Using the proper fuel for your vehicle is one of those small habits that can make a big difference over time. Imagine trying to power your smartphone with the wrong charger—it just wouldn’t work well, ... Read More
Why You Should Get a 4-Wheel Alignment Every Year or 15,000 Miles
Hey there! Let's talk about something that might not be the first thing on your mind when it comes to car maintenance, but it’s super important—getting a 4-wheel alignment. You might be wondering, "Do ... Read More
Why Procrastinating on Car Repairs Can Cost You More in the Long Run
Hey there, fellow driver! We’ve all been there—hearing that odd noise from the car or noticing a warning light on the dashboard and thinking, “I’ll get to that later.” Life gets busy, and it’s easy to ... Read More
Keep Cool with McGrath Auto and BG Cooling Services
Summer is here, and with it comes soaring temperatures that can make driving uncomfortable and even unbearable. McGrath and BG Cooling Services can help! Whether you're planning a long road trip or ... Read More
Winter Weather Ready
With snow, ice, and potentially hazardous driving conditions constantly bombarding those of us here in the Midwest, it helps to be prepared. The first bloom of spring is still a few months away, and ... Read More
How to use Wireless Charging in a New Kia
Throw out your cords, because you won’t need them! A new convenient feature, wireless charging is available on new Kia models. We are going to quickly explain how to use the wireless charging feature ... Read More
How to Jumpstart your Vehicle
We’ve all been there, you tried to turn on your vehicle, but it just isn’t starting up. No big deal, we will explain exactly how to jump your vehicle safely so you can get back on the road. To ... Read More
Swapping Wheels From One Car to Another
One of our most frequently asked service questions we get here at McGrath is: “Can I swap wheels from a different model of vehicles to another?” When it comes to swapping out wheels from one make and ... Read More
Does Cruise Control Help You Save Gas
The question does cruise control save gas has been a long debate among drivers. We will cover the facts on how cruise control can impact your fuel mileage, the benefits of cruise control and ways you ... Read More
What is Synthetic Oil
There are a few different attributes to what we call a conventional oil versus a semi synthetic and a full synthetic oil. We will cover the differences between synthetic, convention and semi synthetic ... Read More