Exhaust Service at Charlie's Fast Lube Sparta: Passing the Smell Test
June 28, 2020
The exhaust system on a vehicle is more complex than most Sparta residents realize. It contains everything from old-fashioned pipes and clamps to sophisticated computers and sensors. All Illinois folks know a properly functioning exhaust system is good for the environment, but sometimes we forge... More
Charlie's Fast Lube Sparta: Why Replace Your Engine Air Filter?
June 21, 2020
Just as our bodies need clean air to function properly, your vehicle engine needs clean air to operate efficiently. Let's go egghead for a minute. For every gallon of gas we burn driving on Sparta streets, 20 pounds of carbon dioxide comes out the tailpipe. Question: how can a gallon of gas that... More
What to Do in Case of an Accident in Sparta
June 14, 2020
Screeching tires, crunching metal it's an accident! If you've ever been in a car accident in Sparta, even a minor one, you know how upsetting it can be. It's hard to think straight and know what to do.Let's review what Sparta drivers should do in case of an accident:When an accident occurs, you... More
Can Your Car Last Another Year?
June 7, 2020
Have you checked out the price of new vehicles at Sparta car dealers? Ouch! Add financing and insurance and a new ride may not seem so attractive. A lot of Sparta, Illinois, folks are hoping to make their cars last a lot longer.Fortunately, with the current state of automotive engineering and ma... More