The Fallacy of Cheap Tires
September 4, 2022
Do you ever shop for shoes in one of our American Fork area shoe stores?When buying a running shoe, is quality important?Does durability matter as long as the shoes look fabulous?Would you rather have one pair of long lasting shoes or two pair of lower quality shoes at the same price?Is the warr... More
Tacky or Techie? The Tachometer.
August 28, 2022
There's a gauge that many vehicles have that says RPM on it. And there are a lot of people who either don't pay any attention to it or don't even know what it is. Here's why it's a good gauge to know about. It's called a tachometer, and that "RPM" label means it is measuring how many revolutions... More
Automotive Tips from Charlie's Fast Lube Sparta: Making a Battery Last Longer
August 21, 2022
One thing all Sparta drivers can do to extend the life of their battery is to keep it clean. A greasy, dirty battery holds in damaging heat. Same goes for removing corrosion from the terminals. Charlie's Fast Lube Sparta can help maintain your battery.Allowing your battery to be deeply depleted ... More
Objects in the Mirror (Rearview Mirror Safety and Maintenance)
August 14, 2022
You may remember a song that went, "Objects in the rearview mirror may appear closer than they are." While that was a song about life's lessons, there are a few things we should all know about how important rearview mirrors are to safe driving. While new electronic devices are helping drivers be ... More
Distracted Driving
August 7, 2022
When asked, most people think they are good at multi-tasking. Scientific studies, however, reveal that only around 2% of the population can truly demonstrate the capacity to effectively multi-task. For the rest of us who are not so biologically wired, no amount of practice can increase our effect... More
A New Battery in Sparta
July 31, 2022
Hello Sparta drivers, let's talk about batteries. Car batteries are just like any rechargeable battery. They will eventually wear out and die. If you are shopping for a new battery in Sparta, here's some auto advice to help you.There are two measurements to consider when purchasing a new battery... More
Busted: The Maintenance-Free Myth in Sparta
July 24, 2022
There's a segment of the Sparta area population that's not committed to proper vehicle maintenance. Now, the ignition system in your vehicle is electronic and controlled by the engine management computer. Spark plugs rarely get fouled and will last for as much as 100,000 miles (160,000 kilomete... More
Is Your Sparta Driving Severe?
July 17, 2022
People near Sparta, Illinois, often ask Charlie's Fast Lube Sparta how often they should have a particular service done. It's a great thing to ask. You can look at your owner's manual or have your Sparta, Illinois, service advisor at Charlie's Fast Lube Sparta look up your vehicle in a service da... More
Fall and Spring Inspection at Charlie's Fast Lube Sparta
July 10, 2022
Good vehicle care for us Sparta residents has always meant taking our vehicles in every spring and fall for a check-up. Vehicles needed routine maintenance to prepare them for the changes in weather. Today's vehicles aren't quite as sensitive to seasonal changes. Older vehicles required different... More
E-85 Fuel Safety Advice from Charlie's Fast Lube Sparta
July 3, 2022
Today at Charlie's Fast Lube Sparta we want to talk with you about a very important safety issue. This automotive safety warning is coming from a very unusual source: fire fighting experts. You've probably heard of E-85 gasoline being offered in the Sparta area. Some newer vehicle models are sp... More