A new year means new inspection stickers! In Massachusetts, all registered vehicles are required to pass an annual safety inspection. As of 2008, vehicles with the model year of 2001 or newer also have to pass an emissions test. If your sticker is about to expire, here’s what you should do. Be Prepared Before you […]
Four-wheel drive is awesome but, if you’re a new driver or you’re new to four-wheel drive, the power can be deceiving. While you may feel invincible trucking through snow and ice, it’s important to realize that even four-wheel drive has its limits. Knowing the Dangers One of the most common misconceptions about four-wheel drive is […]
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 […]
Bright Nights at Forest Park is a favorite New England pastime, with nearly three miles of holiday light displays. Every year, Bright Nights is open from Thanksgiving through New Year’s Day, with operating hours of 5:00 PM to 9:00 PM from Sunday through Thursday, and 5:00 PM to 10:00 PM on Friday, Saturday, and holidays. […]
With the season’s first big snowstorms on their way to New England, it’s important to make sure your car is equipped with a winter survival kit. This kit should contain all of the cold weather supplies and emergency equipment you’ll need if you find yourself stranded in your car the middle of a storm or […]
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 […]