Buying a new car can involve some costly maintenance mistakes if you don’t do your homework. In this article, we’ll discuss four maintenance tips every new car owner should know: 1) Using “premium” gas won’t make your car run better. Many new drivers experience the pull toward premium, simply because it sounds like the better […]
Your car’s paint takes a beating in the winter, especially with the harsh and unpredictable New England weather. Dirt, salt, ice, and snow are all unforgiving. We know winter paint care can be challenging but we’re here to help. Here are a few tips and tricks to help your paint stay picture-perfect during the winter […]
As the days get colder and snow becomes imminent, you need to be prepared for the worst. In this article, we’ll go over the essential items that should be in your car’s winter emergency kit. Windshield Scraper and Brush If you live in New England, you should have these in your car anyway. Driving with […]
Winter is a tricky time for car seats. With the cold New England weather, it’s important to bundle up the family, but all those layers can be dangerous in the car— especially for kids still in car seats. With that in mind, we wanted to share a few tips to help you keep your little […]
For the entire month of September, V&F Auto is collecting new socks for local charities in our community in honor of SOCKtember! SOCKtember is an annual sock donation competition designed to bring communities closer together. It started in 2020 with four teams in Washington State who collectively raised over 5,500 pairs of new socks for […]
Should you consider using summer blend fuel this season? As most drivers know, gas prices often go up during the summer months starting around Memorial Day. Summer travel creates an increase in demand, refineries have to undergo spring maintenance which limits production, and natural disasters like hurricanes can disrupt international distribution chains. But gasoline sold during […]
When you’re flying out the door for your daily commute, an ergonomic car seat position probably isn’t the first thing on your mind. But, according to Ergonomics Simplified, driving can create significant stress to the neck and the upper and lower back, especially if your seat is in a sub-optimal position. Properly adjusting your seat […]
Buying a new car can be costly if you don’t do your homework. In this article, we’ll discuss four things every first-time car owner should know: 1) Using “premium” gas won’t make your car run better. Many new drivers experience the pull toward premium, simply because it sounds like the better alternative. While some high-performance […]
Now that we’ve reviewed the pre-season motorcycle maintenance, let’s talk about the first ride. The springtime debut of your bike is an exciting experience, but there are a few things to keep in mind: Plan Your Route Before you hit the road, it’s important to plan your route. Figure out where you want to go […]
As winter comes to a close and spring temperatures start to rise, it’s important to take a close look at your windshield wipers. Windshield wipers are a key safety feature on any vehicle, and even the highest-quality models are prone to deterioration over time. In harsh winter weather, the dirt, salt, and other debris on […]