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Do your brakes make grinding noises when you slow down? Get a free brake system check today to catch issues before they get dangerous and costly.

Comment below with something you're thankful for today!

Northwest Auto Services hopes you have a happy and blessed Thanksgiving Holiday.

Keeping your vehicle in top condition is both a good way to avoid being forced to dive into the car market and a good way to increase its value if you do decide to trade up. Bonus Tip: Call Northwest Auto Services today to schedule a tune up!

If you've got a big crowd to feed next Thursday, today might be the day to make space in your fridge! According to the USDA, you should allocate 24 hours of thaw time in the refrigerator for every 4-5 pounds of turkey.

Driving as little as possible after dark is safety tip number one. But sometimes, especially when the days grow shorter, that simply isn't an option. To maximize your vision:
1. Use your brights at night in almost all cases, except when there are oncoming cars.
2. Don't economize. When buying a new or used car, look for models with top-rated headlights.
3. When given a choice, opt for the best headlights available.
4. If your car is several years old, consider getting your headlights and casings replaced.
5. Keep your windshield and headlights cleaned, for obvious reasons.
6. Reset the illumination levels of your dashboard lights and any in-car screens to low. Bright light inside makes it harder to see outside.

Maintaining your vehicle's battery can help prolong its life and prevent future dead battery issues. Here are some tips to keep your battery in top shape.

On behalf of everyone at Northwest Auto Services, we would like to express our sincere gratitude to all of the men and women who have faithfully served in the US Military. Happy Veterans Day.

As cooler weather approaches, weak or dead batteries are a common cause of starting problems. While dead batteries are a relatively easy fix that don't usually require a visit to our shop, there are some other issues that can keep your vehicle from starting up as normal and may require professional assistance.

If the head gasket fails, it can result in coolant leaks, oil leaks, or cylinder leaks. Depending on the severity, the results may simply be an annoyance or may prevent the engine from running efficiently, if at all. If you start to notice any of these signs call Northwest Auto Services at 509-487-2984 today and let us take a look!

There's nothing worse than getting into your vehicle and being confronted with a terrible smell. Opening your windows on your drive or covering the scent with an air freshener may help temporarily, but actually eliminating the odor will require a deep cleaning. Here are some potential ways to deodorize your vehicle and make it smell great again.

Do you see or experience any of these indicators of shock or strut problems? Not sure? Bring your vehicle to us and we'll take care of it for you.

November is National Gratitude Month. We're thankful at Northwest Auto Services for our incredible customers. How about you?

The scary reality is that according to a study published by the Journal of the American Medical Association, Halloween has historically been one of the deadliest days of the year for pedestrians, especially children. Here are few ways drivers can help keep the everyone safer this year.

We love helping our customers with their vehicles, but we also look forward to a relaxing, fun, or productive weekend. What are your plans for the weekend?

Vehicle maintenance does more than just save you money. Call Northwest Auto Services at 509-487-2984 today to make an appointment.

Deciding on a vehicle is a big decision for new parents. It is important to have something that is safe, something that will last, and can meet your current and future needs.

Severe weather, rainfall and flooding can definitely take their toll on car owners. After a big storm event, even if your vehicle hasn't been flooded or completely covered in water, we recommend checking for damage due to water intrusion or contamination. These tips are also useful tips for ensuring that you don't unknowingly purchase a previously flooded vehicle.

Don't underestimate the importance of your belts. Bring your ride into Northwest Auto Services today and we'll inspect them for you.

National Teen Driver Safety Week seeks to raise awareness and find ways to prevent teen injuries and deaths on the road. Here are a few tips for keeping your teen driver safe on the road:
- Periodically reiterate the rules of the road and your family's specific rules.
- Talk about the dangers of distracted driving and driving under the influence.
- Take a ride with them every now and then to ensure they follow the traffic rules.
- Consider enrolling them in a defensive driving course.
- Keep in mind that vehicles with advanced safety features such as airbags, electronic stability control, and crash avoidance technology (blind-spot detection, lane departure warnings, etc.) will help to keep teen drivers safer.

It's Friday the 13th. What are your driving superstitions?

Normally, you're going to see some sparks and may even feel a surge of electrical current. This is because the reverse polarity causes the current to flow in the opposite direction, which can lead to damage or even personal injury.

Connecting the cables backwards can also damage the vehicle?s electrical system and the battery itself. As a result, you might experience malfunctions in different components or a dead battery that won?t take a charge.

While all this information might sound scary, modern vehicles often have built-in safeguards to prevent significant damage. Nevertheless, you?ll always want to double-check the connections before jumping your car to avoid any potential mishaps.

Been there...

Now used whenever you want to get things moving (literally or figuratively), the phrase developed in the early 1900s as a reference to traveling circuses or other entertainment acts.

With summer just a fading memory, it's now time to start thinking about getting your car ready for the colder months ahead. Here are a few simple things you can check and do yourself to help keep your vehicle in top condition. Call us at 509-487-2984 today to schedule your next tune-up.

Name Your Car Day on October 2nd encourages a special commitment to your vehicle. Does your ride have a name?

In analyzing thousands of deer-vehicle collisions, experts found that these accidents occur most frequently at dusk and dawn, when deer are most active and drivers' ability to spot them is poorest. Only about 20 percent of accidents occur during daylight hours. Deer-vehicle accidents occur eight times more frequently per hour of dusk than daylight, and four times more frequently at dusk than after nightfall.

It often depends on how and where your vehicle is driven, but here is a rough guide for how often you may need to replace these common car parts.