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Did you know there’s an easier way to get into a new car if you want to trade in your vehicle? You don’t have to refinance unless you really want to keep your car. If you have a vehicle with high car payments equaling 40 to 50% of your monthly budget, then it may be time to refinance or trade in your vehicle.

However, refinancing doesn’t always work. Your interest rate may be lowered after a certain period, but you’ll likely spend less time and money by choosing a new car and trading in your vehicle…

Being a low mile driver means that you drive your car for fewer miles than others. When you go fewer kilometers, you shall save on money and time spent on maintenance.

You shall be able to skip several maintenance tips during maintenance and continue to keep your car in good shape. Low mileage drivers clock less than 40 miles daily. They also fall into the below categories:

1. Those who regularly use public transportation
2. Those living close to work
3. Retired people and no longer commute to work
4. Those who have an extra vehicle

Below are few tips to consider if you…

It’s easy to clean your car’s tires when you have the right tools and cleaners. You definitely don’t want to use any agents with chemicals that will strip away the conditioner and protectant sealing in your car tires. These include dish soaps with caustic degreasing agents. Instead, you’ll want to find a cleaner that is labeled safe for all car wheels.

To clean in the nooks and crannies of your tires, you can use a stiff bristled brush, such as a nylon brush. These work with tire cleaning agents to get all of the dirt and…

Hydroplaning is a scary experience, and if you want to avoid it, you should have a better idea of what makes vehicles to hydroplane. Ruxer Truck Center, we're here to help you stay safer on the road. We know what an uncomfortable feeling not being in control of your vehicle is because it happens to everyone every once in a while. So if you want to stay in control whenever you're on the road, follow these tips to avoid hydroplaning.

First of all, make sure that you are driving at a reasonable rate for the weather. When there…

A clean engine is very beneficial for identifying oil leaks and preventing external engine parts from becoming too difficult to remove when repairs are needed. It's an easy do-it-yourself task. Here's how Ruxer Truck Center suggests that drivers in Jasper clean their car's engine.

Items needed:

• Can of Degreaser
• Scrub Brush
• Garden Hose
• Running Water

The first thing that you must do is remove the negative battery cable. 

The mufflers are used to quiet the loud sounds that your vehicle makes. It is located inside of your exhaust system. You can find in the back of your vehicle towards the bottom of it. The exhaust system also helps reduce the amount of noise that your vehicle makes. It also helps keep the harmful fumes away from the vehicle. Additionally, the exhaust system can help improve engine performance. This will reduce the amount of money that you spend on gas.

There are numerous signs that indicate that something is wrong with your muffler. For example, you may notice that…

Replacing your tires is the best way to prevent a flat tire and getting stuck on the side of the road, but how do you know when your tires are about to fail? It can be dangerous to drive on failing tires, particularly when you notice excessive vibrating. This common warning sign of a failing tire means that your tires are misaligned or there could be a bulge in your tire.

Bulging tires are dangerous to drive on, particularly at higher speeds. If you notice your steering wheel vibrates or that your car pulls to one side, you’re dangerously…

When should you get fuel system service? People often ask our Ruxer Truck Center service techs this very question. The answer is simpler than you think.

Every 30,000 Miles or Less

To keep your vehicle running properly, try to get fuel system service every 30,000 miles or less. Depending on how you drive and the number of miles you drive daily, your car my require fuel system service more or less frequently. During fuel system service, trained techs

• Clean varnish from the engine valves
• Add fresh fuel additive
• Clean varnish from the throttle body
• Change the fuel filter…

Many people will drive on winter tires all year long. However, it is important to note that winter tires are only for the winter. The winter tires are made out of a special rubber that helps you get maximum grip when you are driving over icy and snowy conditions. This rubber will stay pliable during the winter months, but heat can cause these tires to wear out a lot faster.

Leaving the winter tires on all year long will cause you to spend a lot more money in the long run. Your winter tires will wear out more quickly, so…

The sleet and snow that come with winter weather can make for adverse driving conditions, so it's important to adjust your driving habits during such events.

Driving in sleet and snow all comes down to visibility and traction. Before you even get in your vehicle, make sure all your windows as well as the roof are clear of snow. Use your defroster to ensure good visibility. Once inside, it should go without saying to fasten your seat belt.

Make sure your snow tires are in good condition, and if chains are necessary, do install them. Don't make any…