The first warm weekend of the season traditionally triggers a symphony of cleaning products, vacuums, and garden hoses. But while you might be in a hurry to put a shine on your vehicle, it’s equally important to make sure you get your car ready for the warm weather on the inside as well as the…
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The most recent Farmer’s Almanac calls for a winter season that is unusually cold with plenty of snow. For drivers, that could mean some difficult and dangerous driving conditions. You need to prepare your car for winter driving. First, be prepared by taking your car to a certified automotive technician, like those at Erie Muffler…
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The cold weather affects your car too. Along with making driving more hazardous due to ice and snow, extreme winter weather can be stressful, especially on older cars. These winter car care tips will help you make it through the perils of winter driving. As winter approaches take your car to your trusty mechanic and…
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Car care can be intimidating, often because people don’t know what to check on their vehicles – or when to check it – to keep them in good working condition. A recent survey by the Car Care Council found that 38 percent of cars had low or dirty engine oil, more than 50 percent had…
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One of the questions that many people ask is “How often should you change the oil in your vehicle?” Dante Ciccone, owner at Erie Muffler and Brake Ltd. in Port Colborne notes that engine oil should be changed every 5,000 to 8,000 km depending on your grade and specs. “Most wear and tear on…
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Dante Ciccone and Beau Rose, owners of Erie Muffler and Brake Ltd. in Port Colborne are happy to announce that their business has recently won several awards from Niagara This Week’s 2021 Readers Choice Awards. The shop won the following awards as chosen by Niagara This Week’s readers: Diamond Award – Favourite Muffler/Exhaust Platinum Award…
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