The Dashmaster Automotive, Inc Guide to Saving Fuel: Beware of MythsThere's a lot of auto advice in Michigan 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 someone offers you a product designed to save money on gas, ask yourself, “Does this sound too good to... Read More Posted in Fuel System on May 31, 2017 Improve Your Night Vision When Driving in HollandNight driving in Holland is not as safe as daylight driving as evidenced by the increased accident rate at night. Much of that is simply because it's dark outside.Visibility is important to safe driving. Ninety percent of our driving decisions are based on what we see. And at night, we just can't... Read More Posted in Headlamps on May 15, 2017 Tracking True in Michigan: Wheel Alignment in HollandThe biggest issue for Holland area drivers is always safety. When your vehicle wheels are out of alignment, the vehicle will pull to one side, which could lead to an accident. When you're vehicle is out of alignment, you should have it taken care of right away at Dashmaster Automotive, ... Read More Posted in Automotive News on May 08, 2017 Busted: The Maintenance-Free Myth in HollandThere's a segment of the Holland area population that's not committed to proper vehicle maintenance. Now, the ignition system in your vehicle is electronic and controlled by the engine management computer. Spark plugs rarely get fouled and will last for as much as 100,000 miles (160,00... Read More Posted in Maintenance on April 30, 2017 Maintaining Your Diesel in HollandDiesel engines have been used extensively in Europe and Asia for many years. They haven't been as common in the Holland area because of the high sulfur content in our diesel fuel. But the government is now mandating lower sulfur content and, as a result, we are going to see more Holland... Read More Posted in Fuel System on April 23, 2017 Alternative Fuel Vehicles in Holland, MichiganLet's talk about alternative fuel vehicles. In their quest to reduce the use of fossil fuels and harmful exhaust emissions in our Michigan environment, automakers will have a number of alternatives for Holland drivers very soon.For instance, Flex Fuel vehicles are already available in t... Read More Posted in Fuel System on April 18, 2017 Professional Fuel System CleaningGetting adequate fuel to your engine is very important for performance, fuel economy and safety. In order to accomplish this, your fuel system needs to be clean.Today's production cars have fuel injectors, rather than a carburetor. The injectors need to be cleaned from time to time in or... Read More Posted in Fuel System on April 11, 2017 AAA HALLOWEEN TIPSHALLOWEEN SAFETY TIPS FROM AAA Partygoers & Hosts Make plans to get home safely. If intending to consume alcohol, make plans to get home safely by selecting a designated driver or ensuring cab service is available from the party location. Consider an overnight stay. If attending a party at ... Read More Posted in none on April 03, 2017 Timing Belt Service to Save Big Bucks in HollandYour engine is like a finely choreographed dance. All the parts have to work together. If the timing is off at the ballet, dancers crash into each other and fall down. It the timing is off in your engine, it may not run at all. One of the most intricate dances in your engine, has to do ... Read More Posted in Timing Belt on March 26, 2017 Good Service at Dashmaster Automotive, Inc Equals Good Fuel Economy in HollandWhether we're trying to save money, save gas, or save the environment, most of us Holland drivers have an interest in decreasing fuel consumption. We've all heard about ways to save money on gas in Michigan, but does it really add up to much? How much can we boost our fuel economy through prevent... Read More Posted in Fuel Economy on March 19, 2017 |
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