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Winter tires can effectively keep you safe while you're driving on a wintry road, but did you know that driving with winter tires all year long can actually be a bad idea? Designed strictly for the cold temperatures and winter weather, winter tires should be swapped out for summer or all-season tires. Here's why:

• Winter tires are designed for temperatures that are below freezing. Hot temperatures could compromise their integrity.
• You could end up with uneven tread wear if you're driving your winter tires all year. This could shorten the life expectancy of your tires.
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Detailing your car is hard enough, but when you've got a pet that leaves fur on your upholstery every time you travel with them, it creates a whole new challenge. Head off the worst of the mess by brushing your pet just before you leave to get rid of extra fur.

Keep your pet inside a crate while they travel or lay a protective cover over the seat to keep the fur from embedding itself into the fabric. You can thoroughly vacuum your seats using a fur attachment on your vacuum, and if you've still got fur, try…

You want your vehicle to run well for a long time. One of the easiest ways to accomplish that is to maintain your radiator and cooling system. Engine combustion temperatures can reach 2000 degrees or higher, so it is crucial to make sure it is protected from overheating.

Two components to have checked for replacement are the thermostat and water pump. The thermostat keeps your car's engine at the right temperature while the water pump pumps coolant into the engine block. Many times, when one fails the other will soon need replacing. 

Our team here at Land Rover Roaring Fork wants you to know how to care for your vehicle so it can serve you longer. Washing your car often can preserve its beauty and protect it from exterior damage.

If you have splattered insects on your vehicle, you'll want to wash your vehicle at least once a week. The longer the insect is stuck to the car, the harder it will be to remove without damage to its paint.  

If you are wondering why there are winter tires in the first place, this is because the tires for other seasons are not designed to handle the cold weather well. For instance, there are certain features that the summer tires have that the winter tires don't have which make it better for warmer weather.

One thing that summer tires have is firm treading. This is so that you can have better traction and maneuvering in warm weather. However, when winter comes and the weather gets cold, the treads become stiff which make it easier to lose control of the…

Each year, drivers navigate through wintery conditions and deal with the aftermath of very treacherous snow storms. And, the road salt used in those storms can leave a lasting impact. It literally eats away the clear coat of the exterior paint, which can cause corrosion.

As soon as the weather permits, you should get a cash wash to remove the road salt. An automatic car wash is your best choice; however, if you have to revert to a bucket of warm water to remove the salt, that's much better than leaving it on your vehicle for an extended time…

Getting your vehicle ready for the cold involves several factors. In addition to checking your tire tread and fluids, be sure to inspect your wiper blades. If they show any sign of wear or if they're older than six months old, it's recommended that they be replaced.

Wiper blades play a key role in helping you see clearly during a storm. Since winter storms may involve snow and ice, you can consider getting blades designed for the elements. Winter wiper blades usually have squeegees made out of natural rubber mixed with synthetic compounds. 

In the mid-1980s, Sears found itself the subject of unwanted attention when its automotive service found itself broiled in the scandal. Its service center had gained a reputation for breaking things to fix them later and charging customers to perform unoffered services. To help correct the problem, they made all of the mechanics gain ASE certifications.

ASE certifications are offered by the Automotive Service Excellence Organization. ASE opened its doors in the 1970s with the goal of improving and testing automotive mechanics and technicians.

Our crew of experts at Land Rover Roaring Fork want to ensure you know how to touch up even the smallest scratches on the exterior of your car. One of the most important things to consider before applying a coat of touch up paint is that any and all rust will need to be fully removed from the surface.

Paint will not properly adhere to rust and thus the scratch will end up showing again soon after the quick fix was made. Then, you can apply some primer to the small area once it has been wiped clean so that…

If your vehicle alignment is off, you will certainly notice it when you are driving. Here are a few things to look out for with your vehicle.

Whether you drove the car into a curb or hit an enormous pothole, it didn't take much for the alignment to become out of balance. The first way you can tell there is trouble is in the way the vehicle reacts when you hit the brakes. Tap the brakes when traveling at high speeds and you'll feel the car pull to one side. The longer this persists, the harder the pull…