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Every tire you see has numbers and letters on the sidewall. What most people don’t know is that these numbers reveal information about the size, model and brand of the tire. As such, the U.S. Department of Transportation requires all tires to have these markings as standard.

The first letter usually means the class of the tire. For instance, the letter P means the tire is meant for passenger cars. There are instances where the letters LT appear before these markings. In this case, these letters mean the tire is meant for light trucks. 

Your tires wear out faster than most other components on your vehicle, and there is nothing cheap about replacing them. So naturally, drivers want to do everything that they can to maximize the lifespan of that tire tread. One of the simplest and most important things that you can do to help get the most out of your tires is to keep the air pressure in them at the recommended levels. 

 

You always want your vehicle’s performance to be at its best for every season of the year. This can only happen when you schedule an appointment with our service center at the appropriate time. Here are some tips in that vein.

It is clear that different seasons affect or wear out various mechanical components of a car. During the summer months, the air conditioning and cooling system are used more frequently and thus to welcome a new season they need to be inspected and repaired, if need be. 

Vehicle manufacturers usually provide buyers with informative user guides or manuals. However, many are the times when most car owners ignore some essential maintenance practices suggested by the manufacturer. If you own a car, tire rotation is one of the practices that help enhance safety and lengthen the useful life of your car tires. The concept of tire rotation is relatively new to most drivers and car owners but it is quite simple for you to understand. It involves moving tires from one wheel position to another to encourage even wearing. If you rotate your car tires often, you can…

Salt. Dirt. Rust. These are all enemies of your vehicle and will destroy the body and paint job of your beautiful car. Don't let that happen! Just keep up on your car washes and you can avoid all of those problems. Dirt is abrasive and will wear away the paint on your vehicle if it has the chance to build up. Even bird droppings, sap, and dead bugs can destroy your paint. Make sure that you get your vehicle washed at least every two weeks and that you opt for the extra wax. Keeping a protective layer of wax…

You’ve likely heard the acronym “STEM” in the media. It stands for Science, Technology, Engineering and Math—these four areas are still male-dominated in the marketplace.

More and more organizations are trying to change this, through education of girls and young women in these areas. In fact, Ford recently announced a new partnership with “Girls Who Code,” in Palo Alto, California. The purpose of the partnership is to have team members mentor and instruct these young women, encouraging them to delve into technology.

Here at Dean Arbour Ford of West Branch we're proud to host an onsite service and repair center that's staffed with extremely talented Ford specialists who are capable of automotive magic. If your vehicle is due for any kind of work, you can rest easy that our team is more than capable of handling it. Just wait until you see what they can do.

 

Once you see what #FordSpecialists can do, you’ll want to see more.

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When was the last time you checked your vehicle's oil? Checking and changing your engine's oil regularly is a key component in keeping your car running smoothly for many years. If you need a reminder, then take a look at this informational video below by Ford.

Here at Dean Arbour Ford of West Branch we want to improve your driving experience and also keep your car in tip top shape. That's why utilizing