Observing and Learning on National Seat Belt Day This November

October 30th, 2024 by
Seat Belt buckling by a hand

National Seat Belt Day is recognized annually on November 14th to emphasize the life-saving benefits of wearing seat belts. This day serves as an important reminder of the historical development of seat belts and their critical role in enhancing road safety. It provides an opportunity to raise awareness about the ongoing necessity of seat belts…

Five Car Sounds You Shouldn’t Be Ignoring

February 23rd, 2024 by

With few exceptions – think Optimus Prime, KITT, or the characters in Pixar’s Cars – our vehicles don’t speak the English language. However, that doesn’t mean your car isn’t yearning to interact with you. Differentiating natural car noises from potential warnings can be challenging, but one thing you should never do is ignore them. In…

4 Tips to Keep Your Car Looking Great

July 8th, 2022 by

Whether you’re a car enthusiast or simply a daily driver, keeping your car clean is always a must. While it may seem like a daunting task to keep your car clean, it truly isn’t, especially with our Charles Gabus Ford helpful car cleaning tips. As with any chore, the more you keep up with cleaning…

What is Synthetic Oil and How Often Should I Change It?

January 21st, 2022 by

Some may say that the engine is the most important part of your vehicle, but the truth is, it isn’t the engine itself, but what runs through it that is the most important part of your vehicle. Engine oil is the most important part of your vehicle, as it protects vital components of your engine…

Charles Gabus Ford’s Top Tips for Winter Driving

November 5th, 2021 by

Winter is coming! That means it’s time to start preparing your vehicle for the cold temperatures and harsh weather to come. With harsh weather and cold temperatures comes car problems that could leave you out in the cold. Ensure you and your vehicle make it through the winter without any hiccups by following these wonderful…

Changing Tires with the Seasons

August 13th, 2021 by

At the Tire Shop It’s 4pm on a Friday afternoon and you’re in line at the tire shop anxiously awaiting the enormous bill that you’re about to incur. “Next!” yells out the middle-aged service writer, motioning from amongst a whirlwind of paperwork, for you to come to the counter. At the counter you tell the…

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