WCCO's Car Care

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WCCO's Car Care

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August 22, 202628 min

Car Checkup List

What should you get regularly checked out on your vehicle? From brakes to battery, it’s important to know what’s going on with our car’s health on a regular basis. Nick lets us know the effect summer heat has on our car battery, when we should check our brakes, and other important checkup musts. Jeff from Spicer calls in to ask Nick about his stalled blower motor. If you have a car question or need your vehicle looked at visit Nick and his team at lloydsautomotive.net or give them a call 651-228-1316!

August 15, 202625 min

Inspections, inspections, inspections!

You never know how people treat their vehicles so it’s always top of mind to get those inspections when buying a used car. Also a reminder to never drive your vehicle without the break assist. Then Jeff from Hudson calls in to check in about his check engine light. Fault code diagnosis is always fun! Plus... weird critter smells... Nick tells us the biggest critter he's found stuck under the hood. f you have a car question or need your vehicle looked at visit Nick and his team at lloydsautomotive.net or give them a call 651-228-1316!

August 8, 202629 min

Car Basics… Not just for Beginners!

How exactly should we stay up to date with our car maintenance? There are many things we can do when it comes to protecting our fuel economy and car’s overall health. Nick Stoffel of Llyod’s Automotive reminds us to keep up with oil changes, keep your breaks tight and don’t forget to get that car washed to prevent rust! If you have a car question or need your vehicle looked at visit Nick and his team at lloydsautomotive.net or give them a call 651-228-1316!

August 1, 202624 min

Communicate and Prepare

Is it too early to talk about winter? It’s always a good idea to prepare for the future and Nick Stoffel of Llyod’s Automotive suggests getting a checkup before the cold weather sets in to best prepare. If you have a car question or need your vehicle looked at visit Nick and his team at lloydsautomotive.net or give them a call 651-228-1316!

July 25, 202626 min

Booked and busy!

Summertime means shops are busy. Nick Stoffel of Lloyds Automotive recommends planning ahead for car check-ups and oil changes especially before summer road trips. Don’t wait until the last minute! Also Nick’s cringiest in shop moments. Aka weird smells and critters. If you have a car question or need your vehicle looked at visit Nick and his team at lloydsautomotive.net or give them a call 651-228-1316!

July 18, 202628 min

The car wash line is worth it!

Laura chats with Nick Stoffel of Lloyds Automotive about how to save money on car maintenance. Plus mileage recommendations, “funny noise” diagnosis, and rust prevention. If you have a car question or need your vehicle looked at visit Nick and his team at lloydsautomotive.net or give them a call 651-228-1316!

July 11, 202626 min

Keeping your A/C in check, hybrid engines, and more!

We have another hot, humid week ahead which means your car’s cooling ability is key and we dive into what to look for when it comes to leaks and other fluids beneath that car! We also get into wheel bearing issues, hybrid engines, transmission flushes, unknown noises underneath and more! If you have a car care question for Nick and his team be sure to visit lloydsautomotive.net or call them at 651-228-1316.

July 4, 202627 min

Weather extremes and troubleshooting emission problems!

Extremes whether hot or cold, it is important to upkeep our battery - we talked about this when it comes specifically to the summer heat, Nick explains what that ‘check engine light’ really means! Also more electric related questions with your vehicle, misfires, hybrid vehicle options and much more! If you have a vehicle problem or question about your car be sure to reach out to Nick and his team at Lloyds - you can find more information at lloydsautomotive.net or give them a call at 651-228-1316.

June 27, 202628 min

Keeping your car maintenanced and check it often!

Susie Jones in for Laura with Nick Stoffel of Lloyds Automotive and today we tackled oil, car maintenance and different aspects of keeping your car in check when it comes to mileage and all around car care. From manifold issues, to knowing your oil - as the summer months heat up - keeping your car in check is key! If you have a car question or need your vehicle looked at visit Nick and his team at lloydsautomotive.net or give them a call 651-228-1316!

June 20, 202629 min

Keeping your car charged and safe in the summer!

A lot to get into with Nick Stoffel of Lloyds Automotive. Answering all of your questions from brake repairs, specifically caliper troubleshooting. Keeping that car battery juiced and charged - that and much more with Nick and you can contact him and his team at Lloyds Automotive in Saint Paul or visit their website lloydsautomotive.net or give Nick and his team a call 651-228-1316