March 2nd, 2022 by Hillside Automotive In short, almost always yes. You may have received a call near the end of your manufacturer’s warranty or sometime after from a company offering to extend it for either a monthly fee or a lump sum. They may have avoided using the word ‘warranty’ but instead offered a ‘service contract’ for repairs. Some
February 2nd, 2022 by Hillside Automotive Keeping your current car in good shape is more important now than ever. Food and houses are not the only things that have increased in price during the pandemic. Used car prices have gone up more than 30% in the past year, while used car inventory is down 15% in the same time frame
September 16th, 2020 by Hillside AutomotiveYour vehicle is running fine. So why bother taking it in for an inspection? A lot of reasons! 1. Cut repair costs. Discovering a worn component before it creates major problems can save big money. 2. Safety. A poorly maintained vehicle can drive you into a serious accident. 3. Better performance. This translates to improved
March 20th, 2019 by Hillside Automotive Winter in New England leaves vehicles looking worse for wear. When the warm weather returns and you start thinking about your spring cleaning list, don’t forget your car. Follow these steps to protect your investment and get ready for those summer road trips. Change your air filters. If you haven’t changed your air filter
February 8th, 2018 by Hillside Automotive“With proper care, many of today’s cars can last 200,000 miles or more,” says Consumer Reports. In addition, “Owners seeking to limit repair costs by trading in their vehicle every three to five years may lose out on thousands of savings.” The key is regular, quality maintenance. When comparing the costs of buying and keeping
October 24th, 2017 by Hillside Automotive What do cars with 200K or more miles often have in common? Owners who followed the recommended service schedule. A well maintained vehicle is more dependable, safer, more fuel efficient, less polluting, and more valuable. Your vehicle is a big investment. Performing regular scheduled maintenance is the best way to get the most
August 23rd, 2017 by Hillside AutomotiveWith proper care and use, a vehicle can outlive generations of owners. According to the Car Care Council, other than a major accident just about the only reason for a vehicle to go to the recycling yard is neglect. Alarming fact: every 20 minutes Americans dump enough cars into junkyards to form a stack as