needing new brakes.

 

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There are countless of fields you can work in, but did you know the automotive field, specifically working at Patrick Dealer Group, can be rewarding beyond measure? Working at Patrick Dealer Group is more than just a job, we look to make you part of our family and set you on a career path towards success. If you or someone you know is looking for a new job, here’s a few reasons why you should work at Patrick Dealer Group and become part of the Patrick Family.

It’s important to keep in mind the life and effectiveness of your vehicle’s tires as well as keeping up with regular maintenance. Oftentimes, tire maintenance is seen as just getting new tires when the time comes. But there are services that allow you to extend the life of your current tires which can save you time and money. These methods include rotating and balancing your tires. In this blog, we at Patrick Dealer Group outline what exactly goes into rotating and balancing tires and the importance of both services.

If your auto manufacturer was recently in contact with you regarding a possible recall on your vehicle. Don’t panic. Patrick Dealer Group is here to help. We understand that when you hear about a recall on a vehicle you can jump to conclusions and imagine the worst possible situation. However, that’s where our latest blog post comes in. We’re here to give you the inside scoop on what even is a recall, and how it can affect you.

Choose a dealer you trust. It’s easy to go into a random autobody shop to service your car, but why not keep things in the family? The Patrick Family that is. We understand that there is a lot at play when it comes to servicing your car. Let’s make things simple and easy and take care of you. In our latest blog we have outlined the top three reasons to service your car with one of the Patrick Dealer Group dealers as opposed to anywhere else.

 

Even as the weather transitions from cold and dreary to warm and sunny, car maintenance and checkups are still a must no matter what the season. To make sure your vehicle is running and ready to go for all your summer fun here are a few of our recommendations.

As the weather begins to warm up in the Chicagoland area, many will forget to service their vehicle’s air conditioning. Sitting in a stuffy, warm vehicle is uncomfortable and can be dangerous. If you’re A/C is blowing cool but not cold, the problem could be a clogged filter, cooling fan problem, radiator trouble, or it could simply be that you need to recharge your vehicles AC.

You’re running late to work and catch a glimpse of a light on the dashboard that isn’t usually there. Peering more closely you see that it’s the check engine light. You groan, your mind immediately running to expensive repairs that your vehicle might need.

Don’t panic. There are several reasons that a check engine light appears. It could be:

• A loose gas cap. If a gas cap isn’t closed tightly enough, it can cause the check engine light to appear. Also, if the cap is cracked or broken in some way, it could cause this…

When you purchase a certified pre-owned vehicle here at The Patrick Dealer Group, you can count on it looking and driving like it did the day it rolled onto the lot as a brand-new vehicle. Over time however, it will take a little maintenance to keep up with its pristine condition. Check out the video below to learn some easy tips and tricks for doing so.