A Not-So-Straight Story (Vehicle Pulls to One Side)
December 1, 2024
A vehicle should travel straight down a straight road with the steering wheel centered. But time and travel can take their toll and soon you may find your vehicle pulling to the left or right. Those are not good signs and should be taken care of fairly quickly. One thing that you should note is... More
Straight Ahead (Wheel Alignment)
October 13, 2024
If every road was straight and smooth, we wouldn't have to worry much about wheel alignment. But they're not, so we do. Hitting potholes or driving on rough pavement can knock your vehicle out of alignment and you'll notice it in one of several ways. Your steering wheel may not be centered when ... More
Go Straight: Wheel Alignment for Sparta Automobiles
April 10, 2022
Sparta drivers may have an alignment problem if their car drifts or pulls to one side, the steering wheel's off center, they notice uneven tire wear or the car doesn't feel like it handles right as they drive down Sparta, Illinois, streets and roads.When all of a vehicle's wheels are lined up exa... More
Power Steering Service at Charlie's Fast Lube Sparta in Sparta
March 4, 2022
Many Sparta drivers have been hearing about technological advances in power steering, specifically electric power steering. Some very high-end cars have been featuring electric power steering. Power steering fluid has the necessary hydraulic properties and the ability to lubricate the internal p... More
Straight and True in Sparta: Wheel Alignment
June 6, 2021
Most Sparta folks worry about running out of gas or having a breakdown on the side of the road. That is why we practice preventive maintenance on our vehicles that and to keep our repair bills down. But one important part of preventive maintenance that may get overlooked by drivers in Sparta is... More
Trip Inspection at Charlie's Fast Lube Sparta in Sparta
January 10, 2021
Sparta area drivers love their vehicles. And one of the most enjoyable things about them is taking a road trip. Freedom from daily schedules, new sights and the open road it's great! But there's nothing like vehicle trouble to bring the fun to a grinding halt.Now Sparta drivers can't always avo... More
All Lined Up: Wheel Alignment Service at Charlie's Fast Lube Sparta
January 3, 2021
When all of your vehicle's wheels are lined up exactly with each other, your wheels are in alignment. Hitting a road hazard or even just the normal bumps and bounces of everyday driving in Sparta can cause your vehicle's wheels to be out of alignment.Driving for an extended time around Sparta wh... More
Tracking True in Illinois: Wheel Alignment in Sparta
October 11, 2020
The biggest issue for Sparta area drivers is always safety. When your vehicle wheels are out of alignment, the vehicle will pull to one side, which could lead to an accident. When you're vehicle is out of alignment, you should have it taken care of right away at Charlie's Fast Lube Sparta in Spa... More
Automotive Tips from Charlie's Fast Lube Sparta: Causes of Wheel Misalignment
January 19, 2020
When properly aligned, all of your wheels are pointed in the same direction. Your vehicle will track true and handle the way it is designed. Sparta drivers often associate our wheels being knocked out of alignment with an event like a major crash, hitting a pothole, curb or some other object. Whi... More
Tracking True in Sparta: Wheel Alignment
December 8, 2019
At Charlie's Fast Lube Sparta, we occasionally see severe tire damage that could have been prevented with proper wheel alignment. During a Charlie's Fast Lube Sparta alignment service, your vehicle is put on an alignment rack where the tires, steering and suspension parts are inspected for probl... More