Car Care Tips

  • Tips for New Drivers!

    For all the new drivers on the road, young and old, Nick's Auto Service in Anderson, IN would like to welcome you to the automotive community. Here are a few wise words to live by, to make your entrance into the driving world go as smoothly as possible.

  • Tire About to Blow Out? Here's What to Do.

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    At Nick's Auto Service in Anderson, IN, we understand that you can’t prevent malfunctions all the time, every time. At some point in your driving history, you’ve probably dealt with a flat tire. Sometimes a tire goes flat in a parking lot, but sometimes a tire can fail while driving. Here are some indicators you have a tire that is about to fail, and how to handle the situation.

  • Top Questions to Ask A Mechanic, When Routine Services Are Being Preformed

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    A good technician will give your car a quick inspection whenever you have maintenance performed. Fluid levels, tire condition, dashboard lights, and a variety of other items typically are briefly explored whenever you bring your vehicle in for maintenance. At Nick's Auto Service in Anderson, we're good at noticing things that need repair, but the fact of the matter is that only you know your car. You know when your car feels off when its been serviced last (or that it hasn't been serviced at all,) and have at least some vague idea of what’s going on with your vehicle day to day. Here are some questions you can ask us next time you come by the shop;

  • Used Engines and Transmissions - Are They Worth the Risk?

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    Nobody wants to put an engine or transmission in their car. However, when that time comes, it’s important to make an informed decision - here are some things to consider when installing a used engine or transmission, from Nick's Auto Service in Anderson, IN.

  • Using Your Jumper Cables

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    At some point or another, it’ll happen to you. You leave your headlights on, your battery finally fails, or for some other reason, you don’t have enough juice to start your car. Don’t call a tow truck just yet, though...Nick's Auto Service in Anderson has the info you need to properly jump-start your car.

  • Vehicle Safety Tips For Keeping Your Child Safe

    Part of maintaining your vehicle is keeping its safety devices in good working order, especially when there are kids in the vehicle. Seat belts, window locks, and airbag sensors work together to keep children safe in an automobile. Though safety components are generally very reliable, they do occasionally fail. Nick's Auto Service in Anderson, IN is here when they do; here are some things to watch out for.

  • What is an ASE Certified Technician and Why Does it Matter?

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    At Nick's Auto Service in Anderson, IN, quality and precision are our top priority. We specialize in well-engineered performance and luxury vehicles like BMW, Mercedes, Porsche, Land Rover, and Subaru - cars and SUVs that require the right touch. For this reason, we employ ASE certified technicians, to guarantee we’re the best in the business.

  • What should you do if you blow a tire?

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    The best way to deal with a blown tire is to prevent it from happening in the first place. However, eventually, a flat tire is going to occur, and it’ll most likely be when you least need it. From Nick's Auto Service in Anderson, IN, here’s what you need to do.

  • What Your Vehicle's Towing Capacity Means

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    Unless you use your vehicle to tow every day for work, odds are you haven’t paid much attention to your truck, SUV, or crossover’s towing capacity. Maybe you’re looking to buy a boat for some summer fun or just need to rent a trailer to get your belongings from one dwelling to the next. Whatever the reason for pulling something behind your vehicle, it’s important to get a firm grasp on what exactly your towing capacity means. Understanding how each of the components in your vehicle contributes to your overall tow rating can keep you from putting undue stress on your rig and keep you and your family safe.

  • When and Why Your Vehicle Needs a Tune-up

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    Tune-ups are an important and frequently neglected aspect of automotive care. Most drivers don’t really consider the mechanical condition of their car, so long as nothing is wrong with it. However, if a vehicle is tuned-up and maintained correctly, many mechanical failures (and expenses) will be avoided altogether. So whne is the right time to get a tune-up?

  • When to Call It Quits For Your Vehicle

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    There comes a time in the life of every fleet vehicle or commercial truck when you have to decide - is it time to retire that truck or van, or should you put the money into fixing it? At Nick's Auto Service in Anderson, IN, we’re here to help.

  • Why It's Important To Have Routine Maintenance

    An article about routine maintenance probably doesn’t sound like the most riveting read, but at Nick's Auto Service in Anderson, IN, proper maintenance is something we believe in wholeheartedly. Routine maintenance is the key to making a vehicle last for decades; if done correctly, your vehicle will stay reliable and enjoyable to drive, and you will save time and money in the process.

  • Why it’s important to always use quality parts

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    When something goes wrong on your vehicle, it can be tempting to take the cheapest route. With eBay, Amazon, and the countless other sources for car and truck parts on the market today, many people decide to go that route to save some money. Here are some points to consider when buying quality automotive parts, from Nick's Auto Service in Anderson, IN.

  • Jasper
  • Acdelco
  • Air Lift Tow and Haul
  • Ari Fleet
  • Asa
  • ASE
  • B&W Trailer Hitches
  • BF Goodrich
  • BG Products
  • Blue Ox
  • Bosch Automotive
  • Bridgestone Firestone
  • Bumper to Bumber
  • Be Car Care Aware
  • Carquest
  • Cooper Tires
  • Cummins Diesel
  • Customer Savings
  • Draw-Tite Hitches
  • Dunlop Tires
  • Duramax Diesel
  • Enterprise Fleet
  • Financing
  • Fleet Services
  • Flo Pro Performance Exhaust
  • Flowmaster
  • Goodyear
  • Ford Power Stroke Diesel
  • Hankook Tires
  • iATN
  • Kelly Tires
  • Magnaflow
  • Michelin
  • MACS
  • Mastercraft
  • Motorcraft Parts
  • Motorist Assurance Program
  • NAPA AutoCare Center
  • Reese Hitches
  • Shuttle Service
  • Sumitomo Tires
  • Tires
  • Towing
  • Toyo
  • Uniroyal
  • Viper
  • Wifi Available
  • Wright Fleet

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