Friday, October 21, 2011

Oil Changes Based on Driving Habits!

Jiffy Lube has changed its long-supported recommendation of changing oil every 3,000 miles and now is recommending oil changes based on individual driving habits. Kiosks installed in lube centers permit drivers to identify their driving style to determine oil change intervals.

NEWS: Popular Mechanics Awards Ford's Inflatable Seat Belts!

Popular Mechanics has named Ford's innovative, industry-first rear inflatable seat belts a Breakthrough Product Award winner. The rear inflatable seat belts combine traditional seat belts and air bags to help provide an added level of crash safety protection for rear seat occupants and are designed to help reduce head, neck and chest injuries for rear seat passengers, often children and older passengers.

NEWS: New Mitsubishi engine technologies boost fuel efficiency 12%

Mitsubishi Motors Corp. is rolling out two new engine technologies that promise to boost fuel efficiency in the Outlander Sport and Lancer lineup by as much as 12 percent, the company said Thursday.

Read more: http://www.autonews.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=/20111021/OEM05/111029977/1186#ixzz1bQknteEo

Monday, September 12, 2011

McLaughlin’s Car & Truck expands to service light and heavy-duty trucks!

LYNN - Lynn native Jim McLaughlin recently renamed his longtime auto repair business to reflect the wide range of services offered. Now known as McLaughlin’s Car & Truck Repair Center, the Lynnway shop works on everything from light-duty cars to heavy-duty trucks.
Read the full article at: The Daily Item!