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Trees are blooming, birds are chirping, flowers are popping up -- another hard winter is behind us, and spring is in the air again. If you’re trying to get your car up to speed and thinking about auto repair in Akron, OH, here are a few things you might want to consider:

• Wash and Wax -- It might not seem like part of auto repair in Akron, OH, but salt and moisture are very, very rough on your car’s body and undercarriage. A good wash job should include a pressure wash of the car’s frame, exhaust, and undercarriage to get rid of salt and debris left over from winter. Wax does more than just make your car look good -- it helps it shed water and preserves paint for the years to come.
• Check alignment -- This is a pretty common item for auto repair in Akron, OH. During a harsh winter, the soil under pavement expands and contracts as the ground freezes, resulting in...potholes. Hit enough potholes and you end up with a front end that’s out of alignment, or maybe even suspension damage. Let our techs put your car up on the alignment rack and check all the steering and suspension angles.
• Change oil and check fluids -- Can’t remember the last time you changed your oil, flushed your transmission fluid, or flushed the radiator? Spring is a great time to do all those as part of routine auto repair in Akron, OH. Just remember that the consequences of neglecting any of those could be a costly engine overhaul or transmission rebuild. Spend a little now, or spend a whole lot down the road...it’s up to you.
• Rotate and inspect tires -- Tire warranties call for rotations at regular intervals to ensure even tire wear. Regular tire rotations also enhance your car’s ride quality, handling and steering response. Most tire specialists advise rotations at 5,000-mile intervals, which is also when oil changes should be done -- schedule them both for the same visit and make it easy on yourself.
• Inspect brakes -- Are you noticing noises like squeaks, grinding or squeals when you apply the brakes? Do you have to press the brake pedal harder and farther to get any response from the brakes? Let our brake techs do your brake maintenance and auto repair in Akron, OH before things get any worse (and more expensive).

Get out there and enjoy the spring weather...and make an appointment for auto repair in Akron, OH at Van’s Tires & Service!