A Turn for the Worse (Using Turn Signals)
April 23, 2023
Distracted driving is bad, you know that. Daydreaming, talking on the cell phone, putting your makeup on in the rear view mirror. All bad. But there's something else that causes more than twice as many accidents, according to a recent study. And that's people who don't use their turn signals.... More
Know Your Towing Limits in OKLAHOMA CITY
April 16, 2023
Some OKLAHOMA CITY drivers figure that anything they can attach to their trailer hitch can be towed by their vehicle. Nope. If you're going to do any towing around OKLAHOMA CITY, you should be aware of safety issues, Oklahoma towing laws and potential liability.Understanding tow ratings is import... More
How Tired Are Your Tires? (Tire replacement)
April 9, 2023
Of the things you think about most, your tires are probably pretty far down the list. Thats understandable because todays tires are engineered to do their job without needing you to pay too much attention to them. But they DO wear out, and worn tires can contribute to skidding in bad weather, not... More
Bad Vibes
April 2, 2023
Your vehicle has a way of letting you know when something's wrong. Consider a vibrating steering wheel. It certainly didn't do that when it was new, so that shake is trying to tell you something. There are a few things that can cause your steering wheel to vibrate as you drive down the road. One... More
Regular Schedule or Severe Service Schedule at South Side Garage?
March 26, 2023
Today's South Side Garage article focuses on severe service maintenance. Many OKLAHOMA CITY drivers are not aware of them and yet there are also very vocal advocates in Oklahoma who think that severe service schedules apply to everyone. Somewhere between a complete lack of awareness and the dire... More
Water Everywhere (Clogged Drains)
March 19, 2023
It's bad enough when you mistakenly leave a window open in your vehicle on a rainy day and you find your carpet soaked. But what in the world is going on when your windows are closed tight, not leaking and you STILL wind up with wet carpet? The answer could be something you might not even know y... More
Talk to South Side Garage About New Shoes for Your Vehicle
March 12, 2023
Custom wheels are one way that OKLAHOMA CITY folks express themselves and personalize their vehicle. But they aren't as cheap and easy as sticking decals on your back window. There are several factors that need to be considered, including cost, the fit of the wheel, modifications that will have ... More
Improve Your Night Vision When Driving in OKLAHOMA CITY
March 5, 2023
Night driving in OKLAHOMA CITY is not as safe as daylight driving as evidenced by the increased accident rate at night. Much of that is simply because it's dark outside.Visibility is important to safe driving. Ninety percent of our driving decisions are based on what we see. And at night, we just... More
All Lined Up (Alignment Inspection)
February 26, 2023
When you head down a straight road, does your vehicle pull to one side? Do you feel vibration in any of the wheels? If you've noticed any of these things, it's probably time for you to get your wheel alignment checked. When your vehicle left the factory, its wheels were parallel to each other an... More
Steer Me Right! (Failing Power Steering Hose)
February 19, 2023
Most drivers love how easy it is to turn their vehicles, and they have power steering to thank. Engineers have figured out a way to take some of your engine's power to help you turn. Without it, steering can be quite a chore. New power systems are electric, but there are still plenty of the old... More