July 2022 - V&F Auto Inc

What To Do If You Discover A Windshield Crack

Finding a crack in your windshield can be unnerving for any driver. Here’s what to do if you discover a windshield crack, to help make the repair process as smooth as possible: Stop Driving First thing’s first— you shouldn’t drive with a cracked windshield. Windshields are designed to provide protection from extreme impact and debris—the […]

Conventional Oil vs Synthetic Oil: What’s the real difference?

With rising inflation, we’re often asked about the difference between conventional oil vs synthetic oil, and which is better. In this article, we’ll explore: what’s the real difference? And is synthetic oil worth the extra price tag? Understanding The Basics Oil changes can be a hassle, but they’re a crucial part of engine maintenance. Car engines […]

The Dangers of Car Battery Corrosion & How to Prevent It

No matter what kind of car or battery you have, your terminals can become corroded over time making them poor conductors of electricity. While corrosion will not make your battery combust or catch on fire, buildup on battery terminals can keep your car from starting. In this article, we’ll explore some practical ways to prevent […]

The Most Common Summer Car Repairs During the Summer

Summer days have a lot of our customers itching to explore. With the mid-summer slump coming and flight prices sky high, it’s time to plan a road trip! Before you hit the highway, we always recommend scheduling a tune-up. Here are some of the most common summer car repairs you can avoid with a quick […]

Best Navigation Apps On the Market

The only thing more frustrating than using a navigation app is finding the best one for you. We did some searching and narrowed it down to the top three picks: 1) Google Maps Google Maps is a classic. The intuitive platform and wealth of information have made this app one of the top competitors in […]

The Best Summer Road Trips From Western, MA

Summer days have a lot of our customers itching to explore. With the mid-summer slump coming and flight prices sky high, it’s time to plan a road trip! Living in New England, day trips are a breeze. If you’re looking for some quick summer road trips from Western, MA, we’ve put together the perfect list. […]

This Year’s July 4 Fireworks In Western MA

July is here and, after a few years of muted celebrations, we’re all excited for some stellar July 4 fireworks in Western MA. Here’s a round-up of all the July 4 festivities happening for the Fourth. July 1 Independence Day Celebration | McGuirk Stadium, Amherst | 5:00 PM Beacon Field | Greenfield, MA | 9:35 […]