With our Second Winter now firmly behind us it is safe to start to plan for the “de-winterizing” of our vehicles. The long hard winter that we all experienced here in Southwestern Ontario has meant that many things we would normally take care of in April got deferred to May. At VIP AUTOPRO we are…
With summer here and the temperatures rising, keeping your vehicle’s engine cool is more important than ever to ensure its overall performance and long life. Regular maintenance of your vehicle’s cooling system will ensure that you will not have an unforseen break down at the worst possible time (whether that is on your way to…
Nothing makes most Canadians happier than an end to the relentless cold weather and snow that comes with winter in Canada. Winter really leaves its mark on your car too and it is vital to the longevity of your vehicle to take care of things as the weather starts to warm up. To make sure…
You have a Car, Truck, Van or SUV and now you are looking at a massive repair bill. This may be because you overlooked or avoided doing the Preventative Maintenance as recommended by the manufacturer. Skipping the recommended maintenance not only can cause warranty issues if your vehicle is newer, it will also cost…
Much can be said about the summer finally being here. The kids are out of school, the days never seem to end, the sun beats down on us as we bake on the beach…but Summer Time is Road Trip Time and not being prepared can lead to expensive repairs, delays on the side of the…
It is true that April Showers promise to bring May flowers, but our rainy Southern Ontario Springs can also bring treacherous driving conditions. According to Transport Canada’s National Collision Database, April is definitely a transition month when it comes to weather. Across Canada, in 2013 (the last year where statistics are available), there were 7,986…
What is a “Tune-Up”??? Today’s vehicles are designed and built to run smoother for longer periods of time. For those of us who have 20+ years of driving experience we remember the days of having to have things tweaked and adjusted every so often but modern cars are in need of just as much care…
There is no more dramatic change each year than when the reality of Winter being over finally hits. Thoughts of Gardens, BBQs, Sitting on the Patio, Road Trips, Baseball and most importantly…NO MORE SHOVELING. When it comes to your vehicle though, the transition from Winter to Spring is even more dramatic. Having your vehicle checked over…
It is amazing how many of our customers, started off as people who jumped from mechanic to mechanic or alternating between the Quick Lube locations and the dealer before finding a home here at VIP AutoPro. The reality is car-hopping may seem like a convenient option, but is the convenience of getting your oil changed…
Today marks the 42nd day since the start of Winter and with only 47 days until the official start of Spring, it is the perfect time to do a mid-winter check on your vehicle. While there has not been a lot of real “winter” so far this season, the long-term forecast for London is showing…