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A vibrating steering wheel while driving your car is a sure sign that there are problems with your wheel alignment. At Hendrick Honda Hickory, we will service your vehicle if you have a bumpy ride, putting your wheels back into alignment once again.

Take a good look at your tires. The tread should wear evenly around the tire. If the wear is on just the inside or outside of your tire, there are issues with your alignment. It's not difficult to get your tires aligned, and it's important to get the work done on your vehicle before you…

Having a bag of sand, salt, or litter in your vehicle can save you one day. If you ever get stuck when driving in the winter, you need traction to get out. Your mats will work somewhat, but they will normally end up slipping out from under your tires and prove to be quite useless. If you sprinkle sand, litter, or salt down, it will stay put and help you to get going.

It doesn't really matter which one you use, but sand is the best bet out of the three options since it will not corrode your car…

There are a number of dashboard warnings that you may see when you are driving. Some simply are there to remind you that your bights are on or that you have your cruise control set.

If you get a warning that says that your engine, transmission, or battery needs attention do not hesitate to bring your vehicle to us here at Hendrick Honda Hickory so that we can fix the issue for you. You don't ever want to put off getting your vehicle checked out if your dash indicates that there is an issue. You can only kick the…

Something you probably suspect is that not all winter windshield wiper blades are created equal. Once you get around to realizing that winter wiper blades offer an advantage, the next challenge is to choose the right brand or type for your vehicle. Manufactures design winter blades to fight off harsh snow, ice, and freezing rain conditions.

The good thing is an effect blade won’t ice up. Manufacturers design them with a protective guard, and the blades are often tested at temperatures of -20 degrees or more. There are advantages to buying a manufacturer’s brand that you can trust…

It’s back to school time, and while we’re all preparing to check off the school supplies lists, why not check a few things off your other lists? Routine maintenance is a great idea when we’re heading into the fall season, because there are certain things that need to get done, or should at least be updated in preparation for the cooler weather. While Hickory tends to stay rather nice the majority of the year, it’s important to be prepared for the worst.

The time has come when winter is just around the corner. While Hickory isn't known for its snow storms, it's always good to be prepared. Fortunately, getting prepared for the snowy season is as easy as taking these great winter car care tips in to consideration:

• Are your vehicle's maintenance needs up to date? Now is a great time to check your owner's manual to ensure that they are.
• Check in on your vehicle's heating system and defrosters. Having these systems checked is a great way to ensure both visibility and passenger comfort.