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Maintaining reasonable gas mileage is a concern of every driver, but many may not be aware of the effects that suspension systems can have on mileage. The suspension not only insulates you and your passengers from vibrations, it also stabilizes the vehicle-body and aligns the tires, among other things. For example, tires that are out of alignment can cause premature tire wear and failure and can also cause component-fatigue.

By the same token, old or damaged springs can compromise the overall stiffness of your suspension. 

Sometimes when you are driving along an interstate through the city, you can see a car that has broken down on the side of the highway with a tow truck that has pulled up next to it with its flashers on. Most times, drivers don't know what to do when such situations come up and choose to continue their journey. Most cars will whiz past the truck at a very high speed, not knowing the danger that this action could cause.

However, we recognize that many people driving in the United States are not aware that every state in…

It is very important to give your car a pre-check before you take it out for a spin, especially if you are planning on making a long trip.

Some things that you should pay attention to are your tires and your fluids. You want to always make sure that your tires are properly inflated and have good tread. You also want to make sure that all of your fluids such as your oil, coolant, brake fluid, and any other fluids are topped up. Don't forget your windshield washer fluid.

Horsepower is the very heart of your engine and provides stabilized traction on long trips. It is also the drive behind your acceleration and is a must-have in sports cars, trucks, and muscle cars. You choose which engine works best for you, but the most common high horsepower engines are the V6 and V8 engines. Your local authorized auto dealer, like Perkins Motor Plex, can help you find just the right horsepower for your dream car.

Most racing cars depend on how much horsepower is packed in their engine to have a good chance of winning their race. 

Imagine what it would be like driving behind a string of traffic during or after a downpour. Without the assistance of your windshield washer system, it would be almost impossible to see where you were going. The result might be a collision or pulling off the road and into the nearest service station to have the washer reservoir refilled.

You may be wondering why simply filling the reservoir with water from the tap is just as good. Well, wonder no longer.

When you need a part for your car, why not come into Perkins Motor Plex to talk to our service experts about OEM, Original Equipment Manufacturer, parts instead of just any old replacement parts? Our team of parts specialists will be happy in assisting you in finding the correct, original part for your vehicle. Our Service Center can make the process of finding the correct part easy and economical because finding the right part the first time is important.

Don’t Let Spilled Food Dampen Your Holiday Travel This Year

The holidays are always a great time to spend time with family. It’s a time when everything seems to slow down and it’s also a great excuse for eating more than you probably should.

If your vehicle is starting to run a little rough, it might need certain fluids checked. There are many different fluids that keep your vehicle running at peak performance, and from time to time they have to be checked and changed. That's what we at Perkins Motor Plex do and do quick. Which fluids have to be checked and changed? There's several basic fluids that should be checked every so often:

• Brake fluid
• Power steering
• Oil

One of the best ways to monitor your vehicle's health is to pay attention to the warning lights that your dashboard features. Those warning lights let you know when you have a problem that could leave you stranded on the roadside, so you should never let them go unattended. Our dealership can look at your vehicle if you're seeing those lights and help get the issue remedied. The lights on your dashboard each represent a specific problem. Here's a few common ones you might see:

• Brake light: usually will come on with any brake-related problems or total…

October is Fall Car Care Month which makes it the perfect time to give your car a little tender loving care before cold weather sets in. Just doing a few simple things can save you money and a headache down the road. Here are a few steps you can take to make sure your car is ready for cooler temperatures.