Posts by KIm Swisher
Winter is Coming … Is Your Car Ready?
Champion Auto Parts has compiled a list to help you make sure your vehicle can handle whatever Mother Nature throws at it.
Check the Antifreeze
Make sure your car’s antifreeze is at the proper level. If it is running low you run the risk of having the water in your radiator freeze, preventing it …
Winter Storage Now Available
We have leased the old Mazda dealership in Rhinelander to provide you more storage options.
We offer storage for many types of recreational equipment. Winterization and shrink wrapping are also available.
Learn more here, or call us today at (715) 369-1144 for more information.
Read MoreSevens Steps to Take When You Hit a Deer or Other Large Animal
It is estimated that more than 40,000 deer will be killed in collisions with motor vehicles every year. Worse, nearly 1 in 100 of these incidents – more than 400 every year – result in injuries to the drivers or passengers of the vehicles.
It is always distressing when your car hits an animal, and when …
Read MoreYour DIY Snowmobile Maintenance Checklist
Snowmobile trails are finally open in Oneida County! If you’re looking for some easy ways to keep your snowmobile ready to ride all winter, here are some helpful tips from American Family Insurance.
How to Maintain Your Snowmobile Like a Pro
Taking good care of your snowmobile is easier when you break down the machine into …
Read MoreBe Prepared for Winter Driving
From the Wisconsin Department of Transportation
Traveling on wintry roadways can be challenging and stressful. Following some simple guidelines will help ensure that you reach your destination safely.
During severe winter storms, consider postponing your trip until travel conditions improve. Stranded vehicles and motorists create additional hazards for plow operators, law enforcement and …
Read MoreHow Much Car Insurance Do I Need?
Determining how much car insurance you need can be tricky. You’ll need to know how much coverage the law requires you to have, and ensure you have adequate coverage to protect your assets and yourself. You also need to find the right plan to …
Read More9 Ways to Keep Your ATV or UTV in Peak Condition
The Oneida County and Vilas County ATV trails will be opening soon!
ATVs and UTVs are not only fun recreational vehicles, they can also be vital tools to anyone who works outdoors.
From lawn care to finding the right campsite, there isn’t much that an ATV or UTV can’t …
Read MoreEight Spring Cleaning Tips for Your Car
We know Spring cleaning isn’t a favorite task for everyone, particularly when it comes to cars. But if you take the time, you’ll have results that last.
Here are eight epic tips for Spring cleaning your car:
Brush out your air vents – Dirty and dusty air vents blast dirt and debris throughout your interior. If you’re going …
Read MoreFive Spring Tips for Keeping Your Boat in Ship Shape
The days are getting longer, the weather is getting warmer, and the boating season is almost upon us. If your vessel has been stored over the winter, it may well be time to give it a little spring-cleaning spruce up.
Keeping your boat clean in a vital part of maintenance, as keeping your hull smooth is …
Read MoreWinterizing Your Boat: How to Get Your Boat Ready
Putting your boat to sleep for the winter is one of the most joyless aspects of boat ownership. Along with the logistics of getting the job done, you’re also looking at several months’ abstinence from fun and games on the water.
Enjoyable it isn’t, but it’s by far one of the most important annual maintenance jobs. …
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