Fuel Saver Tips

brmotion — Wed, 02 May 2012 17:43:27 +0000

BR Motion is dedicated to “Keeping Baton Rouge in Motion” with tips for improving fuel economy by our certified technicians who specialize in routine maintenance and import services. According to the Environmental Protection Agency, poor automotive maintenance can cost consumers up to 35 cents per gallon. Simple and affordable routine maintenance on both domestic and imported automobiles can help save consumers a significant amount of money at the gas pumps.

According to AAA, engine maintenance is the single best way to save money at the pump.
Faulty oxygen sensors or worn spark plugs can ruin the fuel mixture and produce incomplete combustion. Fixing these issues can improve gas mileage significantly. These routine maintenance and import service issues can be easily dealt with by our trained and certified professionals.

Oil changes are important to fuel economy. Old oil can cause friction and heat that leads to damage and inefficiency. According to the Environmental Protection Agency, an oil change can improve a consumer’s gas mileage by 2 percent. It can also extend the life of the engine. BR Motion can help with selecting the best oil for your domestic or imports vehicles.

Most people know that properly inflated tires can increase gas mileage by 3.3 percent. However, many do not know that tire alignment and tire rotation can increase gas mileage. Tire alignment and tire rotation reduces the tire’s resistance against the road. This improves gas mileage and extends the life of your tires.

There are many other routine maintenance and import services, like filter replacements, which can increase engine performance and save you money at the pump. BR Motion is dedicated to “Keeping Baton Rouge in Motion” by providing all these services and more for both import and domestic cars.

Spring Car Care Tips

brmotion — Sun, 15 Apr 2012 14:16:18 +0000

Spring Car Care Tips

So long cold mornings and hello warm driving weather!

Now is the time to get your car prepped and ready for the hot months ahead. Here are a few helpful tips to get you started:

Check your tires - Tire pressure changes about 1 pound per square inch for every 10 degrees Fahrenheit change in temperature.
Wiper blades - Windshield wipers take a beating all year round in Louisiana, so wipe the pollen off those blades and make sure they are still making full contact with the windshield and have not dried out.
Rotate tires - Every 5,000 – 10,000 miles and extend the life of your tires significantly by reducing wear.
Change oil and filter - don’t forget your car’s regular maintenance! Call us to see if it’s oil change time.
Change air filter - Your car’s air filter prevents dust and other debris from getting into the engine’s running parts, meaning less efficient use of gas and weaker engine performance.
Flush and fill cooling system - This is cheap insurance against engine failure. Flushing is recommended every two years, for most vehicles.
Check battery and plugs - Be sure to keep your battery posts and connections clean. Check with us to see if it’s time to replace those old plugs.
Clean the interior - Spring time is a great excuse to clean out your car of useless junk and garbage. It’s also a great time to treat your car to a Mist Service in order to rid your car of mold, germs, and bacteria.