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Your car battery might not be on your top list of concerns when the weather starts looking bad, but here at Lithia Volkswagen of Reno, we thought we should let you know it should be. Car batteries can be affected by both high and low temperatures, meaning that sweltering summers and frigid winters can negatively impact your battery's performance.

What kind of car do you drive, and do you live in an extremely hot climate? While all-season tires are exactly what they sound like, summer tires offer more grip for the road, which is why they are also called performance tires. These tires provide more agility, better handling, less grooving, and an overall heightened driving experience in wet road conditions.

During the spring and summer months, the weather is often warmer along with the possibility of a few thunderstorms. When you get your car ready for spring, examine your windshield wipers to make sure they aren't damaged. You can also check your windshield at this time for any cracks or chips.

Your vehicle has a cooling system that plays a vital role in helping your vehicle run smoothly when you're out and about in Reno, NV. Cooling systems have five components that are the radiator, radiator cap, radiator hoses, thermostat, and water pump.

"Would you like synthetic oil or conventional oil?" Most car owners are faced with that choice each time they take their vehicle in for an oil change. However, many consumers don't know what synthetic oil is or if their car needs it. The Lithia Volkswagen of Reno service team can help.

Synthetic oil is an artificial engine lubricant created with chemical compounds. It is designed to provide better lubrication and superior engine protection when compared to conventional, or natural, oil. 

Tires play an important role in getting you safely to your destination. There is a group of abbreviations on the side of your tire that explain critical information about the right fit for your vehicle. A little explanation will help guide you.

The first letter indicates the type of vehicle, so a "P" represents a passenger car. The next set of three numbers is the tire’s width in mm. A tire that’s 225 (mm) is approximately 8.86 inches. After the slash is a two-digit number, which represents the aspect ratio. 

Turning the wheel of your vehicle was once much harder than it is today. Luckily, we live in a modern age where engineers have fixed the issues of older vehicles. That's why we here at Lithia Volkswagen of Reno would like to explain to you the importance of power steering fluid.

Car problems can be a hassle to deal with. When parts or pieces break, it is important to take the right steps to ensure the problem is fixed properly. If you are choosing to fix the problem yourself to save money, you will need to purchase parts.

One of the most important parts of a vehicle is usually one that is thought about the least, and that is the tires. Tires keep you safe while driving down the road, and you want to make sure they are being kept up and maintained.

If there is one thing our service technicians tell us, it's that our customers need to pay close attention to those dashboard warning lights. The sensors that alert the brain of the car are set up to warn you when certain parts of the car require immediate servicing.