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Top Tips For Keeping Your Car Clean

Top Tips For Keeping Your Car Clean

Photo by Zulfahmi Khani on Unsplash Top Tips For Keeping Your Car Clean Welcome to Brookside "66" Service, your trusted auto repair shop in Kansas City, Missouri! With decades of expertise and commitment to quality service, we share valuable tips on keeping your car clean. Regular car maintenance ensures smooth, reliable performance and enhances the driving experience. Let's dive into our top tips for maintaining a clean and pristine vehicle. Wash Your Car Regularly Keeping your car clean starts with regular washing. By removing dirt, grime, and contaminants from the exterior, you maintain its appearance and protect the paint and finish. At Brookside "66" Service, we recommend washing your car at least once every two weeks, depending on weather conditions. During the hot summer months, when dust and pollen are more prevalent, keeping your car clean and debr ... read more

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How Are Your Tires Doing? Tips for Maintenance

How Are Your Tires Doing? Tips for Maintenance

Photo by Frank Albrecht on Unsplash How Are Your Tires Doing? Tips for Maintenance Your vehicle's tires are crucial in ensuring your safety on the road. When it’s hot out, we tend to focus on other aspects of our vehicle–say, the A/C or exterior detailing–and forget about the importance of our wheels. This post will explore an often-overlooked aspect of vehicle maintenance: tires. Brookside "66" Service provides top-notch tire services to keep your vehicle running smoothly. The Impact of Hot Asphalt The scorching summers in Kansas City can take a toll on your vehicle's tires. The intense heat radiating from asphalt can lead to accelerated wear and tear, affecting their performance and lifespan.    High temperatures can cause the air inside your tires to expand, leading to overinflation. Check your tire pressure regularly to ensure it is ... read more

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5 Signs of Electrical Issues in Your Vehicle: Tips from Brookside “66” Service

5 Signs of Electrical Issues in Your Vehicle: Tips from Brookside “66” Service

Photo by Jump Start Review on Unsplash 5 Signs of Electrical Issues in Your Vehicle: Tips from Brookside “66” Service  When you get a cold, there are usually a few symptoms beforehand that help you prepare for the illness. I know people who can tell days or weeks ahead when they’re becoming sick–whether it be because of an itchy throat, a particular headache, or low energy. You’ll also get some warning signs about your vehicle before a breakdown happens; we must pay attention!    It can be overwhelming to always be observant of your vehicle's needs, but fear not; we're here to help you identify the signs of electrical issues and get your vehicle safely back on the road! Dimming or Flickering Lights  Dimming or flickering lights are telltale signs of an electrical problem that could be caused by a faulty alternat ... read more

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How To Show Your Car Some Love During Missouri's Winter

How To Show Your Car Some Love During Missouri's Winter

Photo by Danny Sleeuwenhowk on Unsplash How To Show Your Car Some Love During Missouri's Winter Kansas City, you have fourteen days to make the ultimate Valentine’s Day reservation or pick up a delicious meal for one (because who says you can’t treat yourself on Valentine’s Day?!). Even if you don’t plan on celebrating with homemade cards or heart-shaped chocolates, one thing deserves some attention this time of year: your vehicle!    Missouri’s weather is unpredictable and ever-changing, so your car must always be in tip-top shape for the road ahead. Below, I’ll go over some simple car care tips that can help you with your vehicle, a few preventative maintenance reminders, and even some DIY tips for showing your car some love this year.  Car Care Tips for Missouri’s Winter  The weather in Missouri can be unpredictable ... read more

5 Ways To Celebrate These Upcoming Holidays

5 Ways To Celebrate These Upcoming Holidays

Photo by Nathan Lemon on Unsplash 5 Ways To Celebrate These Upcoming Holidays Kansas City is the place to be if you're looking to celebrate the holidays! From volunteering at one of the local retirement homes to enjoying a meal at one of our many restaurants on the Country Club Plaza, there are plenty of ways to have fun in Kansas City during this time of year.  Volunteer At A Local Retirement Home. One of the best ways to celebrate the holidays is by giving back. You can volunteer at a local retirement home to help host games and holiday activities or hang out with some folks who don’t have a family to visit them. If you don’t want to head into the center, you and your kids can make cards for staff at your local center.   If volunteering sounds like a good idea, there is no limit to what you can do. Many local organizations offer volunteer opportunitie ... read more

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