Maintenance

  • The Maintenance Free Myth
    Sometimes we hear people in Schaumburg say, "What's up with all this maintenance stuff? Modern cars just don't break down." While it is true that today's vehicles are extremely reliable, t...
    Published on: Jan 05, 2010
  • 10 Services Schaumburg Drivers Often Overlook
    We live such busy lives nowadays: work, social events, running the kids all over Schaumburg. Some days it's all we can do to keep track of everywhere we need to be. That's why you've gotta be organi...
    Published on: Jan 14, 2010
  • The Easy Way to Save Cash in Schaumburg
    The hottest Illinois news story may be different every day, but there's one topic that seems to come up over and over again – the price of gas in Schaumburg. If you feel like most of your payc...
    Published on: Jan 27, 2010
  • Keeping Your 'Old Faithful' Auto Running
    At Schaumburg Automedics we've had a lot of Schaumburg customers asking how they can make their vehicles last longer. These questions are actually a reflection of a trend that's been building for seve...
    Published on: Mar 03, 2010
  • Keeping Your Car Young in Schaumburg
    As Schaumburg consumers, we live in a disposable society. It's amazing all the stuff we throw away.New stuff comes out so fast in Illinois, and much of it is fairly cheap, so we just toss the old and ...
    Published on: Apr 07, 2010
  • Synthetic Oil for Schaumburg Autos
    If you are a driver in Schaumburg and you aren't currently using synthetic motor oil in your vehicle, maybe now's the time to consider it. Need more information? Well, synthetic motor oil ...
    Published on: Apr 29, 2010
  • Following Recommended Intervals for Your vehicle
    If you're reading this article in Schaumburg, Illinois, then you probably care about your vehicle and how it runs. Even though you care, there is still that moment of dread when your profession...
    Published on: May 20, 2010
  • Keep Your Schaumburg Car Breathing Free: Engine Air Filter
    Hey Schaumburg - this is something really amazing: Your vehicle uses 12,000 times as much air as fuel when you drive it. All of that air has to be filtered to keep your engine clean.That's...
    Published on: Jun 17, 2010
  • Technician Training at Schaumburg Automedics
    Your vehicle is important to you, and keeping it running properly is important to your lifestyle. That's why you're smart enough to have it serviced regularly at Schaumburg Automedics in Schaum...
    Published on: Aug 20, 2010
  • Hey Schaumburg Drivers; What Is the Most Distracting Food?
    So what is the most distracting food to have in the car while driving around Schaumburg?Is it: A Hamburger; Coffee; A Soft Drink, or Gummy Bears? Well, you may be surprised to learn that all ...
    Published on: Sep 30, 2010
  • Fall and Spring Checkup in Schaumburg
    When I was a kid, my dad always made sure he took the cars in for Spring and Fall checkups. I was telling a friend that it's about time to get into Schaumburg Automedics for a checkup and he said that...
    Published on: Oct 14, 2010
  • Training Received by Technicians in Schaumburg, Illinois
    When your vehicle breaks down in the Schaumburg, Illinois, area, or just needs some routine service, it can make you a little nervous. Because your vehicle's so important to your life, you...
    Published on: Nov 02, 2010
  • The Harm in Skipping an Oil Change for Schaumburg Drivers
    People in Schaumburg have been hearing a lot about higher oil change intervals these days. Maybe you're wondering: What are the key issues?Some new vehicle manufacturers are now recommending much hi...
    Published on: Nov 18, 2010
  • Are Modern Vehicles Maintenance Free?
    In our auto video today we'll be talking with Alan Peterson about myths surrounding automotive maintenance. You can lump these myths into the statement that "modern vehicles are so re...
    Published on: Dec 08, 2010
  • Make Your Vehicle Last
    We live in such a disposable society. It's amazing all the stuff we throw away. New stuff comes out so fast, we just toss the old and move on. In the old days, Illinois folks were real sticklers about...
    Published on: Sep 13, 2011
  • Clean Air for Your Engine: Engine Air Filters In Schaumburg
    Every Schaumburg car owner who has taken their car in for an oil change has been told that their engine air filter's dirty. Here's what goes into the determination of when to change the filter: Firs...
    Published on: Sep 22, 2011
  • Economics of Maintenance for Schaumburg Auto Owners
    Buying a new car in Schaumburg is always a big financial decision. The allure of that new car smell is powerful, to be sure. But what if your current car is still in good shape? How do you...
    Published on: Sep 28, 2011
  • Schaumburg Automedics On Your Serpentine Belt
      Today we're going to be talking about serpentine belts for our Schaumburg, Illinois, customers. Let's start by talking about the accessories that are driven by the serpentine belt. F...
    Published on: Oct 13, 2011
  • Does Your Car Have A Recall Item?
    Recalls are pretty serious for Schaumburg residents and don't happen all that often. But sometimes cars have less serious problems that Schaumburg residents still might want to know about. For these l...
    Published on: Jan 31, 2012
  • Schaumburg Automedics Maintenance Tips: The Belt Goes On
    {{ image('http://autonettv.com/media/thumbs/SerpentineBelt_0909_SusanJoel_SN_s.jpg') }} All Schaumburg service advisors know that without the alternator, the battery will go dead in a few miles. Th...
    Published on: Feb 24, 2012