Hydroplaning can be nerve rattling for any driver. And just because we live in the desert doesn’t mean we get a free pass. Believe or not drought prone areas can be even more prone to perfect hydroplaning conditions. Knowing a little bit more about this road hazard could literally save a life. What Is Hydroplaning?…
posted on May 24, 2016 by
Do those DIY dent repair tools really work?
Regular Hi Star customer Stephanie Wood ask us our professional opinion so we decided to share the inside scoop with all of our customers. Q: Do those As Seen On TV hacks that you can buy for $20 bucks really fix dents? Is it worth my money? A: There are no two dents exactly like,…
posted on May 23, 2016 by
Knowing When To Change Your Spark Plugs
The short answer is spark plugs help start your engine and keep it moving. They are the necessary component that ignite the air and fuel mixtures within the cylinders. Costly damage can occur down the road if you don’t maintain regular cleaning or changing of your engine’s spark plugs. How Often And When On average…
posted on May 19, 2016 by
Saving Fuel During The Warmer Months
Gas grades tend to be a better mix, and there is less aerodynamic resistance to your car during the summer months, but saving fuel means more road trips in the long run. Hi Star Auto Center has some tips to help stretch that gas budget further. AC Versus Rolling Down The Windows When trying to save…
posted on April 28, 2016 by
Fleet Services to Increase Gas Mileage
Having properly aligned wheels is an essential element to maintaining proper gas mileage and avoid uneven wear and tear on your tires. In a previous article we discussed how an alignment helps you get more miles out of your tires. Today we are going to explain how this single service can help reduce fleet costs…
