When you are driving on the road, you must be prepared for emergencies. One of the things that can happen to you while you drive is a flat tire. If you have a spare tire, then you should be able to get back on the road.
A compact temporary tire is lightweight and does not take up as much space as a full-size spare tire. This kind of tire should only be used in emergency situations. You should drive straight to a dealership or mechanic to get the tire replaced with a compact temporary tire.
Did you know that the tire pressure number written on your tires might not be the right pressure for your car? When filling your tires, it is always best to follow the vehicle manufacturer's recommendations. This information is in the owner's manual.
Tire pressure is important because it affects how much of the tire comes into contact with the road. Overfilled tires have less surface area touching the road, which reduces traction and handling. Tires with too little air pressure produce a lot of drag, and they can be difficult to control on poor road surfaces.
Advancements in the automotive industry have made the often-heard advice to change your car's oil every 3,000 miles a thing of the past. However, how often should we be changing our oil at Ramey Auto Group?
One way to find out is to open up your owner's manual. Based on your driving habits and the type of car you drive, you will find the appropriate recommendation. Manually checking your oil is another way to find out when it needs to be changed. If you do this, then you will not need to rely on recommendations or guesswork…
Our staff at Ramey Auto Group knows how hard it can be to drive during the winter. When it starts snowing, the roads can get slippery, and your visibility can be reduced. The white snow does a very good job of blocking your eyesight, and this is one of the main reasons you should switch to winter windshield wiper blades.
How do winter windshield wiper blades help you see? When snow is falling hard, regular windshield wiper blades may not be strong enough to deal with the heavy snow. Winter wiper blades are encased in a tough rubber shell that…
Every winter many of us have to contend with a torrent of not only cold weather and winds but also the snow and ice that plagues the roads and driveways, turning them into dangerous ice arenas that will cause many of us to either end up in a snowy ditch or to slip and fall, potentially causing serious damage to our vehicles or our bodies.
Stay safe this winter with two easy to acquire items, salt, and sand. Your regular table salt is not what we are talking about here; sodium chloride rock salt is the kind you need. It…
Driving conditions in the Princeton, Tazewell, Blacksburg, and Richlands area are notoriously variable. You could be commuting in short bursts across small-town roads, driving for hours along the highway, or putting your truck or SUV's four-wheel drive to the test on steep, muddy backcountry trails. It can get blistering hot in summer, and freezing cold in winter.
What does that mean for your oil change interval?
Every vehicle has a different recommended oil and filter change schedule, based on its make and model. How and where you drive also factors in. You may need more frequent oil...
A well-maintained vehicle is a safer vehicle. For no other maintenance task is this as obvious as brake repair. Without brakes working to their full power, you may find it takes longer to come to a full stop. If you need to make an unexpected stop to avoid a deer, a pedestrian, or another vehicle, your car's stopping power is essential.
Fortunately, this Chevrolet video teaches drivers one easy way to tell if their brakes are wearing out -- squeal.
Most of the makes and models sold at Ramey Auto Group have brake-wear indicators called "squealers" built in. If you…
