The Engine Gets a Boost (Turbocharged Engine Maintenance)
August 25, 2025
If someone told you that your vehicle could have the same power but with a smaller engine, wouldn't that sound like great idea? Just think, a smaller engine would save you money at the gas station and you'd still get the same horsepower. The technology to do just that has been around for a long t... More
Oil's Well That Ends Well (Oil Change Grades and Weight)
August 18, 2025
Changing your oil regularly is one of the most important things you can do to keep your vehicle running well. And knowing the right type of oil to use is also very important. Engine oil is classified by weight, but it doesn't refer to how much the oil would weigh if you put it on a scale. It r... More
Upsizing Wheels and Tires With Star Lube Centerton
August 11, 2025
Many Centerton drivers want to accessorize their vehicle - you know, make it theirs. One of the easiest ways to get a custom look is to get some new wheels. There are thousands of wheel designs at Centerton area tire shops to get you the look you want. And for many Centerton drivers, that look i... More
Stopping "Brake" Downs (Brake Pad Replacement)
August 4, 2025
If someone tells you to put the brakes on something, you know it means stop. And stopping is one of the most important safety maneuvers you can do in any vehicle. That means your brakes have to work properly. Let's face it. You stop dozens of times every time you drive. And over time, that t... More
Tracking True in Centerton: Wheel Alignment
July 28, 2025
At Star Lube Centerton, we occasionally see severe tire damage that could have been prevented with proper wheel alignment. During a Star Lube Centerton alignment service, your vehicle is put on an alignment rack where the tires, steering and suspension parts are inspected for problems. Then the ... More
Beware of Potholes! (Avoiding Pothole Damage)
July 21, 2025
You may live in a region where roads become pockmarked with craters known better as potholes. They're caused by moisture seeping through a compromised road surface that can freeze, expand and literally punch holes in the road. And when your vehicle hits one of those holes that's big enough, the... More
The Vivacious Vernal Vehicle (Preparing Vehicle for Spring)
July 14, 2025
Most of us look forward to spring because the days are longer, the weather's warmer and we can finally get our vehicles into warm weather mode. Here are a few things that will breathe fresh energy into anyone's car, SUV, truck or van. First thing is a good cleaning, especially underneath. If you... More
That Vexing Vapor Venting (Vapor Coming out of Vents)
July 7, 2025
You may have noticed sometimes on a hot and humid day, vapor will come out of your vehicle's vents when you have the air conditioning on. Is that something to be concerned about? Well, it depends. Sometimes that steam or vapor can be caused by water accumulating in the vent system after it has c... More
QUIET TIME (Listening for Vehicle Problems)
June 30, 2025
Everybody's got friends like this. You know, the kind who, the minute they get in their vehicle and turn the key, the sound system is deafening. They just love to hear that music, sports, news anything but the sound of the vehicle itself. And maybe you're that person, too. Here's something to ... More
Motor Oil?The Synthetic Advantage (Synthetic oil vs Conventional)
June 23, 2025
Youve probably already heard that regular oil changes are extremely important for the health of your vehicles engine. Thats sound advice. But what you might not know is when it comes to motor oil, the real thing may not be the best thing for your engine. There are different types of motor oil: ... More