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Seasonal maintenance during the fall is key to making sure your vehicle runs at its highest possible level throughout the colder seasons. When autumn arrives, call Earthycars, and you can make an appointment for your vehicle's seasonal maintenance. We’ll rotate your tires and inflate them properly, as well as provide you with the brake service, alignments, filter changes, and more that are necessary to keep your car running.

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Washing and detailing your car properly takes time, but what do you do when plans suddenly change, and you're picking up your partner's parents at BTV in five minutes? You need to make a good first impression... but your dusty car is filled with soda cans and gym bags.

Don't panic. Autoblog Details offers six tips to have your car cleaner in minutes.

• Empty trash from the car. If you need to stash it…

Sure, Vermont might be known for its winters —but that doesn't mean we don't have our hot streaks. That's why the team here at Earthycars wants to insure your air conditioning system is up to par for all the summer travel you have ahead. Because nothing spoils summer fun like an uncomfortable journey.

 

Sure, Vermont might be known for its winters —but that doesn't mean we don't have our hot streaks. That's why the team here at Earthycars wants to insure your air conditioning system is up to par for all the summer travel you have ahead. Because nothing spoils summer fun like an uncomfortable journey.

 

Driving your vehicle with the check engine light on could turn out to be a costly mistake. Many people tend to ignore the warning, but it's in your best interest to get it looked at as soon as possible. It could be an easy, inexpensive fix, or it could be more something more serious. Let's go over a reasons why your check engine light is on.

With the official spring less than a week away, it's time to make sure your car is prepared for the warmer weather and wet roads ahead.

• Give your car a good wash: Salt can build-up on your car during winter. This can cause rust and other problems, so be sure to you give your car a good wash once winter is over.
• Don't forget about the inside of your car: Spring is a great time to spend a day outdoors cleaning out the inside of your car. Vacuum, throw away any trash that has accumulated during the winter…

Which Type to Choose and Who to Bring It in To?

It's important to change your vehicle's oil regularly. Knowing the difference between synthetic oil and conventional oil certainly helps in this endeavor, for you must make a decision between the two that will affect your vehicle's engine life.

First of all, the conventional type of oil has been around first. It is a refined crude oil that has worked well for many years, but it requires more frequent changes as it is susceptible to forming sludge. Synthetic oil may start as crude oil as well, but…

Here at Earthycars, we recognize that car engines have truly come a long way over the decades. In addition to becoming more lightweight, powerful, and even fuel efficient, car engines now use technology to help you travel between destinations with ease. That’s why it is important to check every component in your vehicle’s engine routinely to ensure optimal performance and efficiency. Regular service appointments can help you to avoid the issues caused by friction, corrosion, overheating, and more.

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— Ford Motor Company (@Ford) September 27, 2016

Though it's not something we worry much about in our day-to-day here in Vermont, around the world, there is an increasing scarcity of clean drinking water. As climate change continues to take its toll and human population continues to soar upward, the UN estimates 47 percent of people will live in water-stressed areas by 2030.

Cars, you would think, are part of the problem, not the solution.

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At Earthycars, our expertly trained parts and service professionals offer can offer you a refreshing alternative to the long waits and anonymous customer service you find at big box stores and national retail chains.