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Things we don't expect happen to our vehicles. And let's face, no one really wants to spend money on an unexpected repair. But if you are putting off going to your vehicle repair facility because you'...Published on: Apr 08, 2018 -
Have you ever seen a ballet performance? Have you wondered how all of those dancers manage to travel all over the stage jumping and twirling and never crash into each other? That's the job of a choreo...Published on: Feb 19, 2018 -
Changes in vehicle design and manufacture have resulted in changed fluid requirements for our vehicles. With the sophistication of engines, transmissions, differentials, etc., it's best for Eagle La...Published on: Feb 06, 2018 -
Eagle Lake area residents may remember when the U.S. government's “Cash for Clunkers” program made a splash on the news scene. People were offered incentives to trade in old vehicles for n...Published on: Jan 23, 2018
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Shopping for tires in Eagle Lake can be bewildering because there are many choices. Let's simplify. There are four main classifications of tires, each designed for different purposes.First off,...Published on: Jan 15, 2018 -
Just like your skin can burn from too much sun, so can the paint on your vehicle. It can turn dull, oxidize and fade the more ultraviolet rays beat down on it. One solution is to park in a shady...Published on: Jan 08, 2018
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Your alternator makes electricity to start and run your engine and all of the vital electrical systems in your vehicle. That’s everything from the on-board computers to the turn signals. And of ...Published on: Nov 19, 2017 -
Many Eagle Lake car owners have probably wondered: "What's the harm in putting off replacing an engine air filter? The answer is that not replacing it could cause your Mass Air Flow (...Published on: Oct 15, 2017 -
Hello Eagle Lake drivers! Need a new battery? There is a good chance that you do – 70% of batteries need to be replaced within four years. As your battery discharges and then recharges as you ...Published on: Jun 28, 2017 -
The timing belt in your engine controls the opening and closing of the intake and exhaust valves. Eagle Lake drivers need to replace it on a schedule to avoid failure.Timing belts are very difficult t...Published on: Jun 06, 2017
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Today in our Hughes Automotive Inc blog, we're going to talk about following recommended service intervals. Your vehicle isn't the only aspect of your life with recommended intervals: What abou...Published on: May 15, 2017 -
If you haven't shopped in the Eagle Lake area for a new vehicle recently, you're likely to experience some sticker shock. It seems everything is costing more these days. And when you consider the pric...Published on: Apr 11, 2017 -
Do I keep my old vehicle or buy a new one? It's a question most Eagle Lake drivers ask themselves at some time or another.Generally, what it comes down to is the choice between a car payment...Published on: Jan 30, 2017 -
When Eagle Lake drivers need to replace tires, they need to know how many they should get and on which axle they should be placed. Replacing a damaged tire may leave you with three others with signifi...Published on: Dec 27, 2016
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Most Eagle Lake drivers know something about preventive maintenance on a vehicle. We know we should routinely replace the oil and wiper blades and other fluids. But have you heard of a PCV valve ? Thi...Published on: Nov 30, 2016 -
Have you ever thought about all the little things we do to keep our lives running smoothly - like vacuuming? It makes a room feel fresher and more comfortable. We may not consider that we're also prol...Published on: Nov 21, 2016
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Some Eagle Lake 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 Eagle Lake, you should be aware of safe...Published on: Oct 09, 2016
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Whether we're trying to save money, save gas or save the environment, most of us Eagle Lake drivers have an interest in decreasing fuel consumption. We've all heard about ways to save money on gas in ...Published on: Jul 24, 2016
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There's a lot of auto advice in MN right now on how to save money on gas. Some of it is good advice. Some of it isn't. Some of it is myth. And it may well be a scam. Plain and simple. When s...Published on: Jul 12, 2016
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The simple fact is that 70% of car batteries fail within 4 years. They just need to be replaced at Hughes Automotive Inc when they are no longer able to hold a full charge.Batteries are a big ticket i...Published on: May 08, 2016