Hold the Oil! (Oil Pan Gasket Replacement)
June 2, 2025
You've likely heard how important oil is to your vehicle's engine. Did you know that there's one part that's responsible for holding that oil so you can use it every day? It's called the oil pan, and it sits at the bottom of the engine. The oil pan is a vital, though simple, part of your engine's... More
Automotive Tips from Xpress Pro Tire & Auto Springdale: Battery Testing
May 26, 2025
The simple fact is that 70% of car batteries fail within 4 years. They just need to be replaced at Xpress Pro Tire & Auto Springdale when they are no longer able to hold a full charge.Batteries are a big ticket item for most Cincinnati drivers and its tempting to put off buying a new one as long ... More
3 Winter Windshield Tips (Care of Windshield)
May 18, 2025
Cold weather can present some real challenges when it comes to your vehicle's windshield. Think of it. Your windshield is your window to the world when you're driving, and clear visibility is extraordinarily important for safe travels. So here are 3 tips to ensure that your windshield can do it... More
How Far We've Come (Newer Vehicle Technology)
May 11, 2025
Automotive design has come a long way since the days of the Model T, especially when it comes to safety technology. You can thank computers for a lot of the latest innovations. Here are a few that have been making their mark in recent years. Adaptive cruise control. This is cruise control with... More
Don't be Fuelish (Signs Fuel Pump is Failing)
May 4, 2025
A driver of a large SUV loaded with equipment was heading on a 7-hour work trip when he stopped at a gas station to refuel. When he went to restart his SUV, it turned over but wouldn't catch. Try as he might, he was never able to get it started again. Of course there are many things that can c... More
Bad Vibes (Disc brake rotor problems)
April 27, 2025
If you were to name the most important safety feature on your vehicle right now, what would your answer be? A lot of driving experts would agree that its your brakes. Most newer vehicles use a well-engineered and efficient style of brakes called disc brakes. The name disc brakes comes from one ... More
Xpress Pro Tire & Auto Springdale Brake Service for Safe Stopping in Cincinnati
April 20, 2025
Let's talk about something critical for all Cincinnati drivers: your brakes. Your vehicle is heavy, and it takes a lot of muscle to bring it and your passengers to a safe stop so everything needs to be in good working order. Here's an explanation on how your disc brakes work: The wheel hub keeps... More
When it Comes to Air Filters, Change is Good (Clogged Air Filter)
April 13, 2025
Engine air filters may not seem like a big deal, but when theyre clogged up with dirt, dust, and insects, your engine could wind up choking for air and not delivering you the power and performance it was designed to give. There are actually a couple of air filters in your vehicle. One filters th... More
The Vivacious Vernal Vehicle (Preparing Vehicle for Spring)
April 6, 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
Tire or Re-Tire? (Getting Tires Ready for Hot Weather)
March 30, 2025
Heat isn't easy on vehicle tires, and as the seasons change, make sure yours are ready to take the heat. Let's talk first about inflation. Heat causes air to expand, so heat alone can raise the pressure in your tires. If you are driving on overinflated tires, they won't have as much contact wi... More