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Glenwood Auto Service share 2018 Vehicles with the Lowest Maintenance Costs

Glenwood Auto Service share 2018 Vehicles with the Lowest Maintenance Costs

Staying on top of regular maintenance keeps your vehicle running better for longer. Glenwood Auto are Trusted Saskatoon Auto Repair Experts, and we're ready to help you with all your maintenance needs. In our latest auto blog, we talk about the latest award-winning vehicles with the lowest maintenance costs. Hyundai Accent Gets Top Marks for Maintenance Costs Kelley Blue Book announced the winners of its seventh annual 5-Year Cost to Own Awards where Hyundai took the win on the lowest maintenance costs and repair side of things, followed by Acura. The 2018 Hyundai Accent came out on top for maintenance and repair costs. Over the course of 5 years, customers would pay $3,002 to take care of th ... read more

Glenwood Auto Service Vehicle Systems Overview - Belts and Hoses

Glenwood Auto Service Vehicle Systems Overview - Belts and Hoses

Staying on top of regular maintenance keeps your vehicle running better for longer. Glenwood Auto are Trusted Saskatoon Auto Repair Experts, and we're ready to help you with all your maintenance needs. In our latest auto blog, we discuss the role of belts and hoses in your vehicle. Vehicle Systems Overview - Belts and Hoses What are the belt and hoses? A vehicle’s belts and hoses are essential elements of the cooling, air conditioning and charging systems of the engine.  When a belt or hose breaks down it can leave you stranded, so it is important to meet the set replacement intervals recommended in your owner’s manual. What do belts and hoses do?Timing Belt The timing belt is a notched rubber belt that allows the crankshaft to turn the camshaft. A timing belt is sometimes call ... read more

Glenwood Auto Service Information on Maintaining Your Vehicle Warranty

Glenwood Auto Service Information on Maintaining Your Vehicle Warranty

Staying on top of regular maintenance keeps your vehicle running better for longer. Glenwood Auto are Trusted Saskatoon Auto Repair & Tire Experts, and we're ready to help you with all your maintenance needs. In our latest auto blog, we discuss choosing where your car is maintained while under warranty. You Have the Right to Choose Where Your Car is Maintained...EVEN Under Warranty As the owner of a new car, or new to you, you certainly want to make all the right decisions about properly maintain­ing your new vehicle in its early years to ensure that it serves you well throughout its life. And you certainly don’t want to do anything to compromise your vehicle’s warranty. What you may not know—most cons ... read more

Glenwood Auto tip on how to jump start your vehicle

Glenwood Auto tip on how to jump start your vehicle

Staying on top of regular maintenance keeps your vehicle running better for longer. Glenwood Auto are Trusted Saskatoon Auto Repair Experts, and we're ready to help you with all your maintenance needs. In our latest auto blog, we teach you how to jump-start your vehicle. Learning how to jump-start your vehicles battery isn't difficult, but it can definitely be intimidating for first-timers. Here are some of the reasons why your battery might have died and some tips for jumping starting your battery that will help you get back on the road in no time. Why Did My Vehicle Battery Die?   The most common cause of a dead battery is leaving your lights on all night long, but that’s not necessarily the only way to drain your battery. Other culprits can include an interior light ... read more

Glenwood Auto Shares tips for getting your car ready for spring in Saskatoon!

Glenwood Auto Shares tips for getting your car ready for spring in Saskatoon!

Staying on top of regular maintenance keeps your vehicle running better for longer. Glenwood Auto are Trusted Saskatoon Auto Repair Experts, and we're ready to help you with all your maintenance needs. Getting Your Car Ready for Spring in Saskatoon After a very long Saskatchewan winter, you’re likely ready to give up your hibernating ways for some adventure and sunshine. For many Canadians, this means family vacations, trips to the cottage, camping excursions, and weekend road trips. Whatever your style, chances are you are getting ready to hit the road, but are you confident that your car is in good enough shape to get you there safely and efficiently? The Saskatoon winter’s cold temperatures and icy conditions have been hard on your car, so it is likely showing some signs of wear and tear. Spring is the perfect time to bring your car in for a full inspection to identify any minor problems be ... read more

Glenwood Auto Service Owner Rob Responds to a Review

Glenwood Auto Service Owner Rob Responds to a Review

Staying on top of regular maintenance keeps your vehicle running better for longer. Glenwood Auto Service are Trusted Saskatoon Auto Repair Experts, and we're ready to help you with all your maintenance needs. Dealing with Negativity Online.  In any business, you can't satisfy everyone 100% of the time. Although this is a fact, at Glenwood Auto Service in Saskatoon, SK, we like to explain ourselves when customers aren't satisfied. This is so they can get a different perspective, and hopefully, everyone can learn and grow from the experience. The review below was left on our Glenwood Facebook page  recently, and owner Rob took the time to thoroughly respond:   "My sister took her car here for a power steering leak, they said they needed to pressure test the power steering system to find the leak. They charged a full hour at t ... read more

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Glenwood Auto Spring Maintenance Special - Ends March 23!

Glenwood Auto Spring Maintenance Special - Ends March 23!

2018 Spring Maintenance Special from Glenwood Auto Saskatoon Until March 23, Glenwood Auto is offering a spring maintenance special! For every maintenance service you perform from now until March 23, you will receive a $25 gift card to a local restaurant! Even better, this isn't a one limit - for example, if you perform 4 maintenance services you would get $100 in gift cards! Qualifying Auto maintenance procedures include: Spark Plug Replacement Fuel System Service Transmission Fluid Maintenance Power Steering Fluid Maintenance Brake Fluid Maintenance Cooling System Fluid Maintenance Differential Fluid Maintenance Transfer Case Fluid maintenance Seasonal Comprehensive Inspections Timing Belt Replacement Engine Flush (with oil change) Wheel Alignment Qualifying Restaurants Include ... read more

Top Ten Tips on Selecting Your Service Provider

Top Ten Tips on Selecting Your Service Provider

Regular maintenance is an important factor in ensuring your safety on the road. Bringing your car in to a certified automotive service technician for an inspection can help you detect any small problems before they become major ones and help you avoid breaking down. But bringing your vehicle in for servicing can provoke anxiety if you are not familiar with your car’s various systems and components, especially when you are visiting a new shop. Step one is to ensure you know the right questions to ask and when, why and what needs to be serviced. BCCA has developed a number of resources to assist you – from the Car Care Guide to the Service Interval Brochure. Our seasonal page also provides information specific to the time of year when your vehicle may require different servicing. Step two is making sure you have a shop and a technician you trust. The automotive service and repair industry is extremely competitive with more than 22,000 sho ... read more

Vehicle Cost-Saving Tips from Glenwood Auto - Extending the Life of Your Vehicle

Vehicle Cost-Saving Tips from Glenwood Auto - Extending the Life of Your Vehicle

Staying on top of regular maintenance keeps your vehicle running better for longer. Glenwood Auto are Trusted Saskatoon Auto Repair Experts, and we're ready to help you with all your maintenance needs. Cost-Saving Auto Maintenance Tips Are you spending more on your car than you should be? Though it may be hard to believe, investing in regular preventative maintenance can help save you money in the long run by improving your fuel economy, allowing you to drive your vehicle longer, and help you avoid expensive repairs. In some cases, failing to maintain your car can also affect its mechanical integrity and lead to an accident with costs to repair the damage and pay increased insurance premiums. Any injuries as a result of the accident can also take their toll on your wallet if they require special treatment like physiotherapy or limit your ability to work. Today we talk about ways you can extend the work ... read more

Vehicle Cost-Saving Tips from Glenwood Auto - Improving Fuel Economy

Vehicle Cost-Saving Tips from Glenwood Auto - Improving Fuel Economy

Staying on top of regular maintenance keeps your vehicle running better for longer. Glenwood Auto are Trusted Saskatoon Auto Repair Experts, and we're ready to help you with all your maintenance needs. Cost-Saving Auto Maintenance Tips   Are you spending more on your car than you should be? Though it may be hard to believe, investing in regular preventative maintenance can help save you money in the long run by improving your fuel economy, allowing you to drive your vehicle longer, and help you avoid expensive repairs. In some cases, failing to maintain your car can also affect its mechanical integrity and lead to an accident with costs to repair the damage and pay increased insurance premiums. Any injuries as a result of the accident can also take their toll on your wallet if they require special treatment like physiotherapy or limit your ability to work. Today we dive into ways to improve your fuel ec ... read more