Is Brake Rotor Resurfacing Right for You? Should You Resurface Your Brakes? What do brake pads, engine oil, and air filters have in common? They’re all candidates for routine maintenance on your car, truck, or SUV, along with tire rotations and a variety of other services. Each one is critical to keeping your vehicle on […]

Similar to gas mileage, the wear and tear on your brakes will vary depending on where and how you drive. And determining just how long they’ll last depends on several factors. In our last article, we talked about how to tell if your brakes are leaking but there are countless ways to prevent this from […]

A corroded battery terminal can look ominous but it’s usually an easy fix. No matter what kind of car or battery you have, your terminals can become corroded over time making them poor conductors of electricity. Here’s how to handle a corroded battery terminal: Why do battery terminals corrode? When you see corrosion on the […]

Similar to gas mileage, the wear and tear on your brakes will vary depending on where and how you drive. And determining just how long they’ll last depends on several factors. Here are a few common signs that it’s time to get your brakes replaced: When your sensors send you an alert. All cars have […]

If you’ve been in a car accident, you know the aftermath is never fun— from insurance claims to repairs, the whole process can be a hassle. You might be tempted to skip the repair shop after a minor fender bender, especially if there aren’t any signs of major damage, but it’s an important part of […]

V&F Auto Inc. is proud to be the best local auto repair shop in Agawam, MA, and one of the few to provide guaranteed auto services to all of our customers. Read on to learn more about our commitment to our customers and our community! Our Team Since 1988, our family-owned and operated service center […]

Cruise control is the system that automatically controls the speed of a motor vehicle. The system takes over the throttle of the car to maintain a steady speed, which is set by the driver. This system controls the speed of your car the same way you do: by adjusting the throttle position.  But, instead of […]

Here in New England, we can expect to get a few large snowstorms each winter. Below is a collection of our best tips to prepare for a winter storm warning in Western MA. Stock Your Winter Emergency Kit When a winter storm warning hits Western MA, the first thing you should do is check your […]

Five Smart Driving Tips For New Drivers Five Driving Habits for All Drivers to Adopt If you’re reading this, you’re presumably interested in learning how to become a better or better driver. Driving is a routine action for most experienced drivers, and once we get behind the wheel, we don’t have to give it any […]

It may not seem pointless to keep your car clean in the snowy months, but getting a good winter car wash is key to preventing rust. Some paint and rust experts recommend washing your car after every big storm, or any time you think your car may have been exposed to salt, sand, or other […]