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Get Your Oil Changed at the Right Times

If it's been a while since you've purchased a new car, you've probably noticed that some things have changed since your last vehicle purchase. One of the things you should be aware of is how often to change your oil, and there's a good chance you've been changing your oil every 3,000 miles or so. However, that may not be necessary anymore.

For newer car models, you can go about 7,500 miles between oil changes. Some cars may require you to change the oil about every 5,000 miles. However, you don't…

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Choosing the Tires that You Need

The work of picking out tires to add to your vehicle is work that is important. You have the job of choosing tires to add to your vehicle, and you need to take that job seriously. Our parts team here at Mike Carpino Ford Inc. is here to help you understand your options.

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What Tires Are Best For Your Weather Driving Conditions

Tires are an important part of our vehicles. Tires that are properly sized and installed increase the safety of your vehicle, as well as your driving experience. Let the experienced staff at Mike Carpino Ford Inc. service station help you find the tire that is right for your vehicle and needs.

There are several types of tires as well as many brands of tires. Some of the common types of tires are all-season, summer and winter tires. For vehicles that are four-wheel drive, there are also all-terrain tires. All-season tires are good for any type of weather year-round...

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What Are These Weird Wear Patterns On My Tires?

 

 

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Tires wear down over time as you drive. If everything with your vehicle is as it should be, your tires will wear down fairly evenly. But if you notice that your tires have peculiar patterns of wear, it is likely a sign that your vehicle requires some maintenance. Taking care of any issues quickly can help you get more out of your tires.

What causes unusual tire wear?

  • Over-inflated tires
  • Under-inflated tires
  • Misaligned wheels
  • Worn or bent suspension parts

How do I stop excessive…

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Plan Ahead to Make a Road Trip the Vacation it Should Be

A road trip is something that many people often see as being a vacation, an event that enables them to temporarily get away from their regular day to day lives. If you are wanting to go on a road trip, it is highly recommended for you to ensure that you are taking what you need in it with you.

Going on a road trip often entails packing some necessary items. Some of these items are: accessories such as phone chargers, meals, snack items, clothes, hygiene items, and more. You will want to have assurance of knowing that you are adequately…
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Keep Up On Oil Changes

Each and every vehicle needs general car maintenance. Keeping up on simple things like an oil change can greatly affect the efficiency and safety of your vehicle. An oil change is extremely important for a variety of different reasons. For starters it helps to keep the engine clean. It also works to keep the engine cool and running smoothly. The most important task of the engine oil is to keep the many metal moving parts of the engine lubricated and moving smoothly.

When oil levels become low or dirty it can greatly affect how well the vehicle will run. The…
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With Replacement Parts, There’s a Big Difference Between OEM and Aftermarket

When summer rolls around, we know a lot of people undertake some of the bigger projects or fixes they’ve may have been putting off the rest of the year. With that in mind, we at Mike Carpino Ford Inc. wanted to remind our customers that not all parts were created equally, and there’s a big difference between OEM Ford parts and aftermarket parts. Take a look at the video below before picking up any aftermarket parts for your Ford cars, SUVs, or trucks.

 

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