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Like many drivers, you may drive a car, SUV, or truck that can shift from 2-wheel to 4-wheel drive on-demand. If you do, then your vehicle almost certainly contains something called a transfer case.

Transfer cases are mini-transmissions that attach to regular transmissions. From their vantage point, transfer cases can route torque from the main transmission to each drive wheel. Many transfer cases allow drivers to shift into either high-4x4 or low-4x4. High-4x4 offers you several advantages that include lateral stability and traction. 

When the tire pressure indicator light goes off in your vehicle, take this seriously and don't ignore the trouble. The longer you drive with too much or too little air in the tires, the better chance you are doing damage to the car tires. If the tire pressure is too low in the car tires, the tires have more surface area in contact with the road. Not only do they wear faster, that added friction increases the heat too. The under-inflated tires make it harder to steer your vehicle too.

When the air pressure in the car tires is…

Most of us have had to change a tire at some point, and depending on what kind of vehicle you have, you probably have either a full-size spare tire or a compact temporary tire. It is important to note that these are two very different kinds of tires.

A compact temporary (or "doughnut") tire is rated for about 50 miles of travel maximum. They are not designed for extended use and going further on one really puts your safety at risk. 

The temperature outside just seems to keep dropping, and while we would love to stay cozied up in our homes all winter long, we still need to get to work each day, get the kids to school and activities and make sure we keep up with all of our errands. Driving around in the slush and snow can put a lot of wear and tear on our vehicles, but the cold temperatures can also affect our cars in a negative manner. We here at the Lithia Auto Stores want to give you some tips on how to protect your vehicle…

If your car is suddenly much louder when you are driving down the road, you could have hole in your exhaust system. While a hole in your muffler should be a quick repair, it's necessary to have your entire exhaust system checked to make sure there aren't additional holes.

Your exhaust system is made out of metal that comes in contact with road salt and other chemicals. Over time, the metal is going to corrode, causing holes in the exhaust. You may notice a loud car, or smell fumes coming into your car. Bring your car to a…

Driving a car is a responsibility, and you have to follow a good maintenance schedule to keep your car running well. Your brakes should be inspected at least once a year or after driving 12,000 miles, whichever occurs first.

To keep you safe on the road, brakes need to be checked for pad wear, fluid levels and blocked brake lines. At our Lithia Auto Stores locations, we provide quality brake service and will inspect your system to check for problems.